Young Lawyers Division Committees

As a member of the Bar Convention Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The purpose of the Diversity Committee is to support a broad scope of diversity within the legal profession; to facilitate opportunities for law students and YLD members to grow in their understanding of diversity in the legal profession; and to promote the equality of opportunity for those seeking careers in the legal profession. The committee is dedicated to creating a more inclusive legal community grounded in respect and appreciation for individual differences. The committee also works with the Bar’s Diversity Committee to engage with the legal community. 

As a member of the Diversity Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Law Student Committee serves as a vital bridge between the academic and professional legal communities, creating meaningful opportunities for YLD members and law students to connect. By facilitating these interactions, the committee provides students with an early introduction to the resources and professional network of the SC Bar and its Young Lawyers Division. 

The committee hosts a diverse range of engagement events designed to foster mentorship and practical insight, including: 

The Lawyer Wellness Committee provides programming for young lawyers that promotes mental, emotional, physical, and social wellbeing. This committee strives to provide resources and tools to young lawyers that address work/life balance, stress management, mental health, alcohol and substance use issues, physical health and wellbeing, and other quality of life practices specific to lawyers. The YLD Lawyer Wellness Committee continues with plans to collaborate with the Bar’s Wellness Committee and Lawyers Helping Lawyers to develop programs and events. 

As a member of the Lawyer Wellness Committe, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Professional Development Committee’s continuing goal is to assist young lawyers in becoming successful in the legal profession by facilitating networking opportunities with other young professionals and providing educational opportunities that focus on relevant issues relating to the profession. These events can vary from after work events with other young professional organizations; lunch and learn events for YLD members; and opportunities for soft skills enhancement, business etiquette tips, business development, coaching and more. Over the last five years, the Professional Development Committee has hosted a monthly lunch series at a few of the federal courthouses in the state, through a partnership with The Hon. Patrick Duffy (ret.) and The Hon. Michelle Childs. Some young professional organizations that the Professional Development Committee works with are the Young Bankers Division, the SC Association of Certified Public Accountants, and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors of South Carolina.  

As a member of the   Professional Development  Committee, you will have the opportunity to:  

Members of the Publications Committee prepare and update YLD publications. The committee is responsible for the Division’s newsletter, “South Carolina Young Lawyer”, which is distributed quarterly to all YLD members and published on the SC Bar’s website. It includes committee reports, Star of the Quarter spotlights, member stories and articles on relevant topics, practice tips, and moret. “South Carolina Young Lawyer” has received national awards and recognition for the content provided to YLD members. 

As a member of the Publications Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The South Carolina Bar Foundation Committee introduces young lawyers to the mission of the Bar’s charitable arm: promoting justice by funding civil legal aid and law-related education. As a member, you will gain firsthand insight into the impact of over 50 Bar Foundation grantees that support vulnerable South Carolinians, including survivors of domestic violence, homeless families, and those navigating the legal system without representation. Committee members have the unique opportunity to work alongside these organizations, directly contributing to a stronger, more equitable legal community across the state.  

As a member of the SC Bar Foundation Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Transition to Practice (TTP) Committee plays a vital role in supporting the professional integration of newly admitted attorneys into the South Carolina Bar. By focusing on the critical early years of a legal career, the committee facilitates high-impact mentoring relationships that pair experienced practitioners with new members to navigate the practical and ethical complexities of the profession. Through a dedicated series of workshops and career enhancement opportunities, TTP members provide the essential guidance and resources necessary for new lawyers to develop professional habits, build strategic networks, and successfully transition from the academic world to effective practice within a law firm.  

As a member of the Transition To Practice Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Long-Range Planning Committee is a new initiative that will act as a strategic architect for the professional future of early-career attorneys, ensuring that the Young Lawyers Division remains relevant and responsive to evolving needs. This committee will develop multi-year frameworks—often spanning three to five years—to guide initiatives in professional development, leadership cultivation, and legal community advocacy. Its primary mission is to identify emerging challenges in the legal marketplace, such as technological shifts or work-life balance concerns, and implement sustainable programs like mentorship pathways and specialized training modules that facilitate the transition from law student to established practitioner. 

As a member of the Long-Range Planning Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Education Outreach Committee is committed to educating students both about the law and the practice of law. This committee’s goal is, by engaging with students at an early stage, to help build a pipeline of future attorneys who are passionate about upholding our legal system. The focus is to introduce the profession to students and foster an inclusive environment for students to recognize their potential to become an attorney, while participating in events that provide an opportunity to cultivate knowledge and skills that will aid them in their futures. This committee oversees YLD’s participation in Community Law Week during the first week in May. 

As a member of the Education Outreach Committee, you will have the opportunity to: 

The Voices Against Violence Committee educates young lawyers and the public about the challenges victims of violent crime face. This committee encourages advocacy for victims through pro bono services, CLE seminars, and providing hands-on legal support to programs that aid victims of violence. 

As a member of the Voices Against Violence Committee, you will have the opportunity to: