Apply Today! Serve as Governor At-Large
The WSBA Board of Governors invites all eligible active members to consider service on the WSBA Board of Governors in the governor at-large position. If interested, please review the below information carefully and submit your application no later than 5 p.m. PST on Friday, Dec. 20.
Service Term
This is to fill a late-term vacancy on the Board of Governors. The term will be effective upon appointment by the Board of Governors at their Jan. 17-18, 2025 meeting through to the conclusion of the Sept. 26-27, 2025 Board meeting (appx. nine months).
The next term for this position is a full three-year term beginning at the conclusion of the Sept. 26-27, 2025, Board meeting. Applicants are eligible to apply for this role. The individual appointed to serve this remainder of this term is eligible to apply for the full-term and serve two consecutive terms if elected to do so. More information will be posted in January/February 2025.
Eligibility
Any active member of the Bar, except a person who has previously served as a governor for more than 48 consecutive months, may be nominated or apply.
This position is intended to represent those who have a lived experience and knowledge of the needs of those members whose membership is or may be historically underrepresented in governance to the end that the Board of Governors will be a more diverse and representative body. Diversity refers to meaningful representation of, and equal opportunities for, individuals who have lived experience as a member from one or more historically underrepresented communities in the legal profession.
Underrepresentation encompasses and is not limited to, race, disability, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Selection Process
Applications are due no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20. Late submissions will not be accepted. All applicants will be interviewed by the WSBA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council at their meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, beginning at noon. View the DEI Council At Large Special Election Criteria and Interview Questions.
Per the Board of Governors request, the DEI Council will forward no less than three applicants to the Board of Governors for consideration. The Board will review the nominee materials, interview the nominees and appoint the governor at-large at their Jan. 17-18, 2025. Attendance is encouraged with virtual participation available.
Application
- Complete and submit the Board of Governors Member At-Large Governor 2024 Application Form*
- Statement of Interest
- Resume
- Letters of Support
Submit the above to barleaders@wsba.org no later than 5 p.m. PST on Friday, Dec. 20.
*The application form is required. All other materials are recommended but not required.
Learn More
Join an Information Session to learn more about board service and get your questions answered!
Information Session 1
Date: Friday, Nov. 22
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 885 3437 4949
Meeting Passcode: 328603
Information Session 2
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 4
Time: 9–10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 853 8748 0649
Meeting Passcode: 453879
RSVP to barleaders@wsba.org. RSVPs are not required but encouraged. If interested individuals are unable to join in the first 15 minutes, the session will close.
The WSBA Board of Governors focuses on policy, leadership, strategy, and oversight of the organization. Service on the Board requires vision, leadership, diplomacy, and passion in pursuit of the WSBA's mission to serve the public and the members of the WSBA, to ensure the integrity of the legal profession and to champion justice.
2025 Election Information
The following positions will be open for interested applicants in early 2025.
- District 1 (for two-year term)
- District 2
- District 9
- District 10
- Governor At Large
- President-elect
Learn More:
- View the Serving on the WSBA Board of Governors document.
- Attend an Information Session: Information Sessions will be held in Fall/Winter 2024-2025.
- Application information will be posted online on Jan. 2, 2025.
Accommodations
The WSBA is committed to full access and participation by persons with disabilities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require accommodation, please contact accomodations@wsba.org and visit our Accommodations page for more information.
Questions?
Please contact Paris Eriksen, WSBA Volunteer Engagement Advisor, at parise@wsba.org or barleaders@wsba.org.
The WSBA values diversity and inclusion, and encourages Black, indigenous, and people of color; women; people from the LBGTQ communities; people with disabilities; and members of other groups who have been systemically oppressed to apply for our committees, boards, and panels.
