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Arizona Foundation for Women - ongoing

Arizona Foundation for Women was founded in 1995 by community trailblazer and philanthropist Marilyn R. Seymann in response to the deficiency she found in the state’s philanthropic giving to women’s issues. At the time, just 4 percent was directed to women’s causes! AFW joined other Women driven foundations nationally to create a “Women’s Funding Movement.” As a result, Arizona Foundation for Women has contributed over $3.1 million to the community. AFW has used its resources to support a myriad of projects bringing awareness to the issues most affecting women and children. This is achieved by maximizing the use of funds either by identifying an existing program that needed strengthening or starting a program where none existed.

The vision is to create an Arizona where women are safe, healthy and economically independent. They live out the mission by committing to advance the status of Arizona's women. They focus on these three areas — (S)Safety, (H)Health and (E)Economic Empowerment — to ensure SHE Counts®, and the women of our community are empowered to succeed. And they accomplish this in three ways — through Research, Advocacy and Philanthropy.

For more information click here.

City of Tempe Board positions – ongoing

To view open Board position for the City of Tempe, visit here. 

The site will provide a link to the board or commissions with openings and will list all the duties and requirements for the position. The site will then link you directly to the online applications. Check it out!
Join a State Bar of Arizona Mentoring Program

The State Bar of Arizona has two mentorship programs to connect Arizona's experienced attorneys with less-seasoned attorneys and law students. It provides experienced attorneys as mentors to answer substantive and procedural questions and offers management ideas for less-experienced attorneys.

Click here for more information.

One-to-One Mentoring Program Guidelines:

A traditional, structured program that provides training and includes a curriculum.
You can choose from either a 6-month or 12-month commitment with an opportunity to earn CLE in either program.

Who can Participate:
Mentees: New lawyers or licensed legal paraprofessionals with 3 years or less experience.
Mentor: Lawyers with more than 5 years of experience. Must have been in practice a minimum of 5 years (in Arizona or another jurisdiction). The mentor should not have been subject to any disciplinary sanctions within the past five years.

Lawyer Down the Hall Program Guidelines:

A short-term mentoring connection where experienced attorneys are paired with attorneys of any experience level who need assistance on a specific issue.
Provide career guidance, professionalism resources or networking opportunities.

Who can Participate:
Mentees: Lawyers or licensed legal paraprofessionals of any experience level.
Mentor: Lawyers with more than 5 years of experience. Must have been in practice a minimum of 5 years (in Arizona or another jurisdiction). The mentor should not have been subject to any disciplinary sanctions within the past five years.

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact:
Mentor Program Staff
Email: azbarmentor@staff.azbar.org

The Warren E. Burger Prize writing competition (7/1)

Call for Authors: American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize

The Warren E. Burger Prize writing competition is designed to promote scholarship in the areas of legal excellence, civility, professionalism, and ethics in the American legal community, which as you know, are core values of the American Inns of Court. The submission deadline is July 1, 2025 and Inn membership is not a requirement.

The American Inns of Court invites judges, lawyers, professors, students, scholars, and other authors to participate in its 2025 Warren E. Burger Prize for Writing.

Click here for more information.

Authors should submit an original, unpublished, 10,000–20,000 word essay on a topic that addresses the issues of excellence in legal skills, civility, ethics, and professionalism. The winning author will receive a cash prize.

For more information, please contact Cindy Dennis at cdennis@innsofcourt.org.
State Bar Committee and Advisory Group – OPEN until March 28, 2025

State Bar committee and advisory group appointments are now open until March 28, 2025. The State Bar of Arizona has advisory groups charged by the Board of Governors with providing advice and recommendations concerning Bar policy and programs. The State Bar of Arizona has committees to advise and serve the State Bar by addressing constitutional, statutory or regulatory issues and make recommendations about legal services and the administration of justice.

Additional information about the available Committees and Advisory Groups can be found here. 

Questions may be directed to Taylor Jones, at taylor.jones@staff.azbar.org. 

State Bar Board of Governors – Applications due April 1, 2025

The Supreme Court appoints ten positions to the State Bar Board of Governors - three At-Large Governors, three District Governors and four Public Members who are selected from a list of public member nominees submitted by the State Bar Board of Governors. Staggered terms are one, two and three years depending on the position.

The Court is currently accepting attorney applications and non-attorney public member applications (Due April 1st) for one District Governor, two Public Governors and one At-Large Governor:

• District Governor. Term is 3 years. Can not serve more than 2 terms. One appointment from District 6 (Maricopa County). Must be current active member of the State Bar of Arizona and have been an active member for 5 years prior to appointment with no disciplinary sanctions under Rule 60.

• Public Governors. Can’t be a member of the State Bar of Arizona or have financial interest in practice of law. Term is 3 years. No more than 2 can serve from the same district. No more than 2 terms.

• At-Large Governors. May be former elected, public, or district governors. Appointed for 3-year terms. May be appointed to successive terms.

The application can be found here.

For more information please visit here.
City of Phoenix Opportunities

The City of Phoenix offers numerous opportunities to serve on Boards and Commissions. Board and Commission members provide input to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and city departments on a variety of issues affecting the city. All residents are welcome to participate in this important process. Please note that most boards require residency within the city of Phoenix. Several current opportunities are listed below; however, a complete list of Boards and Commissions can be found here.

To apply for the positions listed below you must complete a profile here

If you have any questions, please email: boards.and.commissions@phoenix.gov

Phoenix Women’s Commission (4)

The purpose of the Phoenix Women's Commission is to provide a formal forum for citizens to review the City's diversity efforts, salary equity, and to serve as an advisory board to the Council. The Commission is not involved in political issues nor in matters which are outside of the City's jurisdiction. The Phoenix Women’s Commission currently has four vacancies.

Phoenix Youth and Education Commission (7)

The Phoenix Youth and Education Commission promotes the exchange of information on youth development and public education and recommends policies and programs to the City Council to improve the quality of life for youth. The Phoenix Youth and Education Commission currently has seven vacancies.

Tourism and Hospitality Advisory Board (4)

This Board serves as a mechanism for evaluating projects to be funded for the hospitality industry's share of surplus Arena Tax Funds. The Board shall be responsible for evaluating projects to enhance the tourism and hospitality industry in Phoenix, subject to fiscal constraints and criteria imposed by the City and recommending those projects to the City Council. The Tourism and Hospitality Advisory Board currently has four vacancies. Contact Tim Valencia at (602)256-3426

State Bar Committee and Advisory Group (3/28/25)

State Bar committee and advisory group appointments are now open until March 28, 2025. Additional information about the available Committees and Advisory Groups can be found here.
State Bar of Arizona Executive Council of the Family Law Section

The 2025-2026 Executive Council of the Family Law Section is now soliciting nominations for five (5) at-large positions to serve on the Executive Council. Each Member at Large is asked to:

(1) Attend Executive Council Meetings approximately every six weeks in person or virtually,
(2) Help determine topics for, and help find speakers for, section CLE programming,
(3) Actively participate in council and section activities, including section educational programs, networking events, and other activities as determined by the council,
(4) And move up through the council positions into officer positions if desired.

If you would like to be considered for an at-large position, please email Mona.Fontes@staff.azbar.org and complete an application by 5:00 pm on Friday, March 15, 2025.

Click here to learn more.

City of Phoenix Ethics Committee (1 Opening)

The Ethics Commission is authorized to receive allegations of ethical violations, investigation, take testimony, and engage in any other action to the extent permitted and established by law to oversee the investigation and enforcement of the gift policy and conflicts of interest pursuant to Phoenix City Charter XI, Sec. 1 (Title 38, Article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes) related to elected officials and board and commission members.

There is currently one vacancy for a Democrat to serve a three year term.

For more information on this opportunity, contact Rebecca McCarthy, at 602.262.7526. To submit an application, please visit here.

Able Act Oversight Committee (3 Vacancies)

ABLE Accounts are investment accounts that can be used by individuals and families who qualify to save money for a person with significant disabilites without exceeding Medicaid’s $2,000 asset cap. These funds can be used for a variety of purposes, including care, food, and housing, and are vital tools for many disabled people who would otherwise lose Medicaid without these accounts. The ABLE Oversight Committee makes recommendations and provides guidance for the establishment, implementation, and improvement of the program, including necessary statutory and rule changes.

For more information about the Committee and its work, visit its website here. To apply for the Committee, visit here and submit an application.

Exposition and State Fair Board (2 Vacancies)

The Arizona Coliseum and Exposition Center Board consists of five members appointed by the Governor for five-year terms to oversee state fair properties, direct the state fair, and other events. The state fairgrounds have hosted Phoenix Suns, the Pope, and three Presidents, and more!

For more information on this opportunity, contact Wannell Costello, Executive Director of the Exposition and State Fair Board at 602.252.6771. To apply, go to visit here and submit an application.

Volunteer to be a Judge Pro Tempore (Deadline: March 2, 2025)

The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is seeking qualified applicants for Judge Pro Tempore in Superior Court for the FY 2026 Appointment Term which is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Judge Pro Tempore candidates are appointed by Presiding Judge Joseph C. Welty. They are subject to the approval of the Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court and the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Applications are being accepted through March 2, 2025.

By applying and becoming a Judge Pro Tempore you can:
• Gain Insight into the Judicial Process
• Explore a Career on the Bench
• Gain Experience with ADR and Much More

For more information on the board and the application, nomination, interview and appointment process, please contact the Judge Pro Tempore Program Coordinator:

Phone: 602-372-2559
E-mail: JPTprogram@jbazmc.maricopa.gov
Click here or here for more information.

Applications are now open for State Bar Committee and Advisory Group appointments (Last day to apply 3/28)

The application process for State Bar Committee and Advisory Group appointments is now open until March 28, 2025.

Serving on a committee or advisory group is a great way to join colleagues and advise on solutions to legal services and administration of justice as well as to provide practical recommendations and advice relating to Bar programs and services.

If you have questions, contact Taylor Jones, at Taylor.Jones@staff.azbar.org or click here for more information.

City of Scottsdale Boards and Committees (Deadline: February 7, 2025)

The City of Scottsdale has numerous vacancies on several boards and committees. Applications are being accepted until February 7 for several vacancies, including:

• Judicial Appointments Advisory Board
• Neighborhood Advisory Commission
• Parks & Recreation Commission
• Human Relations Board
• And More!!

To apply, you must be a Scottsdale resident. For more information regarding current and future vacancies, or to apply check out their website here.

For more information on the board and commission application, nomination, interview and appointment process, please contact the City Clerk's Office 480-312-2412

City of Phoenix Boards and Committees (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

The City of Phoenix has over 60 different boards and committees, many of which have at least one vacancy. All appointments are made on rolling basis and applications will remain on file—so residents may be contacted in the future and asked to serve when vacancies occur. Some of the boards and commissions that currently have vacancies include:

• Judicial Selection Advisory Board (3 vacancies)
• Central City Village Planning Committee (5 vacancies)
• Community Development Review Committee (3 vacancies)
• Development Advisory Board (5 vacancies) – open to Non-Phoenix residents
• Ethics Commission (1 vacancy)
• Mayors Commission on Disability Issues (4 vacancies)

Interested applicants must Register and complete a profile, submit standard contact information and work experience. Some boards require residency within the city of Phoenix.

For more information or to register and apply, click here.

For additional assistance with application process contact the Mayor's office: (602) 262-7111.

ASU Law Trial Advocacy Department needs Judges for their Regional Mock Trial Competition February 7-9

The ASU Law Trial Advocacy Department is requesting attorneys and judges to volunteer their time to help judge the (TYLA) Texas Young Lawyers Association 2024-2025 Regional Competition, being hosted at ASU Law School this year February 7-9, 2025 at the Sandra Day O'Connor college of Law.
They seek volunteers for judging a round of the competition. Meals and parking will be provided. Anyone who is willing to participate can sign up here. This is competition is part of events leading to the TYLA 2024-2025 National Trial Competition, held in Houston, Texas on April 2-5, 2025.

State Bar of Arizona, 2025 Board of Governors (Deadline: January 31, 2025)

The State Bar 2025 Board of Governors is holding elections in three of the eight Bar Districts.

The deadline to submit your materials to run for election to the Board is January 31, 2025. The three Bar Districts holding elections are:

• District 3 - 1 Board Seat Available: Gila, Graham, Greenlee Counties
• District 6 - 3 Board Seats Available: Maricopa County
• District 8 - 1 Board Seat Available: Pinal County

Each elected Governor must have been an Active State Bar Member and have had no record of disciplinary sanctions under Rule 60 for five years prior to the election. Get your nomination packet here or email Genna.Barela@staff.azbar.org.

Pro Bono Opportunity! Let ABC15 Know – Live Phone Bank (Landlord/Tenant Issues) (February 19, 2025)

The State Bar is looking for volunteer attorneys to answer phone calls regarding landlord/tenant issues from Let ABC15-Know viewers at ABC15’s Phoenix studio on February 19, 2025.

The public will call in with questions and volunteer attorneys will answer. Christel Bell hosts and does live cut-ins throughout the two hours and volunteers are given the option to be interviewed. Dinner and an in-studio tour will be provided. This is a really fun volunteer opportunity and a great way to earn positive PR. The State Bar will tag attorneys in social media, thank them on their website and newsletters, and link to attorney websites if possible.

You can access more information here.

Please email Fabiola Perez at Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org for more information!

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Pro Tempore (Accepting applications between February 3 and March 3, 2025)

Maricopa County Superior Court is looking for volunteers to serve as a Judge Pro Tempore. The recruitment period begins February 3, 2025 for the next appointment term, 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026. Most judges pro tempore are pro bono volunteers who serve in various court departments as needed. The criminal and family departments rely on paid pro tempore judges for iv-d cases and initial appearance court.

To be eligible for appointment as a judge pro tempore in Arizona, an applicant must meet the following qualifications:

• Be at least 30 years old
• Be of good moral character
• Have been admitted to the practice of law in Arizona for at least five years
• Have been a resident of Arizona for at least five years

You can find more information here:  or contact the Judge Pro Tempore Program Coordinator at JPTprogram@jbazmc.maricopa.gov.

Please contact Amanda Carrizales at aec@eblawyers.com for additional information on the following opportunities.

Arizona Mock Mediation

A program for Arizona middle and high school students focuses on learning the process of legal mediation while developing life-long skills like collaboration, negotiation, public speaking, and quick thinking. What does volunteering for the Arizona Mock Mediation Tournament entail? Judges will analyze student mediation and score them on a provided rubric. After registering to become a Mock Mediation attorney coach, the Arizona Bar Foundation will work to match you with a school seeking an attorney coach.

Please contact: Lara Slifko (4201 N. 24th Street, Suite 210, Phoenix, AZ 85016).
You may find more information here.
You may register here.

Senior Planning Legal Clinic

Volunteer attorneys will meet with consumers to review and prepare, Living Wills, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Mental Health Care Power of Attorney.
When: January 25, 2025
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323

You may access this opportunity here.
If you are interested or need more information, email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org

Tempe Community Action Agency

TCAA’s mission is to eliminate poverty and build equitable communities. TCAA is headquartered in Tempe, their programs address the root causes and impacts of poverty, focusing on food security, housing stability, health and well-being, and economic mobility in East Valley communities. TCAA offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities are offered in their Senior Independence programs, I-HELP Emergency Shelter program, Administrative Office, Special Events Team and so much more.

Join Volunteer Orientation:

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
1208 E Broadway Rd Ste 111, Unit 1008, Tempe, AZ 85282
Contact Information: Bella Leonardi at bellal@tempeaction.org or (480) 422-8922
You may find more information here.


State Bar Volunteer Opportunity:

Give the gift of Access to Justice!

The State Bar of Arizona’s Access to Justice Legal Clinics help consumers understand their rights when navigating legal situations. Join us as a volunteer and help your community.

• January 28th – Volunteer attorneys will provide free 30 minute consultations to pre-registered consumers in the areas of Family Law, Landlord/Tenant, Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Collections, and Employment. (Zoom)
• Time: 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org to sign up for the opportunity!

Project Citizen Is Looking for E-Portfolio Judges:

Project Citizen is a portfolio-based program in which middle or high school students research a problem in their community and attempt to resolve it through public policy. This program helps teachers and students better understand public policy and empowers them to use this information to create change in their community. For the showcase, Arizona utilizes an e-portfolio and teams electronically submit their projects in the form of a website, slideshow, etc. The portfolio contains 4 parts: The problem, possible solutions, their chosen solution, and the steps that would need to be taken to enact the proposed solutions. The teams must include research to support their findings and a clear public policy to address the issue. Judges evaluate the e-portfolios for each category and ensure that a public policy is included in their solution. Judging occurs virtually within a 2-week period using a Foundation provided evaluation sheet that will provide guidance to scoring. Judges may submit their scoresheets anytime from March 18 - March 31.

To learn more please click on the link.

• When: March 18, 2025, to March 31, 2025.
• Where: Virtual Platform

You need to be member of Arizona Bar Foundation to login and sign up for this opportunity if you are not already a member, please email marie.ehlers@azflse.org to learn more about how you can get involved.

Please contact Allison Sluga at alliesluga@gmail.com for additional information on the following opportunities.

City of Glendale MLK Day of Service:

MLK Day of Service is an annual event to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and also a way to donate food to families in need. Volunteers will help pick fruit that will be donated to St. Mary's Food Bank. Community members can also drop off their excess citrus from their property to donate. Please bring your freshly picked citrus (all varieties) to Sahuaro Ranch Park or Manistee Ranch Park on Saturday, January 18, 2025, between 9am and 12pm.

Visit the websitefor more information, or register here.

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation MLK Day of Service:

MLK Day of Service is the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service. In honor of Dr. King, Lake Pleasant is hosting a clean-up event to remove trash and litter at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Volunteers can choose to pick up litter along the shoreline, day-use areas, and campgrounds.

Visit the website for more information, or sign up here.

Other MLK Day Service Opportunities:

Throughout the week of January 20 - 25 Valley of the Sun United Way is lining up exciting volunteer opportunities in honor of Martin Luther King Jr's birthday and the National Holiday. Sign up to receive updates about these other service opportunities.

Sign up here to receive updates about more opportunities.


Experienced Federal Court Litigators Wanted:

The Federal Court Self-Service Clinic seeks litigators with at least several years of federal court practice experience to volunteer for 2 hours to provide brief phone direction to pro se litigants about civil cases in the District Court in Phoenix. You can choose how often to volunteer. You will receive advance information for conflict checks. Each litigant benefits from 30 minutes of guidance, so you can help up to four people in need. The Clinic is a collaborative effort of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in Phoenix and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Community Legal Services provides primary malpractice coverage.

To enroll or for more information, please contact Pat Gerrich at pgerrich@clsaz.org.

State Bar Volunteer Opportunities:

Give the gift of Access to Justice!

Our Access to Justice Legal Clinics and Phone Banks help consumers understand their rights when navigating legal situations. Join us as a volunteer and help your community.

• January 15th – Let ABC Know Phone Bank on Bankruptcy and Collections- Help consumers by answering legal questions and providing resources during the 2-hour event. (In-Person)
• January 25th - Senior Planning Legal Clinic- Estate Planning attorneys needed to consult with Senior’s 55+ and complete living wills, healthcare, and durable power of attorneys in Avondale. (In-Person)

Email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org to sign up for any of the opportunities!

“Friends” Of Florence Crittenton:

Similar to a mentor, a Friend of Florence Crittenton spends time on the campus with the girls: playing games, talking and just having fun. A female volunteer provides friendly relationships with the girls that share common interests. Friends are responsible for fostering a positive relationship with the girls. They participate in a variety of interactive activities and provide positive encouragement as the girls work through their treatment plans.

Click here for more information.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Completes volunteer application, screening and orientation process.
• Obtain a DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.

For more information, please contact our Volunteer Services Management at 602.288.4567 or via email: tgeist@flocrit.org.
The Supreme Court Attorney Discipline Probable Cause Committee (Deadline December 20, 2024)

The Attorney Discipline Probable Cause Committee is the “gatekeeper” of the lawyer discipline system in Arizona. The Committee, consisting of six lawyers and three public members, reviews investigative reports and recommendations from State Bar counsel, considers any response or objection from the respondent lawyer, discusses the facts and ethical rules implicated, and makes a determination whether probable cause exists that ethical misconduct has occurred. The Committee also determines whether there is enough evidence to continue on to formal proceedings, or whether another course of action is appropriate.

The committee reviews State Bar recommendations for attorney discipline and may act under Rule 55, Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. The Committee meets once a month. Applicants must be active members of the state bar or nonlawyer public members and serve three-year terms.

More information here.

The application can be found here and emailed to ProbableCauseComm@courts.az.gov by December 20, 2024.

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Pro Tempore (Applications begin first week of January 2025)

Maricopa County Superior Court is looking for volunteers to serve as a Judge Pro Tem. The recruitment period begins January 1, 2025 for the next appointment term, 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026. Most judges pro tempore are pro bono volunteers who serve in various court departments as needed. The criminal and family departments rely on paid pro tempore judges for iv-d cases and initial appearance court.

Superior Court Judge Pro Tempore requirements:
To be eligible for appointment as a judge pro tempore in Arizona, an applicant must meet the following qualifications:
• Be at least 30 years old
• Be of good moral character
• Have been admitted to the practice of law in Arizona for at least five years
• Have been a resident of Arizona for at least five years

If you have questions about the process, visit here or contact:

Judge Pro Tempore Program Coordinator
Phone: 602-372-2559
E-mail: JPTprogram@jbazmc.maricopa.gov

The recruitment for the FY2026 service term will open the first week of January, 2025. If you would like to be notified once the recruitment opens, please email the Judge Pro Tempore Program Coordinator at JPTprogram@jbazmc.maricopa.gov.

Arizona Women Leading Government

Arizona Women Leading Government (AZ WLG) is a non-profit membership association that provides professional development, networking, and mentoring opportunities statewide to strengthen the position of women by preparing aspiring, emerging professionals for leadership posts in government; and to increase the number of women in executive government positions throughout the State of Arizona.

WLG Mission Statement:

“To help women succeed in public service by enhancing career-building models that develop leadership skills and by networking professional women in government.”

To learn more visit here. 

To join a committee, fill out this survey.

Arizona Jewish Lawyers Association

The Arizona Jewish Lawyers Association brings together attorneys, judges, and law students to build and develop community through educational, social, philanthropic, and networking activities.

AJLA is looking for Board Members.

AJLA is a group of dedicated individuals who organize CLE’s, opportunities for Jewish learning, networking events, mentorship programs, and philanthropic events for the Jewish community and community at large. If you are interested, please send an email to azjewishlawyers@gmail.com.

To learn more about their events, visit here or here.

City of Phoenix Ethics Commission:

The City of Phoenix Ethics Commission receives allegations of ethical violations, investigates, takes testimony, and engages in any other action to the extent permitted and established by law to oversee the investigation and enforcement of the gift policy and conflicts of interest under the Phoenix City Charter. The five-member commission has one vacancy for a Democrat serving a three-year term. The application process will remain open until the position is filled.

Visit the Commission’s webpage for instructions on how to apply here.

City of Peoria Judicial and Public Defender Advisory Board:

The City of Peoria Judicial and Public Defender Advisory Board is responsible for conducting investigations into the background and qualifications of candidates for the office of Presiding Municipal Judge and Associate Municipal Judge, reviewing proposals for the selection of Public Defender and alternative defender services, recommending appropriate terms and conditions to be added to such contracts, conducts reviews for all city public defenders, and recommends the awards of public defender and alternative defender services contracts to the City Council. There are currently three vacancies, including one vacancy reserved for an active member of the State Bar of Arizona.

To apply, visit the City of Peoria boards and commissions application webpage here.

City of Glendale Commission on Diverse Cultures:

The City of Glendale Commission on Diverse Cultures makes recommendations to the City Council on ways to encourage mutual respect and understanding among all people, to discourage prejudice and discrimination, and to support cultural awareness and unity of the community. There are currently three vacancies.

To apply, visit the application webpage here.

The Funding Studio is accepting board member applications:

The Funding Studio, Arizona’s only professional fiscal sponsor nonprofit organization focused on arts and innovation, offers fiscal sponsorship and strategic funding support for creative projects and groundbreaking entrepreneurial initiatives. Dedicated to cultivating, supporting, and advancing new artistic voices while launching impactful social enterprises, our mission is to close the age, racial, and gender gaps in access to funding and grow our community of local artisans and innovators.

We are currently accepting applications for new board members to help guide our mission and expand our reach. If you’re passionate about driving change in arts and innovation, please reach out to Melissa Watson Erickson at mw@thefundingstudio.org for more information and to request an application.

Learn more at thefundingstudio.org.

Melissa (Watson) Erickson, CFRE, aPHR, MSOL
Executive Director

We the People seeks volunteers to be judges (12/7)

We the People is a program conducted by the AZ Bar Foundation and sponsored in part by the Supreme Court. They are in dire need of judges for our regional tournaments in Phoenix/Mesa and southern Arizona (which will be held at Florence City Hall). The tournaments are Saturday, December 7.

If someone is interested and able to help, they can contact Mark McCall at mamccall@courts.az.gov for additional information. Or the tournament coordinators: Phoenix: Tara Bartlett at tbartlet@asu.edu or Tucson/Southern AZ: Lisa Flores at lflores@cguhsd.org.

Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board (2 vacancies)

The Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board is a politically balanced volunteer body consisting of citizens appointed by the Arizona Governor. The Board is authorized to make periodic surveys of the existence and effect of discrimination in the enjoyment of civil rights by any person within the state of Arizona, to foster the elimination of discrimination through community effort, and to issue publications of the results of studies, investigations and research as in its judgment will tend to promote goodwill and the elimination of discrimination between persons because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, familial status or national origin. The Board is part of and receives staff support from the Civil Rights Division of the Arizona Department of Law. The Commission meets on the second Monday of every month at 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm in the Administrative Conference Room, Fire Administration Building, 150 S. 12th Street.

Past projects of the Board include creating the Civil Rights Guide on Service, Support, and Assistance Animals.

Click here for more information. 

To apply please visit here, and for more information, please contact Leslie Ross at (602) 542-4909.

Phoenix Art Museum Docent

If you have a passion for art and serving the community through engaging conversations with visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, volunteer with the Phoenix Art Museum by becoming a document. When you donate your time and talents to Phoenix Art Museum, you make a significant impact on our shared community. Whether you’re an art lover, an educator, or simply a dedicated member of the public, the Museum offers a variety of ways that you can help further its mission of cultivating greater access to the arts and arts education.

As a Docent, you have the opportunity to:

• Lead Museum tours for adult and school groups
• Present interactive talks about art to schools, community centers, or senior living centers
• Assist visitors, Docents, and Museum staff in the Lemon Art Research Library
• Engage with the broader Phoenix community, both in and outside the Museum
• Access exclusive lectures by artists and curators, gallery and exhibition previews, and other arts and education programming through bimonthly Docent Continuing Education events

For more information, please visit the website here or contact the Education Department at education@phxart.org or 602-257-4356.
City of Phoenix Women’s Commission

The purpose of the Phoenix Women's Commission is to provide a formal forum for citizen review of the City's diversity efforts, salary equity, and to serve as an advisory board to the Council. The Commission shall not become involved in political issues nor in matters which are outside of the City's jurisdiction. The Commission shall recommend improvements on matters related to the status of women and implement specific projects and programs as approved by the Mayor and City Council with the following areas of responsibility: 1) Review the City of Phoenix diversity efforts regarding recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotional programs, and salary equity to identify strengths and weaknesses; and to make recommendations of changes needed. 2) Define, review, and prioritize the problems of women as those problems relate to the City. 3) Recommend possible solutions to those problems. 4) Develop short range and long range goals and objectives for improving the status of women. 5) Evaluate projects as requested by the Mayor and Council. 6) Recommend persons to serve on City standing committees, advisory boards and ad hoc committees. 7) Assist in efforts to provide information and educational programs to improve the status of women. 8) Provide written reports to the Council regarding recommendations, submit special reports at the request of the Council, and submit an annual report of its activities to the Council in December of each year.

The Commission meets on the second Monday of every month at 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm in the Administrative Conference Room, Fire Administration Building, 150 S. 12th Street.

To apply, and for more information, please contact Shanna Archie at (602) 534-1279.

Click here for the commission’s website. 


City of Chandler Domestic Violence Commission

This Commission advises the City Council on domestic violence issues in Chandler. The Commissioners remain current on legislature and resources that assist victims and their families. Commissioners participate in community outreach events to raise awareness. Call 480-782-4566 for information.

For more information, click here.

Or submit applications here.

City of Chandler Airport Commission

The Airport Commission makes recommendations regarding the municipal airport’s physical growth, economic development, proposed land use relating to leases and fixed base operations, and the establishment of policy for airport operations. Call 480-782-3545 for information.

For more information, click here.

City of Chandler Housing & Human Services Commission

The Housing and Human Services Commission advises the Council on the allocation of local and federal funds to support human services, housing and neighborhood revitalization projects benefiting low- and moderate-income Chandler residents. Commissioners have an opportunity to interact with non-profit organizations and participate in volunteer activities including For Our City Day, Operation Back to School, and the Holiday Drive. Call 480-782-4352 for information.

For more information, click here.

Or submit applications here.

 
Also, don’t forget to vote! Election Day (if you don’t vote early) is November 5, 2024.

Commissions on Trial Court Appointments (Maricopa Super. Dist. 2, 4, and 5; Pinal Super. Dist. 1-5, Pima County - Supervisorial District 2, 3, and 5) (Application Due November 4, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.)

The Arizona Commission on Trial Court Appointments is a group of ten public members and five attorney members, chaired by the Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court to ensure the most qualified candidates for trial court judgeships go to the governor for consideration and ultimate appointment. There are Commissions for Trial Court Appointments in Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, and Coconino counties. Duties include reviewing judicial applications, interviewing candidates, and sending a list of qualified applicants to the Governor. More information is available at https://www.azcourts.gov/jnc/About-the-Commission-Members.

There are sixteen members with staggered four-year terms. No more than three attorneys may be from the same political party, and none of the attorneys from the same political party shall reside in the same supervisorial district. There are multiple vacancies in all counties.

Information regarding the application process is available here. More information about the Commission and Commissioners in Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, and Coconino counties is available at these links: Link 1,Link 2, Link 3, and Link 4.
Candidate Criteria/Qualifications:

• Active Member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
• Applicants shall have resided in the state and shall have been admitted to practice law before the Arizona Supreme Court for not less than five (5) years and shall have resided in their respective Supervisorial District for at least one year before being nominated.
• Any political party affiliation
• None of the attorney or non-attorney members of the commission shall hold any governmental office, elective or appointive, for profit and no attorney member is eligible for appointment to any judicial office of this state until one year after membership in the commission terminates.

An application form must be submitted to the State Bar here.

For additional information contact Genna Barela at 602.340.7201 or Genna.Barela@staff.azbar.org

Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board (2 vacancies)
The Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board is a volunteer group appointed by the Governor which is authorized to survey the existence and effect of discrimination, work to eliminate discrimination, and issue publications regarding the results of studies and investigations. The Board works with the Department of Law and the Arizona Attorney General’s Office.

More information about the Board, Board Members, and how to apply for the Board is available here.
Please contact Julie Birk at jbirk@southbridgelaw.com for additional information on the following opportunities.

Starting Your Own Neighborhood Organization!

In the City of Phoenix (though likely a similar process exists in other cities), residents can get more involved in decisions affecting their neighborhoods by creating their own group (a neighborhood association, block watch, or business alliance).
Eligibility: (1) The group must meet twice in six months, and take attendance and minutes; (2) Organization Boundaries must be within the City of Phoenix and not larger than one square mile; (3) Members listing of at least ten members. For details, please click here.

Connect with your Neighborhood Specialist to find out more!

Become a Phoenix Neighborhood Specialist, click here for more information.

For additional context and information, reach out to Julie Birk at the email above to learn about how she started a “Block Watch” in her new community in an effort to build a culture of safety and inclusivity (believing the two need not be mutually exclusive), and keep an eye out for a workshop regarding the same in early 2025!

City of Phoenix - Neighborhood Block Watch Fund Oversight Committee (5 vacancies)

The Neighborhood Block Watch Fund Oversight Committee is established to solicit, evaluate, and recommend to the City Council appropriate proposals to expend funds for the expansion of block watch programs, within the constraints imposed by the Neighborhood Protection Ordinance, adopted at the special election of October 5, 1993. It consists of 10-20 members: each member of the City Council appoints two residents of the City as members. There are currently 5 vacancies on the Committee.

For more information, click here.

For additional information, contact Michael Noyd (602) 534-2036.
State Bar of Arizona – Night of the Living Will, Volunteers Needed on 10/26

Dress up as your favorite G-rated character and help members of the community prepare Health Care Powers of Attorney and Living Wills. No experience necessary! (There will be a training session for anyone who needs it.)

The team at the Area Agency on Aging will connect attorneys with participants. We're planning 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a lunch break at noon. There's no need to commit to the whole day. Just morning or afternoon is fine, too. Let us know how much time you have, and we'll accommodate you. But please dress up! Being in costume makes the event fun and the subject easier to talk about. This event is sponsored by the Arizona State Elder Law Section and the Maricopa County Area Agency on Aging.

The Details

When: October 26, 2024
Where: 2950 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014
Time: 8:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. They will have coffee and pastries for volunteers at 8:00am and boxed lunches at noon. Appointments begin at 9 and should wrap up by 3:00pm.

Sign up here: 

For more information email: sarah.schneider@staff.azbar.org

Maricopa County Bar Association (MCBA) - Family Law Section Board Members Needed

The MCBA’s Family Law section is looking for new members for its Board of Directors for the term of 2025 through 2027. Members of the Board attend a once-monthly meeting and help organize CLEs, networking functions, and other events. Board service is a chance to grow personally and professionally, develop valuable skills, gain unique experience, and make lasting connections with other passionate and motivated attorneys and legal professionals. The Family Law board meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12 p.m. via Zoom. All board members are expected to attend. Board service is a rare chance to help strategically improve the programs and services that we offer to our section members and provides unique opportunities to expand your network and gain recognition from your employer, community, or peers.

Candidates must be active members of the Family Law Section and in good standing with the MCBA. Candidates are asked to submit a brief statement of interest, including a biography and an explanation of why the candidate would be a beneficial addition to the Board, as well as a resume.

Please send a Candidacy Letter and Resume to Nicholas Boca at nb@cantorlawgroup.com and Laurie Williams at lwilliams@maricopabar.org by no later than 5:00 PM on October 30, 2024.


Please contact Negar Nahid at nnahid1@asu.edu for additional information on the following opportunities.

Volunteer for Veterans in October with the State Bar of Arizona

• October 23rd - Let ABC15 Know Phone Bank on Veteran Law (In-person)
• October 26th - Glendale’s Stand Up for Veterans (In-person)

Seats are limited, so reach out to Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org for more information. And check out here what a day in the life of a phone bank volunteer is like.

Glendale Stand Up for Veterans

Volunteer attorneys will provide free 30-minute consultations to veterans at the annual Stand Up for Veterans event.

When: October 26, 2024
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm (Full or Half shifts available)
Where: Arizona Christian University, 1 W. Firestorm Way, Glendale, AZ 85306
https://glendalestandup.org

If you are interested or need more information, email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org.

Become an Attorney Coach!

Volunteer attorney coaches for Mock Trial and Mediation play a critical role in providing middle school and high school student participants with a realistic look in the judicial system and the trial/mediation processes. Please contact Marie Ehlers at Marie.Ehlers@azflse.org to get involved!

Girls on the Run seek 2025 Coaches (10/1/24)

At GOTR of Maricopa & Pinal County, teaching essential life skills is the cornerstone of their research-based programs. Trained volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy.

Requirements

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete our Coach Application click here. 
• Consent to and complete a background check.
• Attend and complete Coach Training.
• Provide CPR certification information.
• Commit to the season’s lesson schedule, which is two times per week typically after school in the early afternoon.

Season Details

• The Season starts at the end of January or beginning of February depending on the site.
• Coach Applications are due by October 1.
• In-person Coach Trainings will be offered between January 3 and January 18, 2025.
• The end of season 5K will be April 26, 2025.

For more information click here. 

• Organizer: Girls on the Run Maricopa & Pinal Counties
• Contact Name: Cori Teeter
• Contact Email: cori.teeter@gotrmc.org
• Contact Phone: 602-795-6572

A link to the application click here. 

HandsOn Greater Phoenix (Ongoing)

HandsOn is a nonprofit volunteer management organization that connects volunteers with Community Needs. They are seeking Volunteer Leaders on an ongoing basis.

Various volunteer projects are directed by a Volunteer Leader. VL’s provide leadership to make projects enjoyable and safe. Responsibilities include communicating with volunteers, creating a fun and safe volunteer experience, reporting attendance, etc. For more information click here. 

Questions? Contact Molly McArthur at (623)223-9075 or molly@handsonphoenix.org

Link to application.

City of Phoenix Board and Commission Vacancies

The City of Phoenix has numerous vacancies on many of its boards and commissions, including:

• Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee
• Airport Zoning Commission
• Camelback East Village Planning Committee
• Central City Village Planning Committee
• Civilian Review board
• Design Review Committee
• Ethics Commission
• Judicial Selection Advisory Board
• Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission

How to apply:

Review the descriptions of the boards and commissions. Residents are encouraged to apply for boards and commissions that suit their interests and experiences. All appointments are made on rolling basis and applications will remain on file—so residents may be contacted in the future and asked to serve when vacancies occur.

• Review the A to Z List of Boards and Commissions here. 
• Register and complete a profile here. You will be asked to submit standard contact information and work experience.

Some boards require residency within the city of Phoenix. Members are expected to attend all regularly scheduled and special meetings.
Please contact the appropriate department for meeting schedules and locations.

For specific meeting information, please refer to the Public Meeting Notifications.

For assistance with this site or the application process please contact the Mayor's office: (602) 262-7111.

City of Scottsdale Board and Commission Vacancies (11/1/2024)

The City of Scottsdale has the following vacancies on its boards and commissions:

• Environmental Advisory Commission
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Loss Trust Fund Board
• McDowell Sonoran Preserve Commission
• Neighborhood Advisory Commission
• Paths and Trails Subcommittee
• Veterans Advisory Commission

For more information on these opportunities click here.

Applications are being accepted until Friday, November 1, 2024. For more information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 480.312.2412.

The application can be found here.

Arizona Governor’s Office of Boards and Commissions Vacancies – Citizens Clean Elections Committee

The Governor's Office of Boards and Commissions is accepting applications for the Citizens Clean Elections Commission here. 

The Citizens Clean Elections Act, passed by voters in 1998, is administered by a five member, non-partisan Commission. The Commission is committed to upholding public confidence in the integrity, honesty and impartiality of the electoral system. No more than two members of the Commission shall be of the same political party and no more than two members shall be of the same county

The application can be found here.
Connecting with Classrooms with LawforKids

Volunteer attorneys and judges are needed to present to Arizona classrooms to present about the Constitution and the law. The Arizona Bar Foundation provides volunteers with lessons, activities, and educational gifts for students (gavel pencils, pocket, constitutions, and more). Volunteers have the opportunity to choose which school from a list that they would like to volunteer at.

Please visit here for more information.

To register please click here.

Senior Planning Legal Clinic

Volunteer attorneys will meet with consumers 55+ to review and prepare, Living Wills, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Mental Health Care Power of Attorney for pre-registered consumers. Come volunteer with the State Bar of Arizona's Public Service Center, Volunteer Attorneys, and the Sam Garcia Public Library.

For more information, email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org.

When: September 21, 2024
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323


United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona – Pro Bono Attorney Panel

The Pro Bono Panel provides consultation and representation to pro se parties, either debtor or creditor, in "discrete adversary proceedings and contested matters." The Panel is designed to complement the existing resources available to pro se parties at the Self Help Center at the Bankruptcy Court. The program will be strictly limited to representation in adversary proceedings and contested matters- matters that demand the kind of litigation skills pro se parties lack.

The Pro Bono Panel is entirely voluntary. Panel members will never be required to accept representation in a particular matter, may decline representation because of a conflict of interest or for any other reason, and will have the opportunity to meet the pro se party prior to acceptance of representation.

For more information, visit here or contact: Tami Johnson, Pro Se Law Clerk at 602.682.4010 or email tami_johnson@azb.uscourts.gov.
Gift of Adoption Board Member

Gift of Adoption is a national charity that provides grants of up to $15,000 to complete the adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances from the U.S. and around the world. Priority is placed on helping children for whom reunification is not possible and are facing what is possibly their last or only chance at adoption, including those at-risk of separation from siblings, entering foster care, aging-out of an orphanage, or with critical special needs.

Gift of Adoption chapter board members serve 3-year terms. Each board member is tasked with recruiting one new board member to their chapter team by the completion of each term. This is a non-compensatory, volunteer chapter board role. Our chapter board members are impactful and game changers.

Gift of Adoption Needs YOU if:

 You are passionate about the Gift of Adoption mission.
 You have the time and energy to spend 6 hours a month working with your board colleagues to raise funds in a collaborative team environment.
 You can leverage connections, networks, and resources in achieving your chapter’s goals.
 You have been a part of nonprofit boards or fundraising committees.
 You have experience in event planning, grant writing, or major gifts.
 You will work diligently to meet your personal give/get goal.
 You are willing to bring your unique background, talent, and passion to the table.

Please visit here for more information. Apply here.

Maricopa Workforce Development Board

The Maricopa Workforce Development Board (MCWDB) was established to assist the Board of Supervisors (BOS) as the Chief Local Elected Officials in strategic planning, oversight, and evaluation of the local workforce development area, and promote effective outcomes consistent with statewide goals, objectives, and negotiated local performance. The MCWDB’s main goal is to represent a wide variety of individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout the local area. The MCWDB serves as a strategic convener to promote and broker effective relationships between the County and economic, education, and workforce partners.

For consideration to be appointed to the Maricopa County Workforce Development Board, please submit the Maricopa County Workforce Development Board application here. 

For any other MCWDB related requests, please submit requests to the MCWDB at: MCWDB@maricopa.gov.

Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program

Are you passionate about making a difference in underserved communities and looking for a unique path to becoming a licensed attorney in Arizona? The Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP) might be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Designed to address the shortage of lawyers in rural Arizona and in public law firms, the ALAP offers a first of its kind alternative to the traditional route to practice law in Arizona.

To be certified eligible for an ALAP license, applicants must:

• Graduate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Achieve a score of 260-269 on the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) administered after July 1, 2023.
• Meet all other requirements for admission to practice law in Arizona, including a thorough background check.
• Secure qualifying employment and commit to practice under the supervision of a qualified Arizona attorney in rural Arizona or in a public law practice, for a minimum of two years.

As an ALAP licensee, you will not only gain invaluable hands-on experience, but you will also play a crucial role in enhancing access to justice in areas where it is needed most. If you are eager to build a meaningful career while helping to bridge the gap in legal services, this program is your chance to make a real impact and become part of a solution to Arizona's "legal deserts." For more information as to why the Court created the program, you can read the Court’s news release here. 

View step-by-step instructions here on applying for an ALAP license.


Volunteer Lawyers Program:

The Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) overseen by Community Legal Services (CLS) allows attorneys, law school graduates, and others with law-related skills to provide pro bono representation, brief advocacy, legal advice, or education to clients. CLS is dedicated to providing legal assistance, advice or representation, self-help materials, and legal education so people can know their rights. It focuses on helping survivors of domestic violence; assisting victims of consumer fraud and abuse, protecting tenants from unlawful/unfair practices by landlords, foreclosures, legal problems affecting agricultural workers, wage claims and other employment matters, and federal and state programs affecting peoples’ health and economic stability.

To apply, attorneys should complete the Volunteer Attorney Enrollment Form here; law school graduates and others with law-related skills should complete the Volunteer Application Form at here.

For more information contact info@clsaz.org.

Arizonans for Children Foster Care Mentor:

Arizonans for Children is a nonprofit that works to alleviate the hardships experienced by children in the foster care system. Its mentorship program offers a free tutor/mentor for any child aged 5-18 in the custody of the state placed within Maricopa County. Mentors are placed with a child for at least 1 year and work on a variety of projects with their mentee during their time together, depending on the needs of the child. Whether it is educational, emotional or life skill training, our tutor/mentors spend at least 8 hours per month assisting their child in developing these skills.

For more information about the program, visit here. To submit an application, visit here.

For more information contact Executive Director Nikki Robinson at nikki@arizonansforchildren.org.


Experienced Federal Court Litigators Wanted:

The Federal Court Self-Service Clinic seeks litigators with at least several years of federal court practice experience to volunteer for 2 hours to provide brief phone direction to pro se litigants about civil cases in the District Court in Phoenix. You can choose how often to volunteer. You will receive advance information for conflict checks. Each litigant benefits from 30 minutes of guidance, so you can help up to four people in need. The Clinic is a collaborative effort of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in Phoenix and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Community Legal Services provides primary malpractice coverage.

To enroll or for more information, please contact Pat Gerrich at pgerrich@clsaz.org

State Bar Volunteer Opportunities (August and September):

• August 21st - Phone Bank on Insurance Law
• August 27th - Access to Justice Legal Clinic
• September 18th - Phone Bank on Family Law
• September 21st - Senior Planning Legal Clinic

Virtual and In-Person opportunities available. Email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org for more information.

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate):

A Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer, or CASA, is a unique and extremely important role that serves to help preserve the well-being of children in foster care. New CASA Volunteers are always needed. Being a CASA is very rewarding because volunteers give a voice to children. Informational videos and the application are available at www.voicesforcasachildren.org.

Apply for a Governor’s Office of Boards & Commissions

Information Technology Authorization Committee

The Information Technology Authorization Committee has jurisdiction to approve or reject IT projects with development costs exceeding $1 million for all three branches of government. Membership includes representatives of all three branches, as well as members with private sector experience in IT, and one at-large member who can be appointed from either the private sector or state government service.

Applications are being accepted for the Information Technology Authorization Committee through the standard application.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with initial review conducted July 31, 2024.

Arizona Commission on Judicial Conduct

Created in 1970, the Arizona Commission on Judicial Conduct was established as an independent state agency responsible for investigating complaints against justices and judges on the supreme court, court of appeals, superior court, justice of the peace courts, and municipal courts. The Commission consists of 11 members with diverse backgrounds who serve six-year terms. Three public members, who cannot be attorneys or active or retired judges, are nominated by the Governor and confirmed by the State Senate.

Applications are being accepted for the Arizona Commission on Judicial Conduct through the standard application here. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with initial review conducted July 31, 2024.

Citizens Clean Elections Commission

The Citizens Clean Elections Act, passed by voters in 1998, is administered by a five member, non-partisan Commission. The Commission is committed to upholding public confidence in the integrity, honesty and impartiality of the electoral system. No more than two members of the Commission shall be of the same political party and no more than two members shall be of the same county.

Applications are now being accepted for the Citizens Clean Elections Commission through the standard application. 

Judicial Nominating Commissions

We are accepting applications for the following commissions: Coconino Judicial Nominating Commission; Commission on Appellate Court Appointments; Pima Judicial Nominating Commission; Pinal Judicial Nominating Commission. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

Non-attorney applicants may apply using the main application here and must be residents of the county of the Trial Court Appointments Commission to which they are applying, residents of Arizona for at least 5 years, and cannot hold elected or appointed office for profit. Interested attorneys must apply through the State Bar's website.

For more information, please click here.
City of Peoria Judicial and Public Defender Advisory Board (3)

The Board is responsible for conducting investigations into the background and qualifications of candidates for the office of Presiding Municipal Judge and Associate Municipal Judge, reviewing proposals for selection of Public Defender and alternative defender services, recommends appropriate terms and conditions to be added to such contracts, conducts reviews for all city public defenders, and recommends the awards of public defender and alternative defender services contracts to the City Council.

3 Positions Available:

• (1) City of Peoria Resident
• (1) The President of the Western Maricopa County Bar Association or a member of that association recommended by the President;
• (1) Active member of the State Bar of Arizona

City of Peoria Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Board (1)

The Board develops advisory recommendations for recreational facilities and services, renders advisory opinions on grant applications, licenses and permits for recreational facilities. The Board also renders advisory opinions on matters relating to operating hours, amounts to be charged for overdue books, library programs, and promotion of library services.

1 position available: City of Peoria Resident with an express interest in the City’s parks, trails and recreation services and facilities

Click here for more information: 

Click here to apply.

State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization (2 Public Members, 1 Law School Representative) - Application Deadline Extended to August 21, 2024

Purpose: The Board of Legal Specialization (BLS), under the supervision of the Arizona Supreme Court, administers the program for the certification of legal specialists in 10 practice areas: administrative, bankruptcy, construction defect, criminal law, estate and trust, family law, personal injury and wrongful death, real estate, tax, and workers’ compensation. Identifying attorneys who have a high degree of experience in certain fields of law improves the quality of legal services and provides useful information for those seeking legal services.

The 13-member BLS consists of eight practicing attorneys who are Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona. The Board’s composition is four certified legal specialists and four lawyers who are not specialists, one representative from an ABA-accredited law school in Arizona, and four members of the public.

Openings: Nine; two certified legal specialists, two active attorneys who are not certified legal specialists, four non-attorney public members, and a representative from an ABA-accredited Arizona law school. Per policy, judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible. The Board of Governors will submit nominations to the Arizona Supreme Court for its ultimate appointment.

Candidate Criteria/Qualifications: BLS members must –
• Possess the time, skill and patience to examine applications and peer review information submitted by attorneys seeking specialization certification or recertification.
• Understand the importance of applying the Supreme Court Rules pertaining to the process consistently and fairly.
• Attend approximately 12 meetings per year that normally convene at 4:00 p.m.

Term: Four years.

Deadline: Applications are due by COB August 21, 2024. Questions? Contact Mabel.Ramirez@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7326.

For more information, please click here.

City of Scottsdale has various volunteer opportunities available!

Check out the following opportunities or visit here for a complete list.

Volunteer with the Mediation Program

Mediators assist with simple neighbor-to-neighbor issues by allowing two parties to come together in a safe environment and helping them to come to an agreed-upon resolution. The mediators do not make any decisions but are a facilitator of dialogue.

For more information, contact Deanna Zuppan at 480-312-0217

Volunteer with Back to School Program

Each year the Back to School Program helps Scottsdale school kids return to school with pride! The Back to School Program provides backpacks, school supplies, clothing, underwear, socks and shoes for up to 1,000 school children. You can help children return to school with pride by volunteering and helping organize school supplies and clothing before the event, or distributing items to school children the day of the event.

For more information, contact Julia Bautista at 480-312-0063 or visit here.

Volunteer with the Boards & Commissions

The City Council nominates candidates for vacant positions from the Scottsdale residents that apply to serve on the City's Board and Commissions. The Council relies on these citizen-based Boards and Commissions to research issues, listen to community input and recommend to the City Council policy direction on a variety of important city issues. Scottsdale residents can find information about the vacancies and functions of these boards and commissions on the city's website.

For more information, contact Rommel Cordova at 480-312-2412 or visit here.

Arizona Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness - Application Deadline Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Purpose: Responsible for the investigation and recommendation of applicants for admission to the practice of law in Arizona; reviews approximately 500 applications per year; conduct attend inquiries and hearings concerning applicant qualifications.
Openings: Four lawyer positions and three public member positions.

Candidate Criteria/Qualifications:
• Active members in good standing.
• Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible.
• Between file review, inquiries, hearings, and business meetings, members devote an average of 25 hours per month to their Committee responsibilities.

Term: Initial appointment of four years, with the possibility of reappointment.
Deadline: Applications are due by COB Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Questions? Contact Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201.

https://www.azbar.org/media/kolpwldm/volunteer-application_may-2021.pdf
https://www.azbar.org/media/crqfkvjm/non-lawyer-application_march2020.pdf

For more information, click here. 

Arizona Supreme Court Committee on Examinations - Application Deadline Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Purpose: Oversee the Uniform Bar Examination, grading and administration of all test components; review accommodation requests; proctor the February and July exams; responsible for the performance of the graders (2 graders, approximately 500 essay answers per exam); adhere to the grading standards of the National Conference of Bar Examiners.

Openings: Four lawyer positions.

Candidate Criteria/Qualifications:
• Active members in good standing.
• Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible.
• Applicants should familiarize themselves with Supreme Court Rules 33 and 35 which establish the duties of the Committee.
• Committee applicants who currently serve or have served within the past two years as law school faculty (including adjunct) at one of Arizona's accredited law schools or as tutors or faculty for bar review courses will not be considered if such service could give rise to significant conflicts of interest regarding their duty to the Supreme Court to review or grade the examinations of their current or former students.

Terms: Initial term of four years, with the possibility of reappointment.
Deadline: Applications are due by COB Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Questions? Contact Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201.

https://www.azbar.org/media/kolpwldm/volunteer-application_may-2021.pdf
https://www.azbar.org/media/crqfkvjm/non-lawyer-application_march2020.pdf

For more information, click here.

City of Mesa Human Relations Advisory Board

This Board advises the City Council about racial, religious, ethnic, cultural, disability or other human relations issues affecting the City of Mesa and delivery of City services to Mesa residents, businesses, and visitors. The Board serves as a public forum for citizen input on human relations issues. Members are appointed for staggered terms of three years and represent the City's diverse population. Call 480-644-3002 for information. Or submit applications here.

City of Mesa Museum and Cultural Advisory Board

Advise City Council on policies relating to arts and cultural facilities and services; advise City Council on policies relating to Public Art; make recommendations to City Council on fees and charges; attend programs and events of the Arts and Cultural Division and of the greater arts and cultural community; advocate as individuals, as appropriate, on behalf of arts and culture.
Find out more information here.

Or submit applications here.

City of Mesa Housing & Community Development Advisory Board

The purpose and duties of the Housing and Community Development Advisory Board are to advise the Mesa City Council on housing, community development, social services priorities, funding, and planning across the community.
Find out more information here.

Or submit applications here. 


Greater Phoenix Chamber’s ATHENA Awards (Nomination Forms due June 21, 2024)

The ATHENA Award, an internationally prized honor, recognizes women who demonstrate excellence in professional leadership, community service, and mentorship of future leaders. Each year, the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s ATHENA Awards highlight women at the top of their field, who demonstrate inspiring leadership within their industry, mentor women throughout their career, and dedicate themselves to the community. Over the past 37 years, 68 accomplished and compassionate Valley businesswomen have earned the title of ATHENA.

Nominations forms are due Friday, June 21, 2024 by 5 p.m.! No extensions granted. To nominate, click here or contact athena@phoenixchamber.com.

Jeanne P. Gray Diversity Scholarship (Applications due June 30, 2024)

Applications for the 2024 Jeanne P. Gray Diversity Scholarship are now Open! The American Bar Association established the Jeanne P. Gray Diversity Scholarship Program in the memory of long-time Director of the ABA Center for Professional Responsibility, Jeanne Gray, and her dedication to diversity. The goals of the scholarship program are to recognize one member of a diversity bar association and to encourage participation of diverse members of the bar as Center members, speakers and authors in Center activities through its Committees; explore ways the Center might work more closely together with the diversity bar; and provide access to educational programming as well as resources of the Center. Please see the Overview here for more details and how to apply. Applications due June 30, 2024. Application form with instructions available at http://ambar.org/CPRDiversity. Send questions and completed application forms to natalia.vera@americanbar.org.

Phoenix Business Journal’s Small Business Awards (Nominations due June 21, 2024)

The Phoenix Business Journal is accepting nominations for its 2024 Small Business Awards! These awards recognize excellence among entrepreneurs and small businesses in Phoenix. Honorees will be selected based on a number of factors, including financial performance, historical achievements, contributions to industry, contributions to the local economy and potential to shape Phoenix’s business community.

For more information please click here or contact Alex (McAlister) Rounds, at amcalister@bizjournals.com. Nominations due Friday, June 21st.


Call for Content: Sandra Day O’Connor’s Roots and Legacy 9/1

Arizona Attorney Magazine seeks contributions on Sandra Day O’Connor’s life, career and legacy. They welcome stories and ideas from those who knew her and have insights or anecdotes from her time growing up in rural Arizona, in the Legislature, on Arizona courts, and later on the U.S. Supreme Court and beyond. But they also welcome reflections by lawyers and judges – young and old – who may not have known Justice O’Connor but feel strongly about her impact in law, the profession and the larger society.

They aim to publish submissions in fall 2024, so ideas and drafts should reach them by September 1. Contact the editor with either at: tim.eigo@staff.azbar.org.

Let Joe Know – Live Phone Bank, Volunteers Needed on 6/26

State Bar of Arizona is looking for volunteer attorneys to answer phone calls from ABC15 Let Joe Know viewers at ABC15's Phoenix studio. The public will call in with questions, and volunteer attorneys will answer. Joe Ducey hosts and does live cut-ins throughout the two hours, and volunteers can be interviewed. Dinner and an in-studio tour will be provided. This is a fun volunteer opportunity and a great way to earn positive PR. The attorneys will be tagged on social media and thanked on the website and in newsletters. See the below date and topic. Interested attorneys, please email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org for more information!

June 26, 2024- Consumer Law

Email Public Service Center Manager Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org (602.340.7293) to sign up.

Senior Planning Legal Clinic on 9/21

Volunteer attorneys will meet with consumers 55+ to review and prepare, Living Wills, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Mental Health Care Power of Attorney for pre-registered consumers. See the below date, time, and location.

When: September 21, 2024
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Where: Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323
For more information, email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org.


Congratulations to AWLA - Maricopa Chapter LAC members, Julie Birk and Laila Ikram, who recently completed the State Bar of Arizona Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) program. If you are ready to elevate your legal career, develop essential skills, grow your network, and gain valuable experience, the BLI application deadline has been extended to June 17, 2024. To apply, click here.


Let Joe Know – Live Phone Bank, Volunteers Needed on 6/26

State Bar of Arizona is looking for volunteer attorneys to answer phone calls from ABC15 Let Joe Know viewers at ABC15's Phoenix studio. The public will call in with questions, and volunteer attorneys will answer. Joe Ducey hosts and does live cut-ins throughout the two hours, and volunteers can be interviewed. Dinner and an in-studio tour will be provided. This is a fun volunteer opportunity and a great way to earn positive PR. The attorneys will be tagged on social media and thanked on the website and in newsletters. See the below date and topic. Interested attorneys, please email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org for more information!

June 26, 2024- Consumer Law

Email Public Service Center Manager Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org (602.340.7293) to sign up.

Senior Planning Legal Clinic on 9/21

Volunteer attorneys will meet with consumers 55+ to review and prepare, Living Wills, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Mental Health Care Power of Attorney for pre-registered consumers. See the below date, time, and location.

When: September 21, 2024
Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Where: Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323
For more information, email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org.
City of Scottsdale

The City of Scottsdale is currently accepting applications from Scottsdale residents to fill several vacancies on multiple boards and commissions. Applications are submitted online here. You can also contact the City Clerk’s Office at 480-312-2412.

All application deadlines vary between June 14 or August 2, 2024, depending on the position. Openings include, but are not limited to:

• Development Review Board (1 opening) – due June 14
These applications are due August 2, 2024:
• Building Advisory Board of Appeals (2 openings)
• Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (1)
• Historic Preservation Commission (1)
• Human Relations Commission (1)
• Human Services Advisory Commission (3)
• Loss Trust Fund Board (1)
• Tourism Development Commission (1)
• Transportation Commission (2)

State Bar of Arizona 2024-2025 Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) now accepting applications (5/31)

The Bar Leadership Institute is a selective program designed to train the next generation of Bar members and community leaders. Participants are provided with networking opportunities, training and education, community awareness and other skills necessary to benefit the diverse communities in which they work, live and serve. To apply click here.

If you have questions about the program, contact Noah.Coakley@staff.azbar.org.


State Bar Appointments Committee extended its application deadline for Several Openings (5/20)

The State Bar Appointments Committee is currently accepting applications from Active Members to fill upcoming vacancies. Application forms are due at the State Bar office. If you have questions, contact Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org or call 602.340.7201. All application deadlines have been extended to Monday, May 20.

Openings include, but are not limited to:

• American Bar Association House of Delegates
• Arizona Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness
• Arizona Supreme Court Committee on Examinations
• City of Peoria Judicial and Public Defender Advisory Board
• City of Phoenix Judicial Selection Advisory Board
• City of Tempe Judicial Advisory Board
• Client Protection Fund Board of Trustees
• State Bar of Arizona Board of Governors – Non-Lawyer Member
• State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization – Lawyer (Specialists and Non-Specialists) and Non-Lawyer Members

The application form can be found here. 


Arizona Attorney Magazine Call for Content: Sandra Day O’Connor’s Roots and Legacy (9/1)

Arizona Attorney Magazine seeks contributions on Sandra Day O’Connor’s life, career and legacy. We welcome stories and ideas from those who knew her and have insights or anecdotes from her time growing up in rural Arizona, in the Legislature, on Arizona courts, and later on the U.S. Supreme Court and beyond. But we also welcome reflections by lawyers and judges – young and old – who may not have known Justice O’Connor but feel strongly about her impact in law, the profession and the larger society.

We aim to publish submissions in fall 2024, so ideas and drafts should reach us by September 1. Contact the editor with either at tim.eigo@staff.azbar.org.



Mindfulness First seeking Applications for Board of Directors

Mindfulness first is adding to its Non-Profit Board of Directors. Mindfulness First https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindfulness-first/  provides Arizona's students and teachers with the skills to cultivate empathy, compassion and resilience -- important skills to navigate the challenges of today and tomorrow.

If you are interested, please reach out to Alisa J. Gray for more information at ajg@tblaw.com.

Maricopa County Bar Association seeks articles for Maricopa Lawyer

The MCBA encourages professionals from various legal backgrounds, including those who have been historically underrepresented in the legal field, to share their insights and experiences. Whether you are a seasoned expert or a new voice in the field, your contribution is valuable.

MCBA welcomes articles that provide thoughtful analysis, practical advice, or innovative perspectives. The MCBA is interested in articles for the Maricopa Lawyer all year, but some months are themed issues: June (Real Estate) and August (Criminal Law). Submissions are due on the 10th of the month prior to publication.

Please reach out to MCBA Executive Director, Laurie Williams at lwilliams@maricopabar.org.

State Bar of Arizona 2024-2025 Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) now accepting applications (5/31)

The Bar Leadership Institute is a selective program designed to train the next generation of Bar members and community leaders. Participants are provided with networking opportunities, training and education, community awareness and other skills necessary to benefit the diverse communities in which they work, live and serve. To apply click here.

If you have questions about the program, contact Noah.Coakley@staff.azbar.org.



Community Engagement Task Force

The Town of Gilbert is seeking teen and adult applicants for the Community Engagement Task Force to focus on the subject of Teen Violence. The Task Force will examine existing resources (including recent school survey results, Town of Gilbert programs, partnerships with schools and non-profits, current webpages, etc.), identify gaps, and prepare recommendations for the Council in the areas of Resources, Education, and Promotion. Visit www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/clerk-s-office/board-openings for more information.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about the subject of teen and young adult violence in the community and centered on recommendations and improvements through exercises and dialogue. All participation should be solution-focused and done with respect, honesty, and transparency. All members must be Gilbert residents. The Task Force will likely meet once per month, June – December 2024.

Apply online for the Teen Violence Task Force by clicking here.


Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 6, 2024.

Join Scottsdale Leadership 2024-2025 Class 39

Scottsdale Leadership is a premier Leadership Program consisting of a nine-month interactive and immersive class program. Classes are held on Fridays between September and May at various community and corporate locations throughout Scottsdale. Up to 50 established or emerging leaders will be selected to participate. Visit www.scottsdaleleadership.org/apply for more information.

Applicants must complete an application form here. Two References must complete a reference form.

Scottsdale Leadership offers small scholarships ($250-$1,000) based on financial need.

All items must be received by May 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

Questions? Contact info@scottsdaleleadership.org

ABA DLA and YLLP Pipeline Program Applications

Are you a young or diverse lawyer looking to get more involved in the Litigation Section? If so, you should strongly consider applying for one of the Section’s leadership pipeline programs.

The application process for the Diverse Leaders Academy (DLA) and Young Lawyer Leadership Program (YLLP) is now open. These two-year programs provide opportunities for young and diverse lawyers to become actively involved in the Section's meetings, committees, and activities. Program participants will become members of a Section Committee or task force, engage in substantive work, and be paired with a mentor from the Section’s experienced leaders.
The Diverse Leadership Academy (more info here) provides opportunities for lawyers in underrepresented groups such as racially/ethnically diverse lawyers, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender lawyers, to participate in leadership roles within the Litigation Section. The program seeks to attract, retain, and develop talented and diverse Section leaders and further demonstrate the Section’s commitment to ensuring equal opportunity in the profession. The program also creates an important pipeline of future leaders of the Section. Visit here for more information.

The ABA Young Leadership Program

Click here to learn more. The ABA YLLP provides opportunities for young lawyers (in their first 5 years of practice) to become actively involved in the Section's meetings, Committees, and activities. YLLP representatives will become members of a Section committee or task force, engage in substantive work, and be paired with a mentor from the Section’s experienced leaders. Visit here for more information.

The deadline to apply is Friday, May 31, 2024.

Questions? Contact erin.stanton@americanbar.org

Arizona Juvenile Justice Commission:

The Arizona Juvenile Justice Commission provides leadership to state and local communities to develop and maintain a coordinated, best practice approach to juvenile justice prevention, intervention and public safety. The Commission advises the governor and the Arizona State Legislature on matters related to the improvement of the juvenile justice system, and its services to youth and families, Develops policies to improve the quality of juvenile justice and conditions for children in care and advocates for youth involvement in both the planning and implementation of projects and encourage parental involvement in delinquency prevention and intervention programs. There are 6 current vacancies. You can find more information on the Commission here.

Interagency Coordinating Council for Infants and Toddlers:

The Interagency Coordinating Council for Infants and Toddlers (Council) consists of members from the following Arizona state agencies: Department of Economic Security, Department of Education, Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind, Department of Health Services, and the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System Administration. The Council develops and implements a statewide comprehensive, coordinated, multidisciplinary and interagency service delivery system for eligible infants and toddlers and their families. Each state must plan for the establishment of a delivery system with adequate and equitable services; competent, trained personnel; coordination of financial resources; and development of programs and services which are responsive to the needs of families. There are 17 current vacancies. Some vacancies are for child care representatives, but there are also currently 3 openings for parents. You can find more information on the Council here.

Arizona Early Childhood Development and Health Board:

The Arizona Early Childhood Development and Health Board consists of nine appointed members and, as non-voting ex officio members, the superintendent of public instruction, the director of the department of health services and the director of the department of economic security. The non-voting ex officio members may designate a member of their departmental staff responsible for early childhood development and health issues to participate as their representative. For more information on the First Things First governance board, visit https://www.firstthingsfirst.org/governance/board/. There is 1 current vacancy, which you can apply for at the link above. However, you can also serve on their regional councils. More information on those councils can be found here.

Weekly Inspiration:

“It makes no difference to me where I go. I am ready to go anywhere I am needed.”

-Margaret “Molly” Brown, who helped create the juvenile justice system in Colorado-
Please contact Allison Sluga at alliesluga@gmail.com for additional information on the following opportunities.

Arizona Legal Women and Youth Services Pro Bono Program:

The Arizona Legal Women and Youth Services (ALWAYS) Pro Bono Program provides no-cost legal services to support the safety, stability, and self-sufficiency of young people and trafficking survivors impacted by homelessness, human trafficking, abuse, and the foster care system. Volunteer attorneys help fill a critical gap by providing pro bono representation to Arizonans who otherwise would be left without full access to justice. Volunteer attorneys will be placed on a pro bono database. Cases will be referred to volunteer attorneys as needed.

Attorneys interested in volunteering can email info@alwaysaz.org with a brief description of skills, experience, interests, and capacity. Please visit here for more information.

Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board:

The Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board is a politically balanced volunteer body consisting of seven citizens appointed by the Arizona Governor to three-year terms. The Board is authorized to make periodic surveys of the existence and effect of discrimination in the enjoyment of civil rights by any person within the state of Arizona, to foster the elimination of discrimination through community effort, and to issue publications of the results of studies, investigations and research as in its judgment will tend to promote goodwill and the elimination of discrimination. The Board is part of and receives staff support from the Civil Rights Division of the Arizona Department of Law. The Board has one current vacancy.

To apply for the current vacancy, fill out the application here and select the Arizona Civil Rights Advisory Board as the board of interest.

Arizona-Mexico Commission Financial & Legal Services Committee:

Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) committees work on a wide range of issues to shape policy and exchange ideas with the shared goal of improving the quality of life in our region through cross-border collaboration. The Financial & Legal Services Committee promotes efficiencies and collaboration among the cross-border legal and financial industries, working to find solutions for businesses working in both states and countries.

For more information, visit here. To apply, fill out an application here, and select the Arizona-Mexico Commission as the board of interest.

Experienced Federal Court Litigators Wanted:

The Federal Court Self-Service Clinic seeks litigators with at least several years of federal court practice experience to volunteer for 2 hours to provide brief phone direction to pro se litigants about civil cases in the District Court in Phoenix. You can choose how often to volunteer. You will receive advance information for conflict checks. Each litigant benefits from 30 minutes of guidance, so you can help up to four people in need. The Clinic is a collaborative effort of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in Phoenix and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Community Legal Services provides primary malpractice coverage.

To enroll or for more information, please contact Pat Gerrich at pgerrich@clsaz.org.

State Bar Volunteer Opportunities (4/24, 4/30):

April Volunteer Opportunities:

• ABC15 Live Phone Bank - Landlord/Tenant volunteer attorneys needed for April’s phone bank. Join the State Bar of Arizona and ABC15 on April 24th, from 5-7p.m., to answer calls from consumers with legal questions.

• Law Day Legal Clinic – Join us on April 27th as we host our annual legal clinic that connects Family, Employment, Landlord/Tenant, Bankruptcy and Collections, Estate Planning, Immigration, and Social Security, Criminal and VA Benefit volunteer attorneys with consumers from across the state on Zoom.

Email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org to sign up for any of the opportunities!

Phoenix Magazine Top Lawyers Nomination Form (4/30):

Support your colleagues by participating in PHOENIX magazine's Top Lawyers vote. Now in its third year, Top Lawyers honors the most capable and respected legal professionals in the Valley. Your vote will help us create a credible, peer-generated list that will be valuable to our readers and give high-performing firms the exposure they deserve. Lawyers active in Greater Phoenix are eligible to vote. Deadline for all submissions is April 30, 2024.

Got Questions? mjohnson@citieswestpub.com or click here.

Call for Nominations: ABA 2024 Mark T. Banner Award (10/02)

This award is for an individual or group that has made an impact on intellectual property law and/or practice. Candidates will have expressed a clear passion and enthusiasm for, and advanced the practice, profession and/or substance of IP law through extraordinary contributions to, among other things, teaching, scholarship, innovation, legislation, advocacy, bar or other association activities, or the judiciary. The award is open to the widest range of individuals and there is no requirement to be a lawyer or ABA member. Self-nominations are welcome. The deadline for submissions is October 2, 2023. For questions, contact Amy Mandel at amy.mandel@americanbar.org.

To make nomination visit: click here
More information: click here

The Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission

The City of Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission is an advisory body to the Mayor and City Council, City Manager, and the Office of Arts and Culture. It is made up of a diverse group of citizen volunteers with a particular area of focus on policymaking and financial recommendations for public art and grant investments for the City. The Commission is a critical voice in promoting the importance and value of arts and culture experiences for all Phoenix residents. It advocates for continued public funding for the arts and culture sector, arts education, cultural equity, and other initiatives that further the growth and sustainability of the creative sector in Phoenix and the greater metropolitan area. For questions, contact Patty Dunlap at (602) 495-0185.

More information: click here
How to apply: click here

Tempe Commission on Disability Concerns

The Commission on Disability Concerns advises and makes recommendations to the City Council; assists City departments and the City Manager in the establishment of essential policies, rules, and regulations relating to compliance with Federal and State disabilities legislation or regulations and on other disabilities concerns and issues as needed; prepares and submits an annual report to the City Manager and City Council; and, takes further actions as may be deemed necessary and appropriate to further the goals of the Commission.

More information: click here
How to Apply: click here
Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission

The City of Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission is an advisory body to the Mayor and City Council, City Manager, and the Office of Arts and Culture. The Commission focuses on policymaking and financial recommendations for public art and grant investments for the City. More information can be found here.

This Commission currently has thirteen (13) vacancies. Contact Patty Dunlap at 602-495-0185 for more information.

Phoenix Women's Commission

The Phoenix Women's Commission provides a formal forum for citizen review of the City's diversity efforts, salary equity, and to serve as an advisory board to the Council. It shall be composed of volunteer citizens who shall be City of Phoenix’s residents or employees. Members shall be appointed by the Mayor subject to the City Council’s approval. More information can be found here.

There are five (5) current vacancies. Contact Shanna Archie at (602)534-1279 for more information.

Arizona State Bar Association: volunteer for upcoming events with the Modest Means Project. The modest Means Project does not require attorneys to provide free legal service.

July 17th - In person Landlord/Tenant legal clinic in Glendale
July 19th - In person Bankruptcy and Collections Live Phone Bank with ABC15’s Let Joe Know
August 23 - Family Law Legal Clinic Zoom. Volunteer attorneys will provide free 30-minute consultations.

For more information and to register please reach out to findalawyer@staff.azbar.org or 602-340-7293.

Modest Means Project. The Modest Means Project is a partnership program of the Foundation and the State Bar of Arizona.

Attorneys accepted into this program will provide low-cost legal assistance to people who do not qualify for free legal services but cannot afford to pay standard attorney rates. The initial meeting is $75 and the attorney will provide brief advice. The attorneys are free to offer full-blown representation beyond the scope of the one-hour meeting but must maintain the fee of $75/hour. Lawyers with expertise in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Adult Guardianship
• Bankruptcy
• Consumer Law
• Consumer Law Appeals
• Criminal Misdemeanors
• Employment Law
• Family Law
• Family Law Appeals
• Guardianship
• Housing: Foreclosure
• Housing: Landlord/Tenant
• Immigration
• Juvenile Guardianship
• Mediation
• Wills & Trusts

For more information and how to apply, please visit here.

Experienced Federal Court Litigators Wanted:

The Federal Court Self-Service Clinic seeks litigators with at least several years of federal court practice experience to volunteer for 2 hours to provide brief phone direction to pro se litigants about civil cases in the District Court in Phoenix. You can choose how often to volunteer. You will receive advance information for conflict checks. Each litigant benefits from 30 minutes of guidance, so you can help up to four people in need. The Clinic is a collaborative effort of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in Phoenix and the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Community Legal Services provides primary malpractice coverage.

To enroll or for more information, please contact Pat Gerrich at pgerrich@clsaz.org

City of Avondale Judicial Advisory Board - Application Deadline EXTENDED to June 23, 2023:

Purpose: The City of Avondale Judicial Advisory Board evaluates and recommends to the Avondale City Council the best qualified persons to become full-time city judges, to evaluate the performance of incumbent full-time city judges and to advise the City Council about retaining them.

Candidate Criteria/Qualifications: Applicants must be Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona and reside in Maricopa County. Per policy, applicants must be “active members” in good standing. Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible. Board members serve without salary or compensation. One opening.

Term: Upon appointment serve to June 30, 2024, with an automatic renewal through June 30, 2028.

Applications are due by June 23, 2023. Questions? Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201.

Northwest Valley Connect:

Volunteers with Northwest Valley Connect are dedicated ambassadors to the communities served. Volunteer positions include community ambassadors, call center volunteers and office assistants. Volunteer drivers are also needed. Rides are provided to those over 65, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Northwest Valley Connect invites you to join and share your skills and talents. Call or check out the website (https://northwestvalleyconnect.org/) for exciting volunteer opportunities.

Interested in one or more of these positions? Call (623) 282-9300

City of Phoenix Boards and Commissions – Open Applications for Vacancies

Residents are encouraged to apply for boards and commissions that suit their interests and experiences. All appointments are made on rolling basis and applications will remain on file—so residents may be contacted in the future and asked to serve when vacancies occur. Most board positions are limited to Phoenix residents. The City of Phoenix boards and commissions has current vacancies in several Boards and Commissions, including the Phoenix Women’s Commission, Environmental Quality and Sustainability Commission, Heritage Commission, Military Veterans Commission, and Library Advisory Board.

For assistance with the application process please contact the Mayor's office: (602) 262-7111. To apply or to view more information visit: here. 

ABA House of Delegates -Application Deadline EXTENDED to June 23, 2023

Delegates represent the State Bar of Arizona at the Annual and Midyear Meetings of the American Bar Association House of Delegates. The State Bar reimburses only that portion of Delegate expenses relating to that portion of the House’s agenda which addresses the regulation of the profession and improving the quality of legal services. Applicants must be Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona. Per policy, applicants must be “active members” in good standing. Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible. The successful candidates must also be members of, and in good standing with, the ABA throughout their tenure as Delegates. Each Delegate is responsible for their ABA membership fee. The Delegates regularly appear before the Board of Governors to report on House of Delegates’ activities.

Two (2) appointments will be made by the Board of Governors. One of the Delegates appointed must be a young lawyer, 35 years of age or younger, at the beginning of his or her term. Delegates have a term of two years commencing September 2023.

Application: click here

For more information, contact Carrie Sherman: Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; or 602.340.7201.

It’s Not Too Late To Apply: There’s also an extension to apply for the City of Avondale Judicial Advisory Board (must reside in Maricopa County). Applications due June 23.

Click here to learn more.

These positions are limited to Glendale residents. The City of Glendale boards and commissions has current vacancies in several Boards and Commissions, including the Community Development Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission and Risk Management and Workers' Compensation Trust Fund Board. Terms are typically for 2 years. Applications are always accepted and kept on file for two years. Appointments are also made throughout the year as vacancies occur.
The application is available here.

More information is available here.

City of Avondale Judicial Advisory Board - Application Deadline EXTENDED to June 23, 2023

The City of Avondale Judicial Advisory Board evaluates and recommends to the Avondale City Council the best qualified persons to become full-time city judges, to evaluate the performance of incumbent full-time city judges and to advise the City Council about retaining them.

Candidate Criteria/Qualifications: Applicants must be active members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona and reside in Maricopa County. Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible. Board members serve without salary or compensation.

Openings: One. The Board of Governors is asked to forward nominations to the Avondale City Council which makes the appointment.

Term: Upon appointment serve to June 30, 2024, with an automatic renewal through June 30, 2028.

Applications are due by June 23, 2023. The application and more information can be found here:

Committee Application (click here)

Applications are due by June 23, 2023.
Questions? Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201.

The City of Phoenix Sister Cities Commission

Phoenix Sister Cities fosters relationships between the people of Phoenix and our Sister Cities around the world to promote friendship, peace and prosperity.

The Commission’s duties are 1) To promote public knowledge of and active participation in the Sister City Program of the City of Phoenix. 2) To promote an awareness of the cultures of our Sister Cities and the value of cultural diversity to our City. 3) To encourage contacts between schools, business professional societies, clubs, and new media in our City with similar institutions in our Sister Cities. 4) To encourage local celebration of the national or regional festivals of our Sister Cities. 5) To stimulate trade and commerce between Phoenix and our Sister Cities. 6) To advise the City Council in all matters relating to the Sister City programs of the City of Phoenix.

Commission members are appointed by the Mayor and City Council to serve for three-year terms.
There are currently 6 vacancies out of 25 positions.

Contact Name and email: Rita Marko, rita.marko@phoenix.gov
Contact Number: (602)534-2200
Create an Account and Apply here.
Website: click here
MCBA YLD

CALLING ALL YOUNG LAWYERS: THE YLD WANTS YOU!!
The MCBA YLD is looking to fill an open position on its
Board of Directors.
What We Do:
Plan and carry out service events and social events including:
Barristers’ Ball
Mock interviews
Volunteer work
CLEs
Networking events

What We Do For You:
Networking opportunities with young lawyers
Networking opportunities with members of the MCBA
Foster relationships with colleagues in the legal community
Provide volunteer opportunities
Provide opportunities to chair committees on YLD and other MCBA boards
Provide opportunities to plan and carry out service events
Provide opportunities to plan and carry out social events

What We Need From You:
Commitment to attend monthly meetings
Participate in one of our committees
Support the YLD and MCBA events throughout your term
Are You Eligible?
36 years of age or younger
or
Practicing 5 years or less

***This term is from June 2023 through December 2024. You must remain eligible for the entire term***

Interested In Applying?

Please send a letter of interest including age and date of licensure, a paragraph-long biography, and your resume to Laurie Williams at lwilliams@maricopabar.org.
 
The application deadline is noon on Monday, June 5, 2023

WE THE ACTION

WTA is a community of thousands of volunteer lawyers and hundreds of nonprofits collaborating to advance social justice nationwide. Through We The Action, lawyers volunteer with leading nonprofits to use their time and talent for good, one project at a time.

We The Action was founded on the fundamental premise that lawyers have the power to do good. None of us can change the world alone. But if each of us gives an hour here or there, we can do some pretty extraordinary things together.

For more information and how to join click here.

READ WITH A CHILD-CHANGE A LIFE!

Sponsored By: City of Tempe Volunteer Office
Ongoing
3500 South Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona, United States, 85282

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers commit to approximately five hours per week September to May. Each tutor is assigned to four students and meets individually with them for 30 minutes twice weekly during school hours. Volunteers must undergo background checks, including fingerprinting, and 15 hours of pre-service training

For more information, see here.

Take a look and consider applying for an Arizona Board and Commission Vacancy. See here for a list of vacancies as of March 2023.

Check for highlighted vacancies by clicking here.

For more information, contact Director Christine Dyster, Boards and Commissions (602) 542-2449 or bc@az.gov.

Reminder! Applications for the State Bar of Arizona- Bar Leadership Institute Class of 2023 -2024 are due by 6/2/23.

The Bar Leadership Institute is a selective program designed to train the next generation of Bar members and community leaders. Participants are provided with networking opportunities, training and education, community awareness and other skills necessary to benefit the diverse communities in which they work, live and serve.

To apply, visit here.

Applications are due June 2, 2023.


Valley Leadership Catalyze 3 (Apply by 5/21/2023)

Interested in connecting with Arizonans that want to make a difference in our community? Catalyze is for any Arizonan who is ready to lead and be guided by Valley Leadership’s Principles of Doing. While all program sessions will be virtual, optional small group, in-person and virtual social activities and experiences will be offered. The program is from September 2023 to February 2024.

Have questions? Contact Daisy Talavera, Director of Strategic Learning & Catalyze Instructor here or here.

Nominate an American Inn of Court member in practice ten or fewer years for excellence in public interest or pro bono activities (Deadline 6/1/23)

Are you an Inn of Court member? Nominate a Deserving Young Lawyer for the 2023 American Inns of Court Sandra Day O’Connor Award for Professional Service

The American Inns of Court has established the Sandra Day O'Connor Award for Professional Service honoring an American Inn of Court member in practice ten or fewer years for excellence in public interest or pro bono activities. The purpose of the Award is to honor an Inn member each year for exemplary service and to honor Justice O'Connor for being the paragon of professional service throughout her distinguished career while exemplifying legal excellence, civility, ethics and professionalism.

O'Connor Award Recognition

This award is presented in October to the recipient at the American Inns of Court annual Celebration of Excellence at the Supreme Court of the United States.

For more information contact Cindy Dennis by e-mail cdennis@innsofcourt.org or by phone at (571) 319-4703. Recipient will be selected by July 31. For more information, please click here.

Bar Leadership Institute – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Applications opened May 1, 2023 for the 2023-24 BLI class. Deadline is May 26, 2023. The Bar Leadership Institute is a selective program designed to train the next generation of Bar members and community leaders. Participants are provided with networking opportunities, training and education, community awareness and other skills necessary to benefit the diverse communities in which they work, live and serve.

More information and application form will be available here, or you can contact Elena Nethers at elena.nethers@staff.azbar.org.

ABA House of Delegates – (2 openings)

Delegates represent the State Bar of Arizona at the Annual and Midyear Meetings of the American Bar Association House of Delegates. Applicants must be Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona. The successful candidates must also be members of, and in good standing with, the ABA throughout their tenure as Delegates. The Delegates regularly appear before the Board of Governors to report on House of Delegates’ activities.
More information can be found here or contacting Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201. Applications are due by May 16, 2023.

Community Legal Services Board of Directors (2 openings)

The Community Legal Services (“CLS”) Board has a mission to increase “fairness in the civil justice system by advocating, litigating, and educating on behalf of Arizona’s most underserved communities.” Board members work to ensure the fiscal integrity of CLS, direct CLS activities and goals, plan and participate in fundraising activities, and establish substantive law priorities. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the Arizona State Bar. They will serve as six year terms commencing in June 2023.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201. Applications are due by May 16, 2023.

City of Avondale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (1 opening)

The City of Avondale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (JAAB) makes advisory recommendations to the Avondale City Council regarding the most qualified applicants to become full-time city judges, as well as evaluating the performance of incumbent full-time city judges. The JAAB is also responsible for advising on the best methods to retain excellent city judges to the City Council. Applicants must be active members in good standing and must reside in Maricopa County.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting the Avondale City Clerk’s Office at 623.333.1200 or CityClerk@AvondaleAZ.gov. Application Deadline – May 16, 2023

Please contact Laila Ikram at laila.ikram@maricopa.gov for additional information on the following opportunities.

City of Phoenix Heritage Commission (2 vacancies)

The Heritage Commission identifies factors to be considered when reviewing proposals to name or rename City facilities. The commission also makes recommendations to the City Council concerning all proposals for the naming or renaming of City of Phoenix facilities, except for facilities operated by the Parks and Recreation Board. Finally, the make recommendations to the City Council regarding heritage and historical celebrations and commemorations.

Learn more by visiting https://boards.phoenix.gov/Home/BoardsDetail/26 or contacting Helana Ruter at 602-256-4155.

Encanto Village Planning Committee (4 vacancies)

The Village Planning Committee members help the Planning Commission in the performance of its duties. Village Planning Committee activities include: 1) identifying areas or provisions of the General Plan text which need refinement and updating; 2) identifying problems and needs related to implementation of the General Plan; 3) defining in greater detail the intended future function, density and character of sub-areas of the village; and 4) commenting on proposals for the new zoning districts or land use districts. Committee residency requirements state at least 75% of the members shall reside at least eleven months of the year at a property of record or location within the village. 

Learn more by visiting  https://boards.phoenix.gov/Home/BoardsDetail/21 or contacting John Roanhoarse at 602-261-8817.

City of Avondale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (1 opening)

The City of Avondale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (JAAB) makes advisory recommendations to the Avondale City Council regarding the most qualified applicants to become full-time city judges, as well as evaluating the performance of incumbent full-time city judges. The JAAB is also responsible for advising on the best methods to retain excellent city judges to the City Council. Applicants must be active members in good standing and must reside in Maricopa County.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting the Avondale City Clerk’s Office at 623.333.1200 or CityClerk@AvondaleAZ.gov.

Community Legal Services Board of Directors (2 openings)

The Community Legal Services (“CLS”) Board has a mission to increase “fairness in the civil justice system by advocating, litigating, and educating on behalf of Arizona’s most underserved communities.” Board members work to ensure the fiscal integrity of CLS, direct CLS activities and goals, plan and participate in fundraising activities, and establish substantive law priorities. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the Arizona State Bar. They will serve as six year terms commencing in June 2023.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201. Applications are due by May 16, 2023.

City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Rec Board advises the Council on the operation and development of all City parks and recreational facilities and on the recreational program of the city. If you would like more information you may contact clerk.info@mesaaz.gov or visit here to submit an application.

Bar Leadership Institute – SAVE THE DATE

Applications will open May 1, 2023 for the 2023-24 BLI class. Deadline is May 26, 2023. More information and application form will be available here, or you can contact Elena Nethers at elena.nethers@staff.azbar.org.

Maricopa County Superior Court Commissioner Selection Advisory Board (4/21/23)

The Maricopa County Superior Court needs to immediately fill a vacancy on its Commissioner Selection Advisory Board that requires an applicant to be a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association (MCBA). The MCBA will recommend three candidates for consideration. The committee requires about 40 hours of work each time it meets to consider and select candidates. There are at least two full-day meetings, plus additional time spent reviewing applications in detail and doing due diligence on one or two candidates. If interested or would like more information, please send a letter of interest and a resume to Elizabeth Sheehan at bsheehan@maricopabar.org.


Phoenix Business Journal's 40 Under 40 Awards (4/28/23)

The Phoenix Business Journal's 40 Under 40 Awards program winners will be honored at a special awards celebration in August 2023 and will be profiled in a special section of the Phoenix Business Journal. The Nomination Deadline is April 28, 2023, and the event will be on August 3. Nominees must be under 40 years of age on April 30th, 2023. Nominees must also be residents and employees in the Phoenix region. Contact PBJ's Event Director, Alex (McAlister) Rounds, at amcalister@bizjournals.com for any questions about nominations or the event. For more details, please visit here.

The State Bar is in need of lawyers to answer viewers’ calls during our ABC15 Let Joe Know Live Legal Phone Bank, April 19, 5 – 7 p.m.  The theme is consumer law, so volunteers can expect calls that last around five minutes about contracts, lemon laws, warranties and more. It’s a fun way to help a lot of people out and we buy you dinner. Worried you don’t have “consumer expertise?” Don’t be. Calls are short and designed to give people a starting point not solve legal matters. We can also provide you with a list of website to which you can refer people for more information. Did I mention we buy you dinner?


Commissioner Applications accepted until Wednesday April 26 – The role of the court commissioners is critical to the Maricopa County Superior Court. With more than 60 commissioners serving the Bench, the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County seeks experienced and motivated applicants to fill these important roles in helping to uphold the principles inherent to the rule of law for every person, every day, every time.

Commissioner Applicant Mentor Program – Looking for insights into the role of a court commissioner, details on the application process, or practice with mock interviews for the commissioner recruitment? The Maricopa County Superior Court has a new resource available to assist prospective commissioners. Supported by volunteers who are current judicial officers, the applicant mentorship program is designed to bolster an applicant’s readiness for the commissioner hiring process. Mentors may meet with applicants and answer questions about the process. While the mentor will not serve as an advocate in the formal hiring process before the committee, the mentor will provide feedback to the committee and will be available to guide prospective commissioners through the recruitment steps.

To learn more about the process, what it’s like to be a Commissioner, to obtain a mentor, and to apply, please visit here or contact the Commissioner Recruitment Coordinator Sheila Jewell at Sheila.Jewell@jbazmc.maricopa.gov or 602-372-3615.

City of Scottsdale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (1 opening)

The City of Scottsdale Judicial Appointments Advisory Board (JAAB) makes advisory recommendations to the Scottsdale City Council regarding the appointment and reappointment of full-time city judges. The JAAB will use merit-based criteria to recommend the best-qualified persons to become city judges and to advise the City Council about retaining city judges. Applicants must be active members in good standing and must reside in Scottsdale. Board members serve three-year terms.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201. Applications are due by April 17, 2023.

Client Protection Fund Board of Trustees (1 opening)

The Client Protection Fund is a trust that exists as a separate entity from the State Bar of Arizona. The Fund’s purpose is to promote public confidence in the administration of justice, and to preserve the integrity of the legal profession by reimbursing people who have sustained losses caused by the dishonest conduct of lawyers admitted and licensed to practice law in Arizona. Each lawyer licensed to practice law in Arizona contributes $20 per year to the Fund. The Trustees act as fiduciaries of monies deposited in the fund, invest those funds, and pay claims in appropriate cases. Applicants must be active members in good standing, having practiced law for at least 10 years. Board members serve a term of five years.

Learn more by visiting here or contacting Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org; 602.340.7201. Applications are due by April 17, 2023.

Bar Leadership Institute – SAVE THE DATE

Applications will open May 1, 2023 for the 2023-24 BLI class. Deadline is May 26, 2023. More information and application form will be available here, or you can contact Elena Nethers at elena.nethers@staff.azbar.org.

The State Bar is in need of lawyers to answer viewers’ calls during our ABC15 Let Joe Know Live Legal Phone Bank, April 19, 5 – 7 p.m. The theme is consumer law, so volunteers can expect calls that last around five minutes about contracts, lemon laws, warranties and more. It’s a fun way to help a lot of people out and we buy you dinner. Worried you don’t have “consumer expertise?” Don’t be. Calls are short and designed to give people a starting point not solve legal matters. We can also provide you with a list of website to which you can refer people for more information. Did I mention we buy you dinner?
STATE BAR OF ARIZONA ADVISORY GROUPS

The State Bar of Arizona has advisory groups responsible for providing advice and recommendations about state Bar policy and programs. Terms are generally 3 years, but may vary. The application period for 2023-24 is now open and applications will be accepted through Friday, April 7, 2023.

More information can be found here. The following groups are accepting applications:

- Arizona Attorney Editorial Board
- Board of Legal Specialization Advisory Commissions
- Communications Advisory Panel
- Continuing Legal Education Working Group
- Convention Working Group
- Council on Women & Minorities in the Law
- Ethics Advisory Group
- Fee Arbitration Program
- Legal Services Advisory Panel
- Member Assistance Council
- Mentor Advisory Group
- Military Legal Assistance Panel
- Persons with Disabilities Council
- Professionalism Advisory Council
- Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Council
- Technology Working Group

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER:

Volunteers needed to represent low-income clients seeking legal guardianship for at-risk children. Free Zoom training and mentoring opportunities are available. For more information, contact Roni Tropper at Rtropper@clsaz.org.
Chandler Cultural Foundation:

There are multiple openings coming up on the Chandler Cultural Foundation. You must be a resident of Chandler for the past year. If selected you will serve a three year term. The Chandler Cultural Foundation Board reviews and approves proposed management policies of the Chandler Center for the Arts and reviews the budget to develop funding mechanisms to support them. Members also review and approve proposed programs and visual art exhibitions at the Chandler Center for the Arts. For more information or to apply please visit here.

State Bar Volunteer Opportunities:

ABC15- Let Joe Know

Answer legal questions on live TV!

Our next ABC15 Let Joe Know live legal phone bank is March 15, 2023 and we need experts in Employment Law! Volunteers are on set and on camera from 5 to 7 p.m. answering calls from viewers as they come in. Dinner's included!

Landlord-Tenant Legal Clinic

We will be holding a virtual legal clinic on March 22, 2023 and need experts on Landlord-Tenant Law. Volunteers will provide free 30-minute consultations via Zoom.

Maricopa County StandDown

Arizona Veterans StandDown Alliance hosting their annual StandDown on April 28, 2023 and they are looking for volunteers to provide in-person and over the phone consultation in the areas of Family, Landlord Tenant, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, and Immigration.

Law Day Legal Clinic

We will be holding a Legal Clinic in honor of Law Day on April 29, 2023 and need experts in Family, Landlord Tenant, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Employment and Immigration Law. Volunteers will provide free 30-minute consultations in-person or over Zoom.

Email Fabiola.Perez@staff.azbar.org to sign up for any of the opportunities!

Judicial Advisory Committee opening:

The Supreme Court's Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee has an opening for an active State Bar of Arizona member. The committee offers ethics advice to judges, judicial employees, and judicial candidates about their own prospective conduct. Applications are due by April 14 and should be submitted to aelliott@courts.az.gov.
City of Peoria Boards and Commissions
The City of Peoria is seeking Peoria residents to fill multiple board and commission vacancies including the Citizens Commission on Salaries for Elected City Officials, Construction Board of Appeals, Design Review Board, Economic Development Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Municipal Development Authority, Veterans Memorial Board, and Volunteer Firefighter Pension Board.

A description of each board and commission can be found on the City of Peoria website at here.

Submit an application here or contact the City Clerk’s Office at (623) 773-7340 for more information. There are no deadlines for these positions as recruitment is ongoing.

Upcoming Call for Nominations: The ATHENA Awards (June 2023)
The Greater Phoenix Chamber will soon be accepting applications for the 2023 ATHENA Awards. The ATHENA Award, an internationally prized honor, recognizes women who demonstrate excellence in professional leadership, community service, and mentorship of future leaders. Each year, the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s ATHENA Awards highlight three women at the top of their field, who demonstrate inspiring leadership within their industry, mentor women throughout their career, and dedicate themselves to the community.
Nominations forms are not yet open, but will be due in June 2023—time to start preparing!

For more information or to submit nominations (when the link has been updated), visit here. 

A number of State Bar Committees are accepting applications for board vacancies. Application forms are due at the State Bar office by April 7, 2023. More information be obtained by visiting here or contacting Roberta Tepper at roberta.tepper@staff.azbar.org or 602-340-7332. Terms of service vary by committee but are generally 3 years with opportunities for reappointment. The online application form can be found in the previous links and will auto-populate with your information from the Bar’s database. Just pick your desired group or committee and prepare a short statement of interest.

State Bar of Arizona Appointments Committee (applications close 4/7/2023)

Recommend to the Board of Governors the appointment of members to fill openings on state-wide boards, committees and commissions. Achieve a "balance" in all appointments as they relate to each voluntary professional activity, i.e., age, gender, geography, ethnicity, area of practice. Time Commitment: The Committee meets approximately 7 times per year, usually for 2 hours.

The Committee and the Board of Governors consider all aspects of diversity in their recommendations and appointments. More information can be found here.

For more information, contact Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org

State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization (BLS) Committee (applications close 4/7/2023)

The purpose of the legal specialization program is to identify to the public and the Bar those lawyers who have demonstrated superior knowledge, skill, integrity, professionalism, and a high degree of competence in a specific field of law. By identifying attorneys who have a high degree of experience in certain fields of law, the program will improve the quality of legal services and provide useful information for those seeking legal services.

The Board of Legal Specialization (BLS) is authorized pursuant to Rule 44, Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. The BLS regulates the certification of legal specialists in nine practice areas: Administrative, Bankruptcy, Criminal, Estate and Trust, Family, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, Real Estate, Tax, and Workers’ Compensation.

An Advisory Commission is established for each area of certification. Each Advisory Commission actively administers the program in its particular field, under the policy guidance of the BLS.

Time Commitment: The Board of Legal Specialization meets once per month. The length of the meetings may vary but typically last 30 minutes.

Click here for more information or contact Randal.Westbury@staff.azbar.org
National Women’s Law Center

The victories the National Women’s Law Center has won on behalf of women and their families would not have been possible without the pro bono assistance that many organizations and individuals generously provide.

NWLC depends upon pro bono and volunteer assistance from law firms, corporations, universities, and individuals. If you or your employer are interested in exploring pro bono opportunities, please contact probono@nwlc.org or click here.

Arizona Domestic Violence Legal Assistance Project

The Arizona Domestic Violence Legal Assistance Project is a statewide network of legal aid attorneys, volunteer attorneys, and lay legal advocates who provide free legal assistance to victims of domestic violence and their children. The Arizona Bar Foundation administers and coordinates the Project. For more information, click here.

Fresh Start

Fresh Start Women’s Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women who want to thrive. The Jewell McFarland Lewis- Fresh Start Women's Resource Center located in central Phoenix is a comprehensive self-help facility that delivers free and low-cost services to any woman who is at least 18 years old. For more information about how to help, click here.

Future for Kids

Future for KIDS provides mentor driven out-of-school time programs and camps that focus on academics, athletics, and ethics to improve the lives of youth facing adversity. One- time and mentoring volunteer opportunities are available. For more information, click here.
The Maricopa County Superior Court Pro Tempore (Application deadline is 2/1/2023)

The Maricopa County court is looking for volunteers to serve as a Judge Pro Tem. The recruitment period is now accepting applications for the next appointment term, 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024

For those with criminal history experience, and flexible hours to cover nights, weekends and holidays, you may be eligible to be a Judge Pro Tem in Initial Appearance court, which is a paid part time position.

Superior Court Judge Pro Tem requirements:

12-142. Qualifications of judge pro tempore; residence; salary; exclusion from retirement provisions
A. A judge pro tempore of the superior court shall be:
1. Not less than thirty years of age.
2. Of good moral character.
3. Admitted to the practice of law in this state for not less than five years next preceding his appointment.
4. A resident of this state for not less than five years next preceding his appointment.
B. A judge pro tempore may be appointed to serve in the county of his residence or in a county of which he is not a resident.
C. The salary of a judge pro tempore shall be paid for the period of the appointment based on an annual salary equal to that of a superior court judge. A judge pro tempore may agree in advance to donate any or all of his services.
D. Judges pro tempore are not subject to any provision of law relating to the retirement of judges.

Click here to learn more.

Arizona Commission on Appellate Court Appointments- Deadline is January 24, 2023

This non-partisan commission is chaired by the Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court (or his designee). Primary responsibility is to screen, interview and recommend judicial candidates to the Governor of Arizona for the Governor’s final selection to fill judicial vacancies.

Applicants must be Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona. Per policy, applicants must be “active members” in good standing. Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible.

Applicants shall have resided in the state and shall have been admitted to practice law before the Arizona Supreme Court for not less than five (5) years.

No more than three of the five attorney-commissioners may be from the same political party and no more than two attorney-commissioners shall be residents of any one county. None of the attorney or non-attorney members of the commission shall hold any governmental office, elective or appointive, for profit and no attorney member is eligible for appointment to any judicial office of this state until one year after membership in the commission terminates. The commission meets as necessary when judicial openings occur.

Each term is 4 years. There are currently two openings. To apply, visit here. 

For additional information please contact Carrie Sherman at 602-340-7201 or Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org

Maricopa County Commission on Trial Court Appointments- Deadline is January 24, 2023

This non-partisan commission is chaired by the Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court (or his designee). Primary responsibility is to screen, interview and recommend judicial candidates to the Governor of Arizona for the Governor’s final selection to fill judicial vacancies.

Applicants must be Active Members of, and in good standing with, the State Bar of Arizona. Per policy, applicants must be “active members” in good standing. Judicial, retired, and inactive members are welcome to apply but must change their membership to “active” in order to be eligible.

Applicants shall have resided in the State, and shall have been admitted to practice law before the Arizona Supreme Court, for not less than five (5) years and shall have resided in Supervisorial District (SD) 2, SD 3 or SD 5 for at least one year before being nominated.

No more than three of the five attorney-commissioners may be from the same political party. None of the attorney or non-attorney members of the commissions shall hold any governmental office, elective or appointive, for profit and no attorney member is eligible for appointment to any judicial office of this state until one year after membership in the commission terminates. The commissions meet as necessary when judicial openings occur.

Each term is four years. There are currently 3 openings.

To apply, visit here. 

For additional information contact Carrie Sherman at 602.340.7201 or Carrie.Sherman@staff.azbar.org

Tourism and Hospitality Advisory Board

This Board serves as a mechanism for evaluating projects to be funded for the hospitality industry's share of surplus Arena Tax Funds. The Board shall be responsible for evaluating projects to enhance the tourism and hospitality industry in Phoenix, subject to fiscal constraints and criteria imposed by the City and recommending those projects to the City Council.

This Board shall be comprised of fourteen (14) members appointed by the City Council, twelve of whom shall be voting members. Composition of the voting members shall be as follows: 8 members representing hoteliers, representing a hotel property in each Council district, 2 members at-large from a non-hotel sector of the hospitality industry, 2 members as City representatives, 1 member of the Greater Phoenix Convention and Visitors Bureau. The two non-voting members shall consist of a representative of the City and a representative of the Greater Phoenix Convention and Visitors Bureau. There are currently two vacancies.

For more information contact Tim Merritt at 602-256-3369.

To apply visit here. 

Scottsdale Leadership Class of 38 – Apply now for the 9-month long leadership program.

 

The Scottsdale Leadership development program is a premier, in-person, interactive program that brings class members together from diverse backgrounds to experience a transformation in their leadership capabilities by immersing them in the history and infrastructure of Scottsdale. Up to 50 established or emerging leaders are selected to participate each year. Class members learn from each other, and from highly sought-after subject-matter experts and leaders in topics such as Economic Development, Healthcare, Diversity & Inclusion, Government, Public Safety, Arts, Education and more.

 

• A nine-month experiential training program consisting of 15 interrelated, topic-focused learning days

 

• Learning is accomplished through small group interaction, high-impact community projects and expert-led guidance and teaching that informs about the unique aspects of Scottsdale with fundamental and emerging leadership concepts

 

• Class members from diverse backgrounds learn the power of collaboration and experience a transformational and often life-changing enhancement in their leadership and personal skills

 

For more information and to apply, please click here and here.

 

For more information contact Dana Close at dana@scottsdaleleadership.org; or Info@scottsdaleleadership.org.


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