ABTL Report - Fall 2026 Edition - Flipbook - Page 19
ABTL - Los Angeles
Fall 2026
YOUNG LAWYERS DIVISION UPDATE
The third quarter of 2026 has been a busy and energizing stretch for the Young
Lawyers Division. We’ve been hard at work lining up engaging programming for the
rest of the year and creating more ways for younger lawyers to connect, learn, and
grow together.
Sam Donohue
On September 24, the YLD hosted a standout MCLE webinar, “Optimize, Don’t
Sacri昀椀ce: How Young Lawyers Can Build a Rich Career and a Rich Life.” ABTL
members Hon. Stephen Pfahler (Ret.) and Tiaunia Henry shared candid insights and
practical advice, and the program was a resounding success. The YLD is putting
together another MCLE event for later this fall to close out the year, so stay tuned for
details!
On October 27, we gathered for a YLD mixer at V Wine Room in West
Hollywood. We had great wine, great company, and many chances to reconnect with
colleagues and meet new ones.
Andrew Figueras
There’s plenty more ahead, so keep an eye on the ABTL Report and your email
for the latest on upcoming YLD programming. Want to help shape what comes next?
We’d love to have you on board! Reach out to YLD Co-Chairs Andrew Figueras and
Sam Donohue, or YLD Vice Chair Jay Ettinger, to 昀椀nd out how you can take part in
future YLD events.
Sam Donohue is Counsel at O’Melveny & Myers LLP
Andrew Figueras is an Associate at Yoka|Smith, LLP
Jay Ettinger is a Senior Associate at Hogan Lovells
Jay Ettinger
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