Volunteer With LMA

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.

Volunteer Leadership Pipeline

The first step in jump starting your LMA volunteer leadership journey or moving it to the next level starts with the Volunteer Leadership Pipeline. The Pipeline is LMA’s central database of each volunteer leader’s interests, experiences and demographics. This form stays open throughout the year, so feel free to submit your interest at any time. Local, Regional and International nominating Committees all utilize the Pipeline for current and prospective positions.

Complete the Volunteer Leadership Pipeline Form

Current Volunteer Opportunities

International Board of Directors

The formal call for the six open positions on the 2027 LMA International Board of Directors closed on April 22, 2026.

Regional Governing Boards and Local Steering Committees

Calls for Regional Governing Boards to submit interest will launch on Thursday, June 18 and the submission portal will close on Friday, July 17, 2026. Local Steering Committees will begin their nominations process in Fall 2026.

View the role description of each Board position here.

Click on a region below to expand and view its open Regional Governing Board positions.

LMA Canada Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
LMA Europe Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Director at Large – Communications (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Continental Europe (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Region Networking (2-year commitment)
LMA Mid-Atlantic Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Director at Large – Regional Programming (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Sponsorship (2-year commitment)
LMA Midwest Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
LMA Northeast Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Secretary (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Affinity Groups (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Communications (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Sponsorship (2-year commitment)
LMA Southeast Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Secretary (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large (2-year commitment)
LMA Southwest Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Secretary (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Communications (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Membership (2-year commitment)
LMA West Board Positions
  • President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect in 2027, President in 2028, Immediate Past President in 2029)
  • Treasurer-Elect (2-year commitment: Treasurer-Elect in 2027, Treasurer in 2028)
  • Secretary (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Communications (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Membership (2-year commitment)
  • Director at Large – Programming (2-year commitment)

 

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.
Get to Know Current Volunteer Leaders

LMA's strategic plan is carried out through our Board of Directors, Committees, Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) and Task Forces. Each Committee, SIG or Task Force has co-chairs that usually serve a two-year term. Any LMA member is eligible to serve on a committee. 

Meet LMA Leaders

Volunteer Leadership Training and Development Resources

LMA is always working to provide members with opportunities to advance their leadership development skills. Volunteer roles are an important and impactful way to grow your talents, expand upon your current responsibilities, and build long-term benefits to your career. Both current and prospective volunteer leaders can explore the below resources for more insights to strengthen their leadership development skills.

 

Foundational Volunteer Leadership Training Materials

  • Elevating Your Career: Personal Leadership and Management in Legal Marketing  
    This session explores necessary skills for leadership and management within law firm marketing departments. Our panel of experts provide insights into cross-functional collaboration, defining and developing personal and professional identity, practical execution of strategies, and leveraging tools and technology for professional growth. You'll gain valuable strategies to advance your career and contribute more effectively to your organization.  

  • On the Rise: LMA Leadership Training  
    Feedback provides a great opportunity to develop skills, identify strengths, and address areas for improvement. During this session, you’ll hear the key methods for both giving and receiving feedback, which can be applied to a wide range of situations.  

  • The First Five: Laying the Foundation for Future Leaders  
    Beginning a career in legal marketing can be intimidating. This session for legal marketers, coordinators, or specialists offers practical tips for developing within your firm while carefully managing and owning your career.  

  • What’s in It for Me – LMA Leadership and Career Growth  
    Volunteer leadership positions make you a better professional and more valuable to your organization. During this session, hear from three experienced leaders on best practices for leadership involvement, tips and tricks for inspiring the next generation, and how to start your volunteer leadership track in LMA. 

Continued Volunteer Leadership Development

  • Calling On All Intentional Leaders – Our World Needs You!  
    Intentional leadership takes courage, practice, and awareness. In this presentation we’ll define the benefits of intentional leadership, both in our professional and personal lives, and offer daily skills to employ as a legal industry professional.  

  • Leadership Lessons from Battlefield to Boardroom  
    In this webinar, examine what traits and skills lead to effective leadership and receive tangible tips to develop effective leadership characteristics.  

  • Leading with DEI  
    Legal marketers play an important and ever-growing role in driving and implementing equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within law firms. Our esteemed panel of legal marketing and diversity professionals share their experiences, obstacles, successes, and priorities related to DEI, with a focus on ways legal marketers can take the lead on making real progress.  

  • Utilizing Our Most Precious Resource: Strategies for Effective Volunteer Engagement 
    Volunteers provide ideas, energy, and muscle to achieve an organization's mission. 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. You can also leverage these best practices to increase attorney engagement in marketing initiatives at your own firm. 

Articles and Podcasts 

  • Resources to Inspire Leadership 
    To be a good leader, arguably the best thing you can do is learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. Check out this list of leadership resources which includes books, videos, and more.  

  • Being a Great Leader in the Legal Marketing Industry  
    In this podcast, hear our two speakers share their thoughts on what it takes to be a great leader in the legal marketing industry. They share insights into various leadership styles and approaches.   

 

Looking for more insight into how you can strengthen your leadership skills? 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.

Why I Volunteer...

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.