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NAPD Leadership Legal Aid 2026



Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Stepping into a new leadership role—whether as a first-time leader or middle manager—requires more than a new title. It demands a shift in mindset, relationships, and responsibility. This session prepares emerging and mid-level leaders to navigate the complexities of transition with clarity and confidence. Participants will explore the common pitfalls of leadership transitions, learn how to establish credibility without overextending themselves, and develop strategies to lead former peers, manage up, and build strong, accountable teams. This session provides practical tools to help new leaders move from individual contributor to strategic influencer.

Session Goals:
  1. Identify key mindset shifts required to successfully transition into a new leadership role.
  2. Develop strategies for building credibility, trust, and authority with teams and senior leadership.
  3. Create a 30–60–90 day action framework to guide decision-making, relationship building, and performance expectations during the transition period.
  4. Navigate the new role from co-worker to leader 

Speakers
avatar for Lori James

Lori James

Executive Director, National Association for Public Defense
Dr. Lori James, PhD, LCSW-C, is the Executive Director of the National Association for Public Defense (NAPD), representing more than 27,000 public defense professionals nationwide to drive systemic legal reform. With over 30 years of experience spanning criminal legal reform, clinical... Read More →
Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

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