Updated: Aug. 7, 2024

Volunteering with WSBA

Welcome! Volunteers are vital to the work of the WSBA and the legal community. The WSBA and legal community benefit directly from members and members of the public who share of their time and talent, skills, experiences, and bring the diverse perspectives necessary to steer the organization forward. Volunteering with the WSBA is a unique, rewarding experience that has a direct impact on the legal profession in a myriad of ways.

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Join the WSBA Volunteer Community


2024 Volunteer Application Reopened

WSBA has reopened the volunteer application for a small number of important positions including:

  • Access to Justice Board
  • Board of Bar Examiners
  • Character & Fitness Board (District 4 only)
  • CLE Committee
  • Council on Public Defense
  • Court Rules & Procedures Committee
  • Disciplinary Board (public members only)
  • Editorial Advisory Committee
  • Small Town & Rural Committee (specific positions only)
  • Washington Young Lawyers Committee

APPLY HERE

Deadline is Aug. 16.

To learn more, view the volunteer positions descriptions or email b[email protected]. You may also schedule time to meet virtually with WSBA Volunteer Engagement Advisor, Paris Eriksen. Click here to schedule a 30-minute meeting.

Information for Current Applicants:

Once you apply, you will receive a confirmation email. Applications will be reviewed by individual recommendation teams for each position, then by the WSBA Board of Governors Nominations Committee, which makes the appointments subject to review  by the entire Board of Governors. Positions typically begin Oct. 1. It may take one to three months to receive an update regarding the status of your specific application. This is due to the meeting schedules of both the specific entity and the Board of Governors Nominations Committee

If you would like to learn more regarding the status of your volunteer application, please email [email protected].

Questions?

Please email [email protected] or the WSBA Volunteer Engagement Advisor directly. You may also schedule a time to chat with WSBA Volunteer Engagement Advisor, Paris Eriksen.