J.L. Turner Legal Association Mission

The J.L. Turner Legal Association (“JLTLA”), is the African-American bar association in Dallas, Texas. JLTLA is also the Dallas affiliate of the National Bar Association. The J.L. Turner Legal Association Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization which exists and operates separately from JLTLA.

JLTLA is an organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life in our community through education, service and scholarship. The members of JLTLA provide scholarships to law students demonstrating financial or other needs, provide attorney mentors for law students, perform educational and other community outreach projects for North Texas area residents, and assist our members and the community to become more aware of African-American attorneys who practice in various areas of the law.‍

2026 J.L. Turner Legal Association Board of Directors Call For Nominations

The Annual Meeting with elections of the J.L. Turner Legal Association will be held IN PERSON at Arts District Mansion on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:00pm. Nominations for the 2026 JLTLA Officers and Board of Directors are open, and will close on Tuesday, October 14 at 4:00pm.

  1. President-Elect
  2. Vice-President
  3. Treasurer
  4. Recording Secretary
  5. Corresponding Secretary
  6. Parliamentarian
  7. Director 1, 2, 3

Election Voting Procedures

All voting will take place by paper ballot during the Annual Meeting on October 14, 2025. Only active members who are present may vote. Election results will be announced by 5:00 p.m. on October 15, 2025. For questions about your membership status, contact membership JLTLAsocialmedia@gmail.com

For nominations or for more information about the positions duties please complete/ view the nominations form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJw0X24TdQl-C3rP_u_uF9Rrt3iNdMXfHR6KYbvjOZEp1qcQ/viewform?usp=dialog


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Be part of a dynamic network committed to empowering African-American legal professionals in Dallas and beyond. As a member, you’ll gain access to exclusive CLEs and events, mentorship opportunities, pro bono initiatives, community outreach, and a strong professional network. Your membership supports scholarships, advocacy, and the promotion of Black excellence in the legal field. Join us in making a lasting impact.

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