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Leadership in Law: A Conversation with Leaders at the Bar and Beyond
February 20, 2026
| Webinar
| Duane Morris LLP
In honor of Black History Month, please join us for Leadership in Law: A Conversation with Leaders at the Bar and Beyond, which will be held on Friday, February 20th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern.
Featuring
Rep. Joanna E. McClinton, Speaker, Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
Paulette Brown, Past President, American Bar Association and the
National Bar Association
- Former Partner, Duane Morris LLP
Ashley L. Upkins, President, National Bar Association
About the Program
In recognition of Black History Month, join us for a conversation bringing together leadership from government and the legal profession to explore the perspective, responsibility and influence of leadership in law at the highest levels. Panelists will reflect on their professional journeys and share insights on leadership in a rapidly evolving legal and business landscape.
Introductory Remarks
Michelle A. Behnke, President, American Bar Association
Duane Morris Presenters
Matthew A. Taylor, Chairman and CEO, Duane Morris LLP
Joseph K. West, Partner and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Duane Morris LLP
Terrance J. Evans
Partner, Duane Morris LLP
President and Immediate Past Chair, California Lawyers Association
Director, Region IX, National Bar Association
Vice President, North California Association of Black Lawyers