2016-2017 Leadership Academy
Application Form
Eligibility Requirements:
Must have three to six years’ experienceregardless of age.
Must be a member of the State Bar of Texas in good standing.
Must be a member of the Tax Section of the State Bar of Texas. (If not a member, must join prior to the commencement of the Leadership Academy.)
Must be willing to commit to attending all four sessions.
Note: Only one candidate per firm office may be accepted from firms with more than one office.
TentativeMeeting Dates and Cities:
March 24-25, 2016 – San Antonio, TX
June 15-17, 2016 – Fort Worth, TX (in conjunction with the State Bar of Texas Annual Mtg.)
September 22-23, 2016 – Houston, TX
January 19, 2017 – Austin, TX
Cost and Payment:
The admission fee for the SBOT Tax Section Leadership Academy is $750.00.
Payment will be requested for each applicant upon notification of acceptance to the program.
Scholarships are available, on a limited basis, for qualified applicants to cover the admission fee.
Each participant is responsible for their travel and hotel expenses.
Application Process:DEADLINE: JANUARY 15, 2016
To apply for the SBOT Tax Section Leadership Academy either:
Complete and scan the application and email with any attachments to:
Vicki McCullough,
Complete the application and mail with attachments to:
Vicki McCullough
SBOT Tax Section Leadership Academy
5114 Balcones Woods Dr. # 307-419
Austin, TX 78759
The Leadership Academy committee will consider and respond in writing to all applications received.
Application Form
Section I – Personal Information
First NameMiddle InitialLast Name
Firm
Firm Mailing Address
CityStateZip Code
Work Telephone NumberMobile Number
Email Address
State Bar Number
Gender:Ma Male Female
Section II – Work Experience
Number of years working as an attorney:
Areas of expertise
Include a summary of your work experience or attach a copy of your resume.
Section III – Recommendation
Attach a letter of recommendation from your Supervisor, Manager or Partner/Shareholder or other attorney with prior approval from the Leadership Development Committee. To obtain approval for a letter of recommendation from someone other than a Supervisor, Manager or Partner, please contact Christi Mondrik ( or 512.542.9300) or Dan Baucum or 817.877.2820).
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Application Form
Section IV – Personal Statement
Why are you interested in participating in the Tax Section of the State Bar of Texas Leadership Academy? (Attach additional pages, if necessary.)
Section V – Participant Commitment
I commit to actively participate in the Tax Section of the State Bar of Texas Leadership Academy and attend each session.
Applicant’s Signature
Print NameDate
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Tax Section of the State Bar of Texas