- Learn about new developments in the law, cases, judicial issues/races, legislative issues and WDTL activities at Board meetings.
- Network with civil defense attorneys from all areas of Washington.
- Get direct referrals for cases and arbitrations from fellow Board members.
- Meet other defense leaders at the annual NW Defense Leaders conference which includes leaders from Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Alaska, Hawaii, Arizona and California.
- Get involved in a committee or task force that interests you and develop leadership skills and peer recognition.
- Share your volunteer contributions for WDTL with your clients such as published articles or special invitations to attorney/client social events.
- Hone speaking skills at seminars and other meetings.
- Get answers to your questions from other experienced attorneys who serve on the Board.
In 2001, WDTL Board members were asked in a confidential questionnaire why they chose to serve as WDTL Trustees. A summary of their responses is below:
- Camaraderie, Collegiality, Friendships
- Professional Development and Growth
- Make a Difference; Contribute to the Profession
This same Board was asked to identify TWO compelling reasons why a defense attorney should join WDTL today. A summary of their responses is below:
- Network with other defense attorneys and share resources.
- Enhance professional abilities.
- Help strengthen the defense bar, to the ultimate benefit of individual attorneys.
- Obtain information/knowledge/contacts that help them be better lawyers.
- Share litigation strategies.
- Keeping abreast of issues important to civil defense trial lawyers.
- Educational and professional development.
- Stay informed on legislative issues.
- Improving trial skills/defense skills.
- To enhance his or her own practice through the mutual exchange of ideas, tactics, etc. To join in a mutual professional front against WSTLA.
- Shared knowledge of hot legal issues and practice tips.