Bill Bay, President of the American Bar Association, joins Montana to discuss the role the ABA plays in supporting lawyers, promoting justice, and advocating for the rule of law. Regardless of where you are in your career, the ABA offers not only a wealth of material for you to improve your practice and serve your clients better, but also an opportunity to get involved, get inspired, and effectuate a broader impact as part of something bigger than yourself. Discover the ways the ABA can help you advance your career, serve your community, and take a leading role in making a meaningful difference.

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Associate Producer: Montana Funk

(00:00) - Introduction: Bill Bay
(01:29) - Bill Bay’s Career
(03:24) - Bill’s Path to the ABA Presidency
(04:45) - Defining the American Bar Association
(11:07) - How Best to Get Involved in the ABA
(13:31) - How Young Lawyers Can Get Their Ideas Heard
(18:47) - Addressing Declining Confidence in the Judiciary
(21:05) - Resources for Young Lawyers from the ABA
(27:13) - Bill’s Advice to Young Lawyers

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Why the ABA Matters for Lawyers and Everyone

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Why the ABA Matters for Lawyers and Everyone