Share Your Expertise and Elevate Your Leadership

LMA is powered by leaders who dedicate their time and talents to advancing the legal marketing profession. This dedicated community contributes across more than 70 official volunteer groups and countless point-in-time opportunities.

As the profession grows, so do the opportunities for you to influence its impact. We encourage current and prospective volunteers to share their interest, get involved in these industry-wide leadership roles and help inform the future of legal marketing worldwide.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

International Board 

The formal call for 2026 Board appointments has closed. Calls for 2027 Board appointments will open in March 2026.

Regional Governing Boards and Local Steering Committees

The formal call for 2026 local leadership appointments has closed. Calls for Regional Governing Boards will open in Summer 2026, and calls for Local Steering Committees will open in Fall 2026.

Committees and Task Forces

The formal call for 2026 Committee and Task Force appointments has closed. Our next formal call for Committee and Task Force apppointments will open in November 2026.

Submit Your Interest Year-Round

It's never too early to indicate your interest for future involvement. If you are interested in serving in any capacity or would like to be considered for future roles, we encourage you to submit your interest through the Pipeline to Volunteer Leadership form which stays open all year.

Benefits of Becoming an LMA Volunteer Leader

LMA believes that volunteer leadership positions should provide valuable personal and professional development for our members. We are dedicated to providing leadership, management, technical and tactical opportunities that can be utilized in each member’s career and beyond. Here are just some of the many volunteer benefits.

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with industry peers to brainstorm and guide LMA’s educational direction, addressing emerging trends and challenges.
• Advocate for Members: Ensure a wide range of member perspectives are reflected in programming, representing the voices of LMA’s diverse constituencies.
• Expand Your Network: Build relationships with thought leaders and peers across the legal marketing field, fostering connections that can support your career.
• Make a Measurable Impact: Influence the quality and relevance of LMA’s educational content to ensure it remains an essential resource for members.

LMA is working on new ways to help current volunteers understand how they can advance their volunteer leadership and help new volunteers understand all the ways to get involved. The organization is working on the LMA Leadership Journey Map to fully detail all of the amazing opportunities available and aid all of us in our volunteer advancement. More information coming soon!

On the Rise: LMA Leadership Training

Are you interested in hearing more about how others view your work and your contribution? Learn the key methods for both giving and receiving feedback in this 45-minute program.

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Leading With DEI

Join our esteemed panel of legal marketing and diversity professionals for an interactive dialogue on their experiences, obstacles, successes, and priorities related to DEI. 

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Strategies for Effective Volunteer Engagement

This webinar is focused on empowering the volunteer leaders of LMA at all levels with best practices of volunteer engagement, through perspectives from successful executives in highly respected non-profit organizations who rely on volunteers to further their organizations’ missions. 

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Looking for more insight into how you can strengthen your leadership skills? These webinars and resources can help:

• Mentor-Mentee Programs — As part of our training and development commitment, LMA produces an engaging mentor-mentee program at the LMA International Conference. When registering, make sure you select whether you would like to be a mentor or mentee! You can also explore our Europe Mentor Program.
• LMA Leadership Skills Development
• What’s in It for Me – LMA Leadership and Career Growth
• The First Five: Laying the Foundation for Future Leaders
• Leadership Mapping Presentation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Am I too junior?

  You are never to junior to volunteer with LMA! There are several ways you can volunteer that allow you to find the right fit, no matter how junior or senior.

• Am I too senior?

  Your knowledge of legal marketing and the years of experience you can bring to LMA is vital. No matter your experience level, there is a role for you as a volunteer with LMA.

• What is the time commitment?

  The time commitment is dependent on the type of volunteer role you decide to take. You should expect to dedicate anywhere from a few hours per\ week to a few hours per month to LMA activities Although, the time committee can vary throughout the year.

• Is it okay that I work remotely?

  Yes! Volunteerism can happen right at home.

• I like to network in person. What's the best role with that in mind?

  LMA offers a variety of in-person events throughout the year!  Our programming committees work together to create various events ranging from Fun Member Socials to Multi-day Conferences. You can help with welcoming guests, developing programs, pre-event communication, and more!    

• I'm new to LMA. Is that okay?

  Absolutely – We need you!  We love to get new Members involved and sincerely appreciate their fresh perspectives   For Board roles, LMA has various requirements, but we have other ways you can help before you hit your membership and leadership milestones.  The first step is to fill out the LMA Volunteer Pipeline to Leadership. 

• I'm a current volunteer. What are my next steps?

  Filling out the LMA Volunteer Pipeline to Leadership is your first step! This will connect you with your Regional LMA leadership, and they can keep you informed of volunteer opportunities as they become available.  

Still have questions? We've love to hear from you. Reach out and contact us.