Building the Next Generation of Pueblo's Legal Community

The Pueblo County Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division is the home for attorneys under 36 — or within their first five years of practice — who are building their careers and their roots in Pueblo County.

We organize happy hours, mentorship programs, pro bono opportunities, and CLE events designed for lawyers at the start of their careers. Whether you graduated from law school last year or a few years ago, YLD is the fastest way to get connected in Pueblo's legal community.

YLD members are also eligible to serve on the PCBA Executive Board and take on leadership roles within the Association.

Who Can Join YLD?

Attorneys under age 36, regardless of years in practice
Attorneys in their first five years of practice, regardless of age
Must hold an active PCBA membership (Active or Associate)
Law students are welcome to attend YLD events as guests

YLD membership is included with your PCBA membership — no additional dues.

What We Do
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Networking Events

Regular happy hours, mixers, and informal gatherings where young Pueblo attorneys connect with each other, senior attorneys, and local judges.

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Mentorship Program

YLD pairs early-career attorneys with experienced PCBA members for one-on-one mentorship on practice management, client development, and career growth.

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Pro Bono Service

YLD members are active volunteers at PCBA pro bono clinics, with dedicated slots at the Family Law Clinic and courthouse self-help desk.

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CLE Programming

YLD organizes CLE sessions geared toward newer attorneys — covering practical skills like depositions, courtroom procedure, and client communications.

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Courthouse Orientation

Annual orientation for newly admitted attorneys on Pueblo Combined Courts procedures, clerk expectations, and local practice norms.

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Community Involvement

YLD participates in law-related education programs at Pueblo schools and community legal literacy initiatives — teaching residents about their rights.

Upcoming YLD Events
Aug
22

Young Lawyers Happy Hour — Summer Mixer

5:30 PM · Nate's Taproom, Union Ave · Open to all attorneys under 36

Oct
23

Fall Networking Reception

5:00 PM · Location TBD · Free for PCBA members

Nov
TBD

Annual YLD Courthouse Orientation

For attorneys admitted to practice in 2025 — Pueblo Combined Courts

See the full events calendar for all YLD events and registration details.

Ready to get involved?

Join the PCBA and you're automatically part of YLD if you're eligible. Reach out to the YLD Chair to get on our mailing list.

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