AYLA
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The Austin Young Lawyers Association (AYLA) celebrated the 26th Evening with the Judiciary event at Chateau Bellevue in downtown Austin on Sept. 23.
The annual gathering brought together young lawyers and Austin’s judiciary. Young lawyers had the opportunity to introduce themselves to local, state, and federal judges they will practice before throughout their careers in a relaxed environment.
We were honored to present the inaugural AYLA Judicial Service Award to Judge Jan Soifer in recognition of her service to AYLA. It was a special moment for AYLA, and one we were proud to share with such a great turnout from members of our legal community.
A very special thank you to our sponsors for making this evening possible. Your generous support allows AYLA to continue bringing together our legal community and create meaningful opportunities for connection and professional development.
This hallmark event is an important testament to how welcoming Austin’s judiciary is. Each year judges attend, excited to meet new young lawyers. The judges encourage young lawyers to be confident in their abilities in court and ensure AYLA members are initiated positively into the professional practice of law.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the 26th Annual Evening with the Judiciary such a memorable night!
ABOVE: (L-R): Members of the AYLA Board of Directors: Max Massey, ALGBTQ+ Rep. Kelly Combs, Director Alexis Gonzales, AYLA President Gracie Wood Shepherd, Director Clare Mattione, AYLA Immediate Past President Jenna Malsbary, Treasurer Ben Evans, Director Jillian French, Director Abigail Ventress-Hyde, Government Rep. Jackie Navarro, Director Jennifer Goss, and Secretary Jasleen Shokar.
