Young Lawyers Section

The Young Lawyers Section (YLS) is an exciting and prestigious organization consisting of over 750 attorneys who practice in diverse areas of law throughout Central Florida. To become a member, one must be an attorney and either under the age of 35 or have practiced law for ten years or less. As a member of YLS, you gain access to a wealth of opportunities for relationship building, charitable service, and professional growth. Whether you attend a monthly luncheon, volunteer for a charitable project, or chair the next YLS event, your participation is the gateway to enhancing your career. We encourage you to get involved!

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Our Purpose

The YLS’s mission is to meet the unique needs and interests of new lawyers by (a) providing a forum for exchanging ideas and offering assistance regarding concerns common to the new lawyer; (b) offering opportunities to enhance professional skills and knowledge and ethical development; (c) providing opportunities for career and leadership development, mentoring, and relationship building; (d) offering opportunities to serve on public service committees and charitable projects; and (e) encouraging interest and participation in the YLS, the Orange County Bar Association, and the legal profession in our communities.

Awards

2023

Large Affiliate of the Year
The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division

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Upcoming OCBA YLS Events

Here you can find out about upcoming events. Click the event name to view more details.

Officers

Sean Mendez-Catlin
Sean Mendez-Catlin

President

MC and J Law, PLLC
1527 E Concord St.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-274-2598

James S. Davis
James S. Davis

President-Elect

Norden Leacox PLLC
633 E Colonial Dr.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-845-9595

Melissa Bryan
Melissa Bryan

Treasurer

HAWM LAW PLLC
641 N. Rio Grande Ave.
Orlando, FL 32805
407-802-3223

Sharlene C. Stanford Greene
Sharlene C. Stanford Greene

Secretary

Legal Aid Society of the OCBA
100 E. Robinson St.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-841-8310

Judeen Molyneaux
Judeen Molyneaux

Communications Coordinator

State Attorney's Office
415 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando, Florida 32801
407-836-2400

Cooper Powell
Cooper Powell

Immediate Past President

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, P.A
1000 Legion Pl., Ste. 1700
Orlando, FL 32801
407-581-9800

 

Board of Directors

Dana Alberga
Dana Alberga

Board of Director

Donalson Law, P.A.
701 E. Michigan St.
Orlando, FL 32806
407-270-5025

Shanice Cameron
Shanice Cameron

Board of Director

Holland & Knight
200 S. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-244-1145

Ritcy Canelon
Ritcy Canelon

Board of Director

The Grosshans Group
884 S. Dillard St.
Winter Garden, FL 34787
407-900-3261

Ashley Felix
Ashley Felix

Board of Director

Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker
111 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 1200
Orlando, FL 32801
407-203-7599

Grace Flores
Grace Flores

Board of Director

Grace Law PLLC
33 E. Robinson St., Ste. 207
Orlando, FL 32801
407-777-4994

Briggs Holshey
Briggs Holshey

Board of Director

Colling Gilbert Wright, PLLC
801 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 830
Orlando, FL 32801
407-712-7300

Sabrina Jadunandan
Sabrina Jadunandan

Board of Director

MC & J Law, PLLC
1215 E. Concord St.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-698-6698

Jay Lazarovich
Jay Lazarovich

Board of Director

Latham, Luna, Eden & Beaudine, LLP
201 S. Orange Ave., Ste. 1400
Orlando, FL 32801
407-481-5800

Clyde Lemon
Clyde Lemon

Board of Director

Fighter Law
120 E. Robinson St.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-344-4837

Liamna Matos-Lezcano
Liamna Matos-Lezcano

Board of Director

XiXi Li
XiXi Li

Board of Director

Sasso & Sasso
630 S. Maitland Ave.
Maitland, FL 328751
407-644-7161

Jacob S. Mayer
Jacob S. Mayer

Board of Director

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
255 S. Orange Ave. Ste. 900
Orlando, FL 32801
407-872-6011

Antoinette Romano
Antoinette Romano

Board of Director

Ninth Judicial Circuit Court
425 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 1750
Orlando, FL 32801
407-836-2113

Michael Stone
Michael Stone

Board of Director

Jordan, Dougherty & Stone, LLP
708 E. Colonial Dr., Ste. 103
Orlando, FL 32803
407-402-9833

 

Quick Links

 

YLS Events

A comprehensive list of upcoming events and activities tailored for young attorneys in the Orange County legal community.

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How To Get Involved

For additional information on how you can get involved, fill out the YLS committee preference form.

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YLS Past Presidents

NameYearNameYearNameYear
Jacob Schumer 2024-2025 Eric Reed 2010-2011 Brian T. Wilson 1996-1997
Lauren M. Reynolds 2023-2024 Ryan E. Davis 2009-2010 Glenn A. Adams 1995-1996
Stephanie Alcalde 2022-2023 Chelsie J. Flynn 2008-2009 Marc D. Chapman 1994-1995
Michael Barber 2021-2022 Elizabeth F. McCausland 2007-2008 Jane Dunlap 1993-1994
Brandon M. Sapp 2020-2021 Wiley S. Boston 2006-2007 Angelina Robinson 1992-1993
C. Andrew Roy 2019-2020 Thomas A. Zehnder 2005-2006 William E. Sublette 1991-1992
Jill Davis 2018-2019 Diego "Woody" Rodriguez 2004-2005 Mary Ann Morgan 1990-1991
Keshara D. Cowans 2017-2018 Nicholas A. Shannin 2003-2004 Gregory B. Galloway 1989-1990
Brett R. Renton 2016-2017 Yvette Rodriguez Brown 2002-2003 Paul L. SanGiovanni 1988-1989
Amber N. Davis 2015-2016 Jamie Billotte Moses 2001-2002 Wayne L. Helsby 1987-1988
Karen L. Persis 2014-2015 Paul J. Scheck 2000-2001 James R. Lussier 1986-1987
Lauren H. McCorvie 2013-2014 Thomas P. Wert 1999-2000 Marybeth McDonald 1985-1986
Anthony F. Sos 2012-2013 Jennifer H. McRae 1998-1999
LaShawnda K. Jackson 2011-2012 The Honorable Julie H. O'Kane 1997-1998