YCP NYC Executive Panel with Napa Legal

Join us for an evening of thought-provoking discussion as we explore the virtue of Courage and its profound impact on the legal profession, leadership, and society at large. In partnership with Napa Legal​, this event will feature distinguished legal experts who will share their insights on how courage and justice shape their professional journeys and personal lives.

About Napa Legal & The Good Counselor Project Fellowship:

Napa Legal is dedicated to equipping attorneys and nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of law, faith, and freedom. Their Good Counselor Project (GCP) Fellowship​ invites attorneys to view the law not just as a profession, but as a vocation from God to serve the common good. Through this program, attorneys engage in two in-person retreats, four virtual seminars, and monthly lectures from professionals at the intersection of faith and society. GCP Fellows receive formation, build lasting friendships, and join a growing national network of faithful attorneys committed to transforming society through service and support of faith and freedom.

Our Panelists:

• Frank DeVito​: Counsel at Napa Legal and former solicitor for the Carbon County, PA Children & Youth Services Agency. Frank is a published author in legal and cultural matters, bringing extensive experience in public service and nonprofit legal work.
• Mary Margaret (Beecher) Bush​: Vice President & Executive Director of Napa Legal Institute, with expertise in nonprofit law, corporate governance, and financial compliance. Mary Margaret is dedicated to guiding nonprofit organizations through complex legal challenges.
• John Ketcham​: Attorney, legal policy fellow, and Director of Cities at the Manhattan Institute. His expertise includes housing, local elections, infrastructure, and more, particularly in New York City and State. John also serves as the president of the Long Island City Lawyers Club and the treasurer of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy in Astoria, Queens.

Moderator:

• Karl Kilb​: An adjunct professor at Fordham Law School, Karl Kilb brings extensive expertise in legal matters and media. With a distinguished background as the CEO of a financial technology company and over 20 years at Bloomberg LP, including as General Counsel, Karl has a unique perspective on the intersection of law, technology, and media. His experience makes him an excellent guide for this evening's discussion on the role of courage in the legal profession and beyond.

Event Run of Show:

• 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Doors open for networking with a cash bar, free food, and professional photos.
• 7:00 - 7:15 PM: Opening remarks, prayer, and a musical performance.
• 7:15 - 7:45 PM: Individual Talks from our panelists, offering unique perspectives on the intersection of courage, justice, and faith.
• 7:45 - 8:30 PM: Panel Discussion moderated by Karl Kilb, exploring deeper themes of courage in the legal field and beyond.
• 8:30 - 8:45 PM: Audience Q&A, providing attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the panelists.
• 8:45 - 9:00 PM: Closing prayer and final thoughts to wrap up the evening.

This event offers a unique opportunity for networking and engaging in a meaningful conversation about how courage and justice serve as guiding principles in both legal practice and leadership. It's also a great occasion to learn more about the Good Counselor Project Fellowship and how Napa Legal is shaping the future of faithful legal service.

We hope you'll join us for this enriching experience!