6.NYSBA LGBTQ+ Law Section 2026 Mentoring Program Application
The LGBTQ+ Law Section of the New York State Bar Association in collaboration with the LGBT Bar Association of Greater NY (LeGaL) is pleased to launch its 2026 Mentoring Program. The program is designed to connect newer attorneys (mentees) with experienced legal professionals (mentors), provide insight into legal careers, support professional development, and strengthen our community of LGBTQ+ and ally lawyers.
*Please note: Mentors and mentees need to have an active membership with either NYSBA or the LGBT Bar Association of Greater NY to participate in the program.
Purpose and expectations:
- Mentor/mentee pairs will meet at least 30 minutes quarterly, virtually or in-person, as mutually agreed.
- In the first meeting, the mentee will propose a brief agenda of career topics or questions; ongoing meetings should follow defined goals.
- Welcome reception: pairs will be invited to a virtual kickoff event in early 2026 and an in-person networking event in Spring 2026 located in NYC.
- Pairs are encouraged to attend the LGBTQ+ Law Section’s Annual Meeting in January 2026 and networking events hosted by NYSBA LGBTQ+ Law Section and LGBT Bar Association of Greater NY.
- Program feedback will be requested mid-cycle and at the end of the pairing.
If you would like to be a mentor, please complete Section II. If you would like to be a mentee, please complete Section I.