2027 Affiliate Outreach Conference

YLD Leaders Reno Pierre, Arti Hirani and Warren Chen at the 2026 Affiliates Outreach Conference. Check back soon for details on the 2027 event!

February 18-20, 2027, Fort Lauderdale
Marriott Harbor Beach Resort

The Affiliate Outreach Conference (AOC) is a premier conference where leaders from local young lawyer organizations, including Florida Bar affiliates, and law students gather to network, share public service ideas, and participate in various Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs.  

More information to come!

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are awarded at the AOC and how can I apply?

The YLD generally awards $55,000 to Affiliates during AOC for grants that meet the required criteria. To apply for a grant, each Affiliate submits a written application in advance and makes a presentation in-person at the conference to our Grant Committee.

Please note: An Affiliate that applies for an AOC Grant but does not have at least one affiliate representative register and attend the required AOC events (In Person Grant Presentation, AOC General Session, and Professionalism Showcase) will be deemed ineligible to receive grant funds.

Can I attend if I am not part of an affiliate or if I am not the affiliate representative?

Yes! While we hope to get you involved in one of your local affiliates, all young lawyers are welcome to attend the conference. Likewise, if you are involved in an affiliate already but are not the designated representative to present a grant application, you can still attend. AOC is a great opportunity to learn about your affiliates, network, and earn CLEs and we are excited to have you join us!

I know of someone who is interested in sponsoring. What opportunities are available?

We are still putting together sponsorship packages, but please reach out to one of the following in the meantime!

Reno Pierre
President of The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division
rpierre@broward.org

Beau Blumberg
Sponsorship Committee Co-Chair
bblumberg@deutshblumberg.com

Anthony Davila
Sponsorship Committee Co-Chair
aj@smithhawks.com

Can law students attend the Affiliate Outreach Conference?

Yes! Law students are welcomed and encouraged to attend the conference.

Can I attend if my bar organization is not an affiliate of the YLD?

Anyone is welcome to attend the conference; there is no requirement that conference attendees be part of a registered affiliate. We would love for your bar organization to become an affiliate before AOC to receive all affiliate benefits at the conference.