Leadership Institute: Leading in Unprecedented Times
In a time of rapid change and growing complexity, leadership within the legal community demands adaptability, clarity of purpose, and a deep commitment to justice. Leading in Unprecedented Times is an interactive discussion session lead by Laura Brown, Executive Director, First Shift Justice Project, and Amy Nelson, Senior Legal Director, Whitman-Walker.
This program is designed for mid-level supervisors—both lawyers and non-lawyers—who lead teams, direct volunteers, or are preparing to step into a supervisory role. Participants will engage in a candid, practical exploration of leadership in challenging and uncertain environments.
Key topics will include:
- Shaping and sustaining a healthy, mission-driven workplace culture
- Motivating, inspiring, and developing staff and volunteers
- Empowering teams while safeguarding organizational values and goals
- Maintaining consistency and sound decision-making amid rapidly changing circumstances
Through facilitated discussion and shared experiences, attendees will gain actionable strategies to lead with confidence, support their teams effectively, and advance their organizations’ missions—even amid ongoing uncertainty. If you participate in both sessions, you have the additional opportunity for one-on-one guidance and support through a mentor match.
The cost to attend both sessions for nonmembers is $95. For Washington Council of Lawyers members, the cost is just $75. (Join Washington Council of Lawyers to take advantage of the discounted member rates.) Your registration includes the mentoring component.
Single-session registration is also available without the mentoring component. For Washington Council of Lawyers members, single sessions cost just $35. For non-members, the cost is $45.
Scholarships are available thanks to the generosity of the D.C. Bar Foundation. To apply for a scholarship, please complete this online scholarship form. The list of DC Bar Foundation Grantees is here. If you are working for any of these organizations when registering for Washington Council of Lawyers’ Leadership Institute, please submit your registration through the scholarship request form on the registration page.
We welcome attendees from legal services organizations, government agencies, corporate legal departments, law firm pro bono programs, and community-based organizations.