MSBA Welcomes the 2026 Leadership Academy Fellows!
The program, founded in 1996, was built on the vision of creating new pathways for lawyers from all backgrounds to find a sense of belonging within the MSBA and the broader legal community.
MSBA welcomes the newest cohort of the Leadership Academy, the Class of 2025-26. The opening ceremony, held on August 20, 2025, at Blackwall Barn and Lodge in Columbia, celebrated the 13 distinguished lawyers embarking on this transformative journey.
The Leadership Academy’s Mission
The MSBA Leadership Academy is a cornerstone of MSBA’s mission to help good lawyers become great leaders. The program, founded in 1996, was built on the vision of creating new pathways for lawyers from all backgrounds to find a sense of belonging within the MSBA and the broader legal community.
Over the next 12 months, this new class will embark on a transformative journey, sharpening their skills in vital areas like public speaking, media relations, and effective meeting management. They will also apply their new leadership skills to a public service project, directly benefiting the community.