Your DBA for April 2025
The Latest Events | Upcoming Events | New Opportunities
The Latest Events
The DBA Young Lawyers Division brought the energy to Nola Jane on March 27 for Barristers After Hours.
Attendees enjoyed delicious food, vibrant conversation, and top-tier networking with fellow young legal professionals. It was a night of connection, community, and plenty of good times in downtown Denver.
Upcoming Events
Unity Dinner (f/k/a Jeffersonian Dinner)
April 24th | 6:00 p.m. | Maggiano’s Downtown
The DBA YLD is hosting its annual Unity Dinner (f/k/a Jeffersonian Dinner) to once again get to the bottom of yet another philosophical topic: Is our legal system inequitable, and if so, what, if anything, can we do to make the system more equitable?
Hungry (for food and answers) attendees will be seated at tables of 6 – 8 for a philosophical discussion over some of the best Italian food in LoDo. A moderator from the DBA YLD will be seated at each table to help guide the discussion should it stray from this year’s topic. Join us for white-tablecloth service, tasty pasta, and the most stimulating dinner conversation you’ve had this year as we litigate the degree of inequity baked into our legal system, as well as what those operating within the system can do about it.
One ticket affords a four-course dinner, including dessert, and one alcoholic beverage – and of course, access to a thoughtful discussion with some of the sharpest minds in Denver. Save your powdered wigs for a less-saucy occasion, but don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to gain and share perspective over a fantastic meal!
Pricing:
DBA Member: $35.00
Non-Member: $40.00
Denver Stands for the Rule of Law
May 1st | Noon | Byron Rogers Federal Courthouse
On Thursday, May 1, the Denver Bar Association will join legal professionals nationwide for the National Law Day of Action—a unified stand for the rule of law, judicial independence, and democratic principles.
Together, we will raise our voices and retake our oath in defense of justice and the Constitution.
Please commit to observing the GSA’s Rules and Regulations Governing Conduct on Federal Property.
2025 Spring Soiree – From Sunset to Starlight: An Evening to Support Access to Justice
May 3rd | 7:00 p.m. | DaVita Event Center
Join the Denver Bar Association for an unforgettable night under the stars at our annual fundraising soiree benefiting Metro Volunteer Lawyers (MVL). Enjoy live music, meaningful connections, and the chance to bid on one-of-a-kind auction items and experiences—all while supporting vital legal services for those in need. Come for the cause, stay for the celebration.
Pricing:
Individual: $50.00
Judicial/Government Attorney: $45.00
Non-profit Legal Service Provider: $35.00
Young Lawyer, LLP, and Paralegal: $40.00
Courts in Session: Tennis Skills & Drills with the DBA
May 20th | 9:15 AM – 10:45AM| Gates Tennis Center
Courts in Session: Tennis Skills and Drills with the DBA is your chance to sharpen your game with the pros! Join us on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 9:15–10:45 a.m. for a high-energy, small-group tennis clinic featuring three courts, three pros, and focused skills and drills designed to elevate your play. Whether you’re looking to perfect your serve or fine-tune your footwork, this 90-minute session offers expert instruction in a fun and social setting. Space is limited to 18 players—just six per court—so grab your spot early! If the event fills, hop on the waitlist, and we’ll explore adding another court. Game, set, match!
Pricing:
Member/Non-Member $30.00
Opportunities
DBA Young Lawyers Division Call for Leadership
The DBA Young Lawyers Executive Council is seeking applicants to fill the spots of four members who are rotating off the Executive Council this spring.
Who are we?
The Young Lawyers Division (“YLD”) of the Denver Bar Association. We serve young and new-to-practice attorneys in the Denver Metro Area.
What we do?
Help young and new-to-practice attorneys with professional development by: (1) expanding their professional networks and engaging with seasoned members of the bar; (2) providing free and relevant CLEs to young and new-to-practice attorneys; (3) helping young attorneys with client and business development; (4) providing activities that support work-life balance; and (5) organizing and leading effective fundraising and volunteer events supporting access-to-justice programs and nonprofits in the Denver Metro area.
Why apply?
If you are interested in serving and helping improve the Bar by providing attorneys with an environment where they can develop themselves, both personally and professionally, and have a voice in the events the DBA YLD hosts, we would love to have you on the Council. Or if you have ever thought about getting more involved with the Bar, but did not know where to start, this is a great way to get your foot in the door!
What is the commitment?
Council members are elected to 3-year terms. We meet once per month at the CBA/DBA offices (1290 Broadway, Suite 1700, Denver, CO 80203). Currently our monthly meetings occur in-person at the address listed above with a virtual Zoom option. Additionally, council members are expected to serve on at least one planning committee.
Who can apply?
Lawyers who (i) are in good standing, and (ii) have been admitted to their first bar for five years or less or are under the age of 37 (whichever occurs last).
The DBA YLD encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, national origin, socio-economic status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, geography, political beliefs, ideology, and spiritual beliefs. We further encourage forwarding and distributing this notice to diverse individuals who may be interested in applying. Please submit your completed application no later than May 1, 2025.
