RIDEN APPOINTED AS ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS INDUSTRIES CHAIR FOR ABA YOUNG LAWYERS DIVISION
Congratulations to Attorney Whitnie Riden on her recent appointment as the Entertainment and Sports Industries Chair for the American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division for 2023-2024. This is a significant achievement and a testament to her hard work, dedication, and expertise in the field of entertainment and sports law.
As the Entertainment and Sports Industries Chair, Attorney Riden will be responsible for leading the division in providing education, networking opportunities, and resources to young lawyers interested in pursuing careers in entertainment and sports law. This is an important role that will help shape the future of the industry by supporting the development of the next generation of lawyers.
As an Entertainment and Sports Lawyer, Attorney Riden has extensive experience in representing clients in the entertainment and sports industries. Her practice focuses on entertainment, intellectual property, and sports law, where she advises clients on various legal issues such as contract negotiations, brand management, and licensing agreements.
The American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division is an organization that represents over 130,000 young lawyers and law students across the United States. The Division provides young lawyers with opportunities to network, participate in professional development programs, and engage in public service initiatives.
Attorney Riden's appointment as the Entertainment and Sports Industries Chair for the ABA Young Lawyers Division is significant because it highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. According to the ABA's 2020 Profile of the Legal Profession, women make up only 36% of all lawyers in the United States. However, the number of women in leadership positions in the legal profession is steadily increasing, and Attorney Riden's appointment is a step in the right direction.
In addition to her legal practice, Attorney Riden is also an active member of various professional organizations, including the National Bar Association, the Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association, and the Sports Lawyers Association. She is also a frequent speaker on topics related to entertainment and sports law.
In conclusion, Attorney Whitnie Riden's appointment as the Entertainment and Sports Industries Chair for the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division for 2023-2024 is a significant achievement and milestone in her career and a reflection of her commitment to advancing the field of entertainment and sports law. We are confident that she will excel in this role and make a positive impact on the young lawyers who are looking to follow in her footsteps.
Once again, congratulations to Attorney Whitnie Riden on this well-deserved appointment. Her appointment also highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion in the legal professionWe look forward to seeing the great work she will do as Entertainment and Sports Industries Chair for the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division for 2022-2023.
SOURCES:
American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/young_lawyers/
ABA Profile of the Legal Profession: https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/images/news/2020/08/2020-profile-of-the-legal-profession.pdf
National Bar Association: https://nationalbar.org/
Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association: https://www.besla.org/
Sports Lawyers Association: https://www.sportslaw.org/