The Annual Young Lawyers Division Affiliate Outreach Conference is scheduled for February 5-7 in Orlando
Arti Hirani: ‘The YLD is truly everywhere, coming to you in circuits, law schools, and Zoom screens across the state. Whether we connect in person in your circuit or online, we encourage you to be sure to join us at AOC.’
The Young Lawyers Division kicked off the new calendar year with a webinar workshop, “The Gift You Give Yourself: Sealing & Expungement,” on January 8.
YLD President Arti Hirani or Orlando said the event was “exceptionally well attended…featuring phenomenal speakers and thoughtful, engaging questions from the audience.”
Hirani said the YLD plans to build on that success with free monthly virtual seminars.
Affiliate engagement is a priority for Hirani, who has been visiting three affiliates each week ahead of the upcoming Young Lawyers Division Affiliate Outreach Conference, scheduled for February 5-7 in Orlando.
“The YLD is truly everywhere, coming to you in circuits, law schools, and Zoom screens across the state,” she said. “Whether we connect in person in your circuit or online, we encourage you to be sure to join us at AOC.”
AOC grant applications are now open and will close January 30. For more information, click here. To apply for a grant, each affiliate must submit a written application in advance and make an in-person presentation to the Grant Committee at the conference. Applicants must have at least one representative register for and attend the required AOC events — the in-person grant presentation, AOC general session, and Professionalism Showcase — to be eligible to receive grant funds.
Florida Bar Job & Resource Fair
Hirani said more than 40 employers have signed up so far for the first-ever Florida Bar Job & Resource Fair – Open for Opportunity, scheduled for March 6 in Fort Lauderdale. A kickoff reception will be held the evening of March 5, with invited special guests 17th Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips, Fourth District Court of Appeal Judge Alan O. Forst, and Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis.
Upcoming YLD events include:
- Affiliate Outreach Conference 2026 – Margaritaville Resort Orlando
Dates: February 5–7
Details: A premier networking and learning event for young lawyers across Florida.
More Info: click here
Register: click here
- Transition to Practice Webinar
Date: February 24, 12:00–1:00 PM, ET
Details: Join us via Zoom for another insightful session on navigating your legal career.
Register: click here
- Florida Bar Job & Resource Fair – Open for Opportunity
Date: March 6 (with evening reception March 5 featuring special guests)
Details: Connect with employers, access career resources, and participate in on-site interviews.
More info: https://flayld.org/job-resource-fair/
Attendee Registration: click here
Employer Registration: click here
- Know Your Rights Workshop Part 2: Navigating Auto Insurance
Save the Date: March 18, 12-1 p.m., ET
- YLD Spring Awards Nominations
Deadline: April 3 at 5 p.m., ET
Details: Nominate outstanding young lawyers for various awards.
More Info: https://flayld.org/awards/
- Practicing with Professionalism (PWP)
Save the Date: May 28
Details: Mandatory CLE for new lawyers, live-streamed via Hubilo.
- Annual Florida Bar Convention
Dates: June 17–21, Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
More Info: click here