Updated: June 2, 2026

International Practice Section Executive Committee Elections

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Each year, the International Practice Section holds elections for open seats on its executive committee. On this page you will find information about the election process, how to run for an executive committee position, and other helpful info.

Election Information

Election Timeline

Instructions for Receiving Ballt

How to Apply

Executive Committee Roles


Election Information

The Section is conducting elections for open positions on the executive committee.

Voting is scheduled for June 1–15, 2026.

Candidate Information, Open Positions, and Terms

For more information about the Section and its executive committee, please review the Section's bylaws. All terms begin Oct. 1, 2026, unless otherwise posted. Candidates are listed in alphabetical order by position.

Chair-Elect: one-year term ending Sept. 30, 2027

Candidate: T. Augustine Lo

Secretary/Treasurer: one-year term ending Sept. 30, 2027

Candidate: Michael Harris — Statement of Interest

Communications Chair: one-year term ending Sept. 30, 2027

Candidate: Luz Metz

At-Large Member: (4 positions open) three-year term ending Sept. 30, 2029

Candidate: Esko Cate

Candidate: Robert Flemer — Statement of Interest

Candidate: Danijela Krecar

Candidate: Lola Zakharova — Statement of Interest

Questions? Contact sections@wsba.org.

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How to Apply

The deadline for submitting applications has passed.

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Instructions to Ensure You Receive Your Ballot

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If you still do not receive a ballot, email sections@wsba.org. Paper ballots are available on request.

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Election Timeline

The election season for the FY 2027 term year has begun. This election will determine who will serve in executive committee positions opening as of Oct. 1, 2026 as well as some current vacancies. Please see the following timeline for important dates regarding your section's election timeline.

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Executive Committee Roles

The International Practice Section's bylaws currently list the following required executive committee positions. Open positions will be listed above in the Election Information section at the beginning of election season.

  • Chair
  • Chair-Elect
  • Immediate Past Chair
  • Secretary/Treasurer
  • Communications Committee Chair
  • At least six (6) At-Large Members

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