Each year LESA is lucky enough to work with a legion of lawyer volunteers, practicing in every area of the law and with every level of experience, from the newbie lawyer to the veteran. They sit on CLE panels, give their time to the CPLED program, generate or review written materials, or provide input where needed. We like to think that it is our ability to recruit quality people that gives us the edge in asking the right questions about practicing law in Alberta — and then being able to share the answers with the profession.
Volunteering with LESA is a win-win. As a profession, we all benefit from the expertise of volunteers willing to share their knowledge to ensure that we all stay current. But the volunteers tell us that they also gain personal satisfaction by getting involved.
Here is what some long-time LESA volunteers have had to say:
Sandra Weber, McLennan Ross LLP: “What motivates me is playing a role in helping to build someone’s confidence in their chosen career.”
Arman Chak, Alberta Human Rights Commission: “(T)he ability to assist someone in understanding … is a memorable experience.”
The Honourable Madam Justice Debbie Yungwirth: “”There is a social aspect to volunteering… You tend to bond with your panel…. (V)olunteering keeps me up to date on the area on which I am presenting and also on the areas being presented.”
There are many ways to get involved as a LESA volunteer. Find yours by calling us for a chat (780-420-1987, [email protected]).
