Diane Willard

The Virginia Bar Association is the independent voice of the Virginia lawyer, advancing the highest ideals of the profession through advocacy and volunteer service. The VBA is a voluntary membership organization created and supported by Virginia attorneys. Key Approaches • Advocacy: Improve the law by promoting legislative changes • Professionalism: Expand attorney proficiency through continuing education • Service: Make our communities better and stronger through member contributions and through increasing access to justice • Collegiality: Provide opportunities for attorneys to engage with like-minded lawyers through our Sections and Divisions and events Sections and Divisions The VBA encourages members to get involved in our sections and divisions that inform their practice, help them better serve their clients and fulfill their personal and professional needs. • 19 sections • Joint ADR Committee of the VBA and VSB • Young Lawyers Division • Law Practice Management Division Conferences and Meetings VBA events bring together colleagues across Virginia for learning and socializing. Our members also build upon their professional networks through attendance at meetings and conferences, such as: • All-member meetings (winter and summer) • Section-specific educational conferences • Legislative update seminars • Ethics and professionalism workshops • Socials and receptions