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    ABA Law Student Division Annual Meeting

    There’s more to Annual Meeting than just law student programming.

    The ABA Law Student Division Annual Meeting is the ABA’s biggest event of the year for law students. This is a great chance to chance to socialize with students, meet judges and attorneys, and participate in ABA governance.

    The Law Student Division's Assembly takes place on Saturday, August 3 from 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Central Time. More information on the Assembly can be found on the Assembly page. The Assembly will be held in person.

    The Law Student Division Assembly is mandatory for all ABA Representatives, SBA Presidents, and Division Entity Liaisons. You can check the current ABA Rep and SBA President Directory to make sure you are listed.

    Registration for the ABA Annual Meeting is optional. Registration is now open.

    2024 Annual Meeting Events

    All events will take place at the Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel unless otherwise noted. All times are Central Time. All events and times are tentative.

    Thursday, August 1, 2024

    11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    Information Desk LSD & YLD

    TBD
    LSD Council Meeting

    11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    On a Need-to-Know Basis (panel discussion)

    Topic: Life After Law School. A roundtable series on how to navigate your career as law students transitioning into zealous practitioners’ post-graduation.

    • Panelist:
      • Cheryl Rich Heisler, Lawternatives, Chicago, IL

    2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
    Road to Zero: Strategizing, Managing and Repaying Student Loans (YLD Co-Sponsoring)

    There are several options when it comes to student loans and repaying those loans-including a number of payment plans, consolidation options, and even the possibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. What’s the right plan for you? This session will guide you through creating your own strategy by helping you determine the plan that will best align with your current needs, future aspirations, and financial goals.

    • Moderator:
      • Jehan Senai Worthy, University of Massachusetts School of Law
    •  Panelists:
      • Jennifer M. Schott, AFC®, Vice President, AccessLex Center for Education and Financial Capability®
      • Zachary Weber, Director of Financial Aid, University of Chicago Law School

    4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
    ABA Networking Reception

    Friday, August 2, 2024

    7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    Information Desk LSD & YLD

    8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    LSD Assembly Delegate Sign-in Sheet

    11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
    LSD Overview for SBA Presidents and ABA Representatives

    1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
    ABA Representatives Training

    2:30 p.m. -3:30 p.m.
    SBA Presidents and Representatives Roundtable Discussion

    Saturday, August 3, 2024

    9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
    LSD Assembly Delegate Sign-in Sheet

    1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
    LSD Assembly

    Additional Programming

    Students can attend most of the programs and events whether they’re hosted by the Law Student Division, Young Lawyers Division, or any other ABA entity. 

    What to Wear

    We recommend business professional attire (courtroom attire) for all Law Student Division Annual Events. No jeans, t-shirts, beach sandals or other casual wear.

    Information for Law Students