The Young Lawyers Section (YLS) has as its primary goals the promotion of justice, the encouragement of public service, and the promotion of diversity and education of young lawyers and newly admitted practitioners. These goals are achieved through the educational, public service, and community programs produced by the section’s twenty-plus statewide committees and the nine regional young lawyer organizations in the state. The section also serves a valuable social and networking role in introducing young lawyers to each other and assisting them in their transition into the Connecticut legal practice. The section includes all members of the CBA who are 37 years old or younger or who have been admitted to the Bar for less than six full bar years.
Chair Sara Bonaiuto Shipman & Goodwin LLP 265 Church St, Ste 1207 New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 836-2803 sbonaiuto@goodwin.com Chair-elect Jermaine A. Brookshire Jr. Herrick Feinstein LLP 2 Park Ave New York, NY 10016 (212 ) 592-1597 jbrookshirejr@herrick.com
Treasurer Olivia Benson Saxe Doernberger & Vita PC 35 Nutmeg Drive, Ste 140 Trumbull, CT 06611 (475)302-5743 obenson@sdvlaw.com Secretary Meaghan C. Kirby Garrison Levin-Epstein Fitzgerald & Pirrotti PC 405 Orange Street New Haven, CT 06511 (203) 777-4425 ext 302 mkirby@garrisonlaw.com
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The legal system was built around the assumption that both sides have the knowledge, resources, and representation to navigate complex rules and procedures. But, the reality is legal help is financially out of reach for many CT residents who, when their legal rights are at risk, sometimes have to try to navigate a system designed for lawyers on their own. The CT Judicial Branch’s Access to Justice Commission is hosting this half-day, free, conference to bring together people who want to use their legal or professional skills to help others and be a part of implementing change to reduce the barriers and obstacles that stand in the way of meaningful access to courts, the legal system, and justice. At the conference, you will discover resources and tools that you can use to enhance your skills and better serve individuals facing legal matters. You can meet, connect, and share ideas with others in the CT legal community like you – lawyers, judges, and professionals who care about narrowing the access to justice gap. You will hear from inspiring and knowledgeable presenters including (1) Senator Chris Murphy, (2) Chief Justice Raheem Mullins, and (3) Author and Innovator Sateesh Nori. You’ll have an opportunity to learn about various opportunities to do meaningful pro bono or volunteer work.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Monday, June 1, 2026