The Gold Dome Track – Answering the Call to the Capitol

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Dec 18, 2025, 1:50:23 PM (12 days ago) Dec 18

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Good afternoon GAWL members, please see below an invitation to attend the Gold Dome Track Event held by the State Bar of Georgia. Please contact Jenn with any questions.

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Greetings,

For those that I have not had the pleasure of meeting, my name is Jenn McNeely, and I serve as the Director of Governmental Affairs for the State Bar of Georgia. In this role, I work closely with Bar leadership, committees, and partner organizations to support the Bar’s legislative programs. As discussed during my remarks at the Fall Meeting, over the last decade, the number of attorneys serving in the Georgia General Assembly has steadily declined. With several current lawyer-legislators seeking higher office in 2026, projections indicate the possibility that only one attorney from the majority party may remain on the Senate Judiciary Committee in 2027. This trend has meaningful implications for the quality, clarity, and workability of legislation affecting the justice system and the practice of law.

I am writing to let you know that registration is now live for The Gold Dome Track: Answering the Call to the Capitol, and the event is now posted on the State Bar of Georgia’s website. This program is the first in a series of events that will take place throughout the state. It is a collaborative effort of the Governmental Affairs Department, the Young Lawyers Division, and the Law Practice Management Program. This program is designed to be nonpartisan and informational, with the goal of helping lawyers better understand the role attorneys play in the legislative process and encouraging thoughtful consideration of public service. The program will feature:

A moderated panel of current lawyer-legislators from diverse practice backgrounds, discussing the practical realities of legislative service; and
A fireside chat with three former lawyer-legislators, offering candid reflections on public service, career impact, and lessons learned.

The evening will also include audience Q&A and a networking reception to foster meaningful connections and help identify members interested in future civic engagement. A follow-up workshop will be held in February for those seeking practical next steps, including qualifying requirements, compliance considerations, and ethical boundaries for lawyer-candidates.

We would be grateful for your assistance in sharing this program with your colleagues and professional networks. Your leadership and voice are instrumental in helping us reach attorneys across Georgia who may be interested in running for office or supporting lawyer-candidates committed to the rule of law.

The event is free, but registration is required.
Register here: [REGISTRATION LINK]

I have also attached a flyer that you are welcome to circulate.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Best regards,
Jenn

JENN MCNEELY // Director Governmental Affairs