It is that time of year! You are beginning a new school year, which also means it is a new bar (association) year! Whether you are a returning student, or new one, join a couple of bar associations related to your practice area and geographic interests. But then go the next step and become involved! Check out the committee/section/social event calendars and place events on your calendar now so that you plan them into your weekly networking and professional development activities. For example, the Chicago Bar Association is only $12 annually for students, and most of their meetings are held over the lunch hour at their headquarters, just one block away next to Plymouth Grill. The American Bar Association's Bar Association Directory can help you find more organizations.
