Young Lawyers' Section

This Year's Events

1.	GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - February 7, 2008	6.	PHILLIES AT CITIZENS BANK PARK - Spring of 2008
2.	HAPPY HOURS - Throughout the Year	7.	ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON - Winter of 2008
3.	MOCK TRIAL (February through March)	8.	ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN - December of 2008
4.	TEXAS HOLD'EM TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER - March 28, 2008
5.	NEW JUDGES' COCKTAIL PARTY - April 24, 2008

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - FEBRUARY 7, 2008

The Young Lawyers Section of Delaware County encourages all members, and those interested in joining, to attend the annual membership meeting.  At the annual meeting, this year’s events will be discussed and planned for.  Please feel free to bring any comments, ideas and suggestions. The meeting is a wonderful way to network and to meet your peers.

This year, the annual meeting will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 12:30 PM at Pinocchio’s Restaurant.  Lunch will be provided.

HAPPY HOURS - (Throughout the Year)

The YLS sponsors several happy hours during the year.  Be on the look out for notices over e-mail and in the DCBA weekly update.

MOCK TRIAL (February through March)

Each year, the Young Lawyers Section of the Delaware County Bar Association proudly sponsors and organizes local high schools in a mock trial competition written and hosted by the Pennsylvania Bar Association. The trials of the Pennsylvania Bar Association problem are held at the Delaware County Courthouse before local judges and attorneys who sit as jurors and volunteer to hear individual and team presentations. Students are critiqued on their skills participate in every aspect of preparing their cases for trial. Emphasis is made during judging on the effectiveness of the overall presentation as well as the individual’s abilities and legal argument.

The competition is an enjoyable way for students to gain knowledge of the legal system as well as to learn the invaluable skill of public presentation. The winning team of the overall Delaware County competition participates in the state-wide competition with schools from across Pennsylvania.

The Young Lawyers proudly sponsors the educational event, which runs each year in the months of February and March, and are grateful for the support of the Delaware County Bench and Bar in this worthwhile experience. Anyone interested in volunteering their time, please contact Joseph Lesniak at 610-891-4161.

TEXAS HOLD'EM TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER - MARCH 28, 2008

The Young Lawyers of Delaware County cordially invite all young and old attorneys, bench and bar, and family and friends, to participate in the Second Annual Texas Hold’Em Tournament on Friday, March 28, 2008.

Come and prove that you are the Texas Hold’Em Champion!  Have fun testing your poker prowess while raising money to help underprivileged children.  Enjoy great fun, great food, great company, and chances to win great prizes. Seating is limited so reserve your seat early.

All proceeds will benefit the Young Lawyers’ Annual Holiday Party for underprivileged children. 

NEW JUDGES’ COCKTAIL RECEPTION - April 24, 2008

Each spring, the section sponsors a cocktail reception designed to give young lawyers the opportunity to meet and talk with the judges of the Delaware County Bench on a social level.

This year's party will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bar Association Building. The Cocktail Party creates an opportunity for lawyers who practice in differing areas to socialize and interact with the judges and district justices of Delaware County. The party serves as an excellent opportunity to meet other attorneys and new members of the bar, and to network. The event is open to all members of the Delaware County Bar Association.

PHILLIES AT CITIZENS BANK PARK - Spring of 2008

This spring, the Young Lawyers Section invites all seeking a fun afternoon to join them as they board a bus filled with food and spirits and travel to Citizens Park for a fun and exciting afternoon of Phillies baseball. Good Food. Good Drink. Good Times. Seating is limited so reserve your spot early.

For more information, please contact Ian F. McCurdy at 610-891-4194.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON - Winter of 2008

All members of the Section, and those interested in joining, are encouraged to attend the annual membership luncheon.  The luncheon’s agenda will include: electing officers for the upcoming year, finalizing details for the Annual Holiday Party, and general discussions about next year’s events.  Comments, ideas and suggestions are welcome!

Time and location TBA.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN

In December, the YLS will be hosting our annual Holiday Party for underprivileged children. All members of the bench and bar are invited to attend this heartwarming event.  Have fun while bringing some joy to those less fortunate.  The party includes lunch, entertainment and activities, including face painters, crafts, and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus, who will arrive bearing gifts for the children!

Stay tuned for further information. The Young Lawyers encourages all members to help make this worthy event a success.  Anyone interested in volunteering and/or making donations, may contact any of the Events Coordinators:

Kathleen A. O’Connor: koconnor@sweeneynearylaw.com or 610-892-7500

Trisha W. Hall: thall@gsscd.com or 610-565-4600

Pamela J. Basmajian: pjb@gsscd.com or 610-565-4600

To see pictures from last year’s Annual Holiday Party, click here.