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“I believe this will be an impactful meeting,” Mr. Pringle said. “There will be opportunities to establish good relationships between attorneys who don’t already know each other and give members the opportunity to con nect with members of the judiciary. I would love to see some new faces.” Second, a refreshed strategic plan for the OBA is in the works – this is the first time in nearly 20 years that the OBA has updated its strategic plan. The third goal is an increase in OBA member dues. “The last member dues increase was approved in 2004,” he said. “The financial stewardship has lasted a long time, but we need to stay relevant and maintain top talent, position ourselves for the changes coming. We want to make sure the bar is impactful in further ing the administration of justice.” The final major goal is strength ening meaningful and positive connections with OBA members. “Our society has become so digi tal we’ve lost a lot of connection,” he said. “I want us to focus on human connection, healthy engagement. It’s better for our clients, better for our relationships with other attorneys, to meet and talk to people in person.” Although many significant changes have occurred and more are coming, Mr. Pringle has not shied away from the opportunity to serve. He is embracing these challenges with open arms and is ready for the opportunity to help guide the OBA into the future. “We may see more changes,” he said. “This is a big moment of change in society, and artificial intel ligence will accelerate that change – the legal field is adapting more to digital and technology changes. But while the application may change, as lawyers, our principles don’t.”

The Pringle family enjoying a vacation at the beach, summer 2023.

Ms. Buchanan Hart is the OBA assistant director of communications.

The Pringle family – Andrea and Miles holding their two young sons, Fischer (left) and Harrison (right)

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