Roles and Expectations: CBA National Women Lawyers Forum

Any member of the Executive Committee shall cease to hold office upon ceasing to be a member of the CBA or the Forum.

All members of the Executive Committee must familiarize themselves with resources provided to Forum leaders and operate collaboratively in accordance with CBA policies and procedures.

CHAIR

  • Oversee activities and preside at meetings and conference calls
  • Report to the Board of Directors as required

VICE-CHAIR

  • Act for the Chair in the absence or inability of the Chair to act
  • Attend meetings and conference calls and assist the Chair and Executive Committee as needed, which may include taking the lead on one or more initiatives

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

  • Ensure that Forum members are informed of key Forum activities, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved in the work of the Forum
  • Attend meetings and conference calls and assist the Executive Committee as needed

SECRETARY*

  • Prepare minutes of meetings and conference calls in a timely manner
  • Attend meetings and conference calls and assist the Executive Committee as needed

PAST CHAIR

  • Attend meetings and conference calls and assist the Executive Committee as needed

MEMBER-AT-LARGE

  • Attend conference calls and assist the Executive Committee as needed, which may include taking the lead on one or more initiatives; in-person meetings are not funded

*The Secretary sequentially occupies each office through to Past Chair, which involves a five-year commitment.