MEET THE COMMITTEE & CHAIRPERSONS
Chair or committee work is vital for the success of any organization. It involves various tasks such as increasing membership, providing educational opportunities, advertising, fundraising, and more. The collaboration between our board and members is what drives these efforts to elevate our association. We value and support all members who take up chair positions, and we encourage everyone to get involved. If you are interested in serving on a chair or committee, please don't hesitate to contact us!
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Diane Harrison
The Parliamentarian shall, when requested, advise the President and the Members regarding procedures on interpretation of the DPLPA Bylaws and LPI Bylaws and LPI Standing Rules, and on the adopted parliamentary authority.
Parliamentary Authority: Robert's Rules of Order Newly- Revised shall be the parliamentary authority of DPLPA where applicable and insofar as consistent with the DPLPA Bylaws and LPI Bylaws and LPI Standing Rules.
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
Donna Sanchez
The committee shall be chaired by the Vice-President. The committee shall: (a) promote membership in DPLPA; (b) verify the eligibility of all applicants for membership; (c) present applications for membership to the Board for approval and recommendation to the membership; and (d) inform applicants of their acceptance or rejection.
AUDIT CHAIR
Lisa Britton
A financial review is conducted by the Audit Committee, who then prepares a comprehensive report of the outcome. This report is then shared with the Board, who in turn presents the Audit results to the DPLPA Members. The Audit committee: Samantha Marji.
SCHOLARSHIP CHAIR/ CAREER PROMOTION
Lisa Britton
The committee shall: (a) promote interest in the legal profession; (b) conduct an annual search for deserving scholarship recipients; (c) recommend to the Membership applicants for the Florence Ross Scholarships; (d) recommend amounts for the Florence Ross Scholarships; (e) submit to the Board for approval the names of potential Judges to determine the winners of the scholarships; (f) provide to the Judges the redacted applications for the scholarships to ensure anonymity of the applicants, (g) serve as a liaison between the Judges and the Board to ensure a timely and fair selection process.
NOMINATIONS & ELECTION CHAIR
Brenda Wallace
The Committee Chairperson shall act as chief teller and shall certify the votes to the President. The Committee shall arrange and conduct the formal installation of the incoming Officers and Directors at the April Membership Meeting.
PROGRAMS & HOSPITALITY CHAIR
2024-2025 The Desert Palm LPA Board
The committee selects the location and program for each membership meeting, receives reservations for attendance at the meeting, and ensures meetings are congenial so all members and guests feel welcome.
BULLETIN CHAIR
Luz Davis
The bulletin chair maintains DPLPA's newsletter known as the "Full Disclosure". It also secures advertisements for publication in the newsletter.
BOSS OF THE YEAR/
PROFESSIONAL LIAISON
Donna Sanchez
This committee shall encourage good public relations among DPLPA and other professional associations. The committee also organizes membership nomination rules and forms for entries in the annual Boss of the Year contest and arranges for presentation of an appropriate award to the winner.
SOCIAL MEDIA CHAIR
Luz Davis
Manages DPLPA's presence across social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, overseeing communications and content strategy on these platforms.
BYLAWS
Kathleen Gorham
This committee reviews the Desert Palm Legal Professional Assn.'s Bylaws and makes recommendations for appropriate changes to the Board.
WEBSITE CHAIR
Luz Davis
Maintains DPLPA’s website for functionality, security, and content relevance. Updating, adding, editing content. Monitoring website traffic for comments and questions to keep the website current and engaging for users.
WAYS & MEANS CHAIR
Chair Position Open
The committee shall conduct projects to raise funds for the benefit of DPLPA, subject to the approval of the membership.
DAY IN COURT
Chair Position Open
The committee shall arrange and conduct the annual Day in Court activities, subject to the approval of the Board.
HISTORY/ PHOTOGRAPHY/ARCHIVES/CHAPTER ACHIEVEMENT
Chair Position Open
The committee takes photographs and collects memorabilia of the activities of DPLPA during the President's term in office and assembles them in a history book for presentation to the President.
Can also enter the history book in the LPI History Book Contest at the end of the fiscal year.
The committee also shall maintain a history of the activities and individuals involved in DPLPA to be passed on to the newly elected Board each year.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING/ CCLS
Chair Position Open
The committee shall devise and recommend means of continuing professional education of members and arrange and conduct educational seminars for DPLPA members and the legal community.
LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Chair Position Open
The committee shall keep the Membership informed of office management procedures and newly-developed office products and equipment.
EMPLOYMENT OPPROTUNITIES
Chair Position Open
The committee shall maintain a list of employment opportunities in the Coachella Valley for members of DPLPA and LPI and shall advise members of those available positions.
OPEN
Chair Position Open
This position is waiting for you.