Young Lawyers Section: Connections

As we move further into the new year, the YLS continues to stay active and engaged. From celebrating the achievements of our members to gathering for meaningful service and social events, we are grateful for the strong participation and momentum within our section. Thank you for your continued involvement and support as we build on an exciting start to the year.

YLS Hits the Ice with the Gargoyles

The YLS had a fantastic turnout at the Greensboro Gargoyles game on February 6, enjoying a great night of hockey as the Greensboro Gargoyles took on the Reading Royals. Thanks to everyone who joined us for a fun and energetic evening out with colleagues!

Celebrating Excellence in the YLS

At our February 19 membership meeting, the Young Lawyers Section was proud to celebrate Tyler Nullmeyer as the recipient of the GBA’s Outstanding Young Lawyer Award. Tyler’s leadership, professionalism, and sustained commitment to the bar made him a fitting and well-deserved honoree. Congratulations, Tyler!

Upcoming Service Events

Looking ahead, the YLS is excited to continue our commitment to service this March with two meaningful opportunities to give back. On March 2, 2026, we will prepare and serve a hot meal at Greensboro Urban Ministries for individuals experiencing homelessness and food insecurity, followed by a volunteer opportunity with Backpack Beginnings on March 26, 2026. These opportunities reflect the spirit of service at the heart of our Section, and we look forward to serving alongside one another. Registration details will be shared soon.

YLS Member Spotlight: Antoinette Stone, of Toussaint Law, PLLC

Antoinette A. Stone was born in Kingston, Jamaica and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. She graduated from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2023 and has been practicing since that time. Antoinette is an Associate Attorney at Toussaint Law, PLLC in Greensboro, North Carolina, where her practice focuses on probate, guardianship, family law, and personal injury.

A fun fact about Antoinette is that she was a DJ during her undergraduate years. Despite that creative pursuit, she knew from a very young age that she wanted to become a lawyer—so much so that she attended a middle school focused on democracy and law.

As a young lawyer, Antoinette believes some of the most important skills are the ability to pivot, learn quickly, and bring a fresh perspective to the practice of law. Early in practice, lawyers must be able to roll with the punches—mistakes and second-guessing are inevitable, but knowing when and how to pivot is essential. She also emphasizes that many lessons can only be learned through experience, making adaptability and quick learning critical.

Antoinette sees being a new lawyer as a strength, noting that fresh eyes and ideas often allow young attorneys to approach client issues creatively and think through problems in entirely new ways. One piece of advice that has stayed with her is the importance of courage—being courageous not only for clients, but also for oneself, colleagues, and the legal profession as a whole.

Connect with YLS

The Young Lawyers Section would like to celebrate the personal milestones and professional accomplishments of its members. Email YLS at younglawyerssection@greensborobar.org to share achievements that you would like celebrated on our social media platform and in the GBA’s member newsletter!