Washington Leadership Institute

01/15/2025

Now in its 20th year, the WLI board selects 11 fellows for collaborative leadership program between the Washington State Bar Association and the University of Washington School of Law.

01/09/2025

Dear WLI Alumni, Advisory Board Members, and Friends of the WLI,

We are thrilled to invite you to the Washington Leadership Institute Kickoff Reception as we celebrate the beginning of the new WLI year and warmly welcome our incoming fellows into the program. This event is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the vibrant WLI community and connect with fellow alumni, fellows, and supporters.

Event Details:
• 📅 Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
• ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• 📍 Location: Schroeter Goldmark and Bender - 401 Union Street, 34th floor, Seattle, WA 98101
• 🅿️ Parking: Rainier Square parking garage (access via Union Street)

Join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and inspiration as we highlight the WLI’s transformative power of leadership and community. Light food and refreshments will be provided.

Kindly RSVP at the link provided no later than January 27th to help us with the headcount: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=W9229i_wGkSZoBYqxQYL0mjDE3dqPXlKllv71zuDaAZUNEhXVlA4WFo2UEhRSlk0UDBDUzFOV0M3Wi4u

We look forward to seeing you there!

10/10/2024

Reminder: WLI Fellowship applications are due today, Thursday, October 10th!

This is the final reminder that applications for the 2025 Washington Leadership Institute (WLI) Fellowship are due today, October 10th. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your leadership journey and become part of a dynamic program that fosters professional growth and leadership development.

The program is free to Fellows and is funded by the WSBA. It is managed by the University of Washington School of Law and is designed for attorneys with 3-10 years of experience who reflect the rich diversity of Washington’s legal community.

As a Fellow, you'll attain dozens of free CLE credits, gain essential leadership skills, push beyond your comfort zone, and develop connections with influential leaders across the state.

This program not only helps you grow as a leader, but it also inspires others to follow your example, creating a lasting positive impact within the legal profession and your community.

Submit your application by 11:59 p.m. today, and don't miss out on this life-changing experience. Application materials can be found on the WLI webpage, here:

The University of Washington School of Law is a top-ranked public law school.

10/07/2024

Reminder: the 2025 Washington Leadership Institute (WLI) Fellowship application deadline is fast approaching—submit yours by this Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024!

WLI recruits and develops diverse attorneys for leadership in the Washington legal community. It’s a program for attorneys with 3 to 10 years of practice, helping you hone your leadership skills, unlock your potential, and grow both personally and professionally.

Don't miss this chance to make an impact. Apply by Oct. 10, 2024. Submission details are located in the application that can be accessed via the WLI webpage located here: https://www.law.uw.edu/academics/continuing-education/wli

09/16/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that the application for the 2025 Washington Leadership Institute (WLI) Fellowship has opened today, Monday, September 16th and will be open through October 10th! Attorneys eager to grow their leadership skills and make a lasting impact are encouraged to apply for this transformative program.

To be considered for the program, applicants must:

• Reside in Washington State. If work takes you outside of the state this should be discussed with co-chairs prior to acceptance into the program.
• Timely submission of all required application materials.
• Be an active WSBA member.
• Have been admitted to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction for at least three years and not more than ten years. (Eligibility based on Date of Bar Admission) Therefore, in order for you to be able to apply to WLI this year, you must have been admitted to the bar by Dec. 31, 2021.
• Be nominated by their employer, or if self-employed, by a lawyer with at least 10 years of practice or a judge.
• Make a two-year commitment to the program (participate in every session and following the completion of the first year, Fellows are expected to serve on a WSBA section or committee or participate in a bar or community-related activity).
• 100% attendance and participation are required of all Fellows at each of the eight sessions, regardless of whether the sessions are in person or remote/virtual.

We’re asking for your help in sharing this incredible opportunity with your networks – whether through a quick email, a LinkedIn post, or a personal recommendation. Let’s work together to discover the next class of leaders who will shape the future of our profession!

You can view/download application materials here:

09/03/2024

Exciting News for Aspiring Leaders!

The application for the Washington Leadership Institute (WLI) is opening soon! Starting September 16th, 2024, you’ll have the chance to apply for the 2025 WLI Fellowship. The program is designed for attorneys who are eager to enhance their leadership skills and drive impactful change.

🔹 Application Window: September 16th – October 10th, 2024
🔹 Eligibility: Attorneys who have been admitted to the bar for 3-10 years
🔹 Who Should Apply: Ambitious young or new attorneys passionate about leadership, policy, and community impact.

We can’t wait to discover the next class of dynamic leaders who will drive change and innovation. Spread the word and get ready to apply!

More details to come soon. Let’s make 2025 a year of transformative leadership!

08/06/2024

It's that time of year! The 2024 WLI Graduating Class is gearing up for their big day, just ten days away! We wanted to remind folks to RSVP and just say, we would be honored to have you join us for this momentous occasion. This ceremony marks the culmination of our Fellows' hard work and dedication, and it will be a special opportunity to celebrate our 2024 Fellows' achievements. Your presence will greatly contribute to the significance of this milestone for our graduates.

Please feel free to RSVP at the link below or email Nicholas at the email listed on the invitation below.
WLI Graduation RSVP: https://forms.gle/nbFjFGQWJCKE1vd1A

We hope to see you there!

05/03/2024

Keynote Lunch Speaker Judge Salvador Mendoza, US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

05/03/2024

Day 2 - Community Involvement panel

Panelists:
Bree Black Horse, MMIP Assistant US Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Washington

Jaime Cuevas, Jr., General Counsel and Chief Business Development Officer at Ramsey Companies, Inc.

Rajeev Majumdar, Former WSBA President and private practitioner, WLI Class of 2015

05/03/2024

Dinner fireside chat with Ron Knox.

05/02/2024

Switching Fields

Panelists:

Doug Ende, WSBA Chief Disciplinary Counsel

Judge Rania Rampersad, King County Superior Court Judge/WLI Class of 2015

Christopher Sanders, Pacifica Law Group/WLI Class of 2019

05/02/2024

Birthday celebration, Christopher Sanders, Class of 2019