DENVER – Registration is now open for the Your Honor: Journey to the Bench symposium to be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Colorado Bar Association at 1290 N. Broadway, Denver, CO 80203.
The event is hosted by the Judicial Officer Outreach Program and sponsored by the Denver Bar Association. This dynamic, in-person symposium is specifically designed for attorneys and aspiring judges preparing to pursue a judicial appointment within the next 1–3 years, as well as current judges exploring opportunities on a higher court.
There will be seven engaging sessions offered that feature judicial officers from across the state as they share their experiences, practical advice, insights, and proven best practices:
1. Behind the Robe: A Day in the Life of a Judge
2. Building Bridges: Establishing Connections for Judicial Success
3. The Judicial Nomination Process: Getting Your Name in the Room
4. Silencing Self-Doubt: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
5. The Judicial Nomination Process: Getting Your Name in the Room
6. Silencing Self-Doubt: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
7. Ethics in Action: Upholding Integrity on the Bench
The event will also include Judges in a Flash: Speed Networking with the Bench, a high-energy session where attendees connect directly with judicial officers, ask questions, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights in a dynamic, structured setting.
“Judicial leadership begins with intention, preparation, and a deep commitment to serve. Your Honor: Journey to the Bench Symposium provides an honest and practical look at the path to the judiciary,” said Nga Vương-Sandoval, judicial officer outreach program lead.
Space is limited. Register by 5:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026, to secure your spot at this free, engaging, and interactive event. Registration closes once capacity is reached.
To register, visit: https://forms.office.com/g/QTC9jMV3CK
For questions, please contact Nga Vương-Sandoval, judicial officer outreach program lead at nga.vuongsandoval@judicial.state.co.us.
