Committees & Programs

Board of Directors

 

WLG’s Board of Directors oversees all network activities, as well as the WLG Staff Team. Comprised of nine members and led by the president, the Board:

  • Sets policies and oversees their compliance.
  • Sets and oversees organizational goals and strategies.
  • Works closely with the WLG Staff Team, Membership Committee, and Business Development Committee.

The goals of the 2021–2023 Board are as follows:

  • Promote meaningful collaboration through in-person and virtual events, and other activities to increase referral opportunities;
  • Promote WLG internally and externally, and encourage the active involvement of as many member firm lawyers and professionals as possible; and
  • Be a socially responsible organization.

 

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Member Firm News South Africa
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