June 22, 2026
D.C. Bar Named a Top Workplace in 2026
The D.C. Bar earned a 2026 Washington, D.C., Top Workplace honor for the second consecutive year, based on confidential employee survey results via Energage.
June 18, 2026
Presidents Reception Celebrates $1 Million Raised for Pro Bono Center
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center raised $1,029,000 at its Presidents Reception, honoring 18,000 hours of free legal aid and welcoming incoming Bar president Diane Seltzer.
June 16, 2026
Montani, Other G7 Bar Leaders Issue Call to Action in Protecting Rule of Law
D.C. Bar President Sadina Montani and bar leaders from G7 nations urge heads of state to make rule of law a concrete political priority at the Évian-les-Bains summit.
June 16, 2026
JNC Announces Superior Court Vacancy
Qualified individuals may apply for a Superior Court of DC vacancy following the passing of Judge Lynn Leibovitz. Deadline: noon on July 7.
June 11, 2026
Comment on Reappointment of Judges Fisher and Smith
The D.C. Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure seeks public comment on the reappointment of Judges Gerald I. Fisher and Judith Smith as senior judges.
June 08, 2026
Josh Mogil Wins as D.C. Bar President-Elect
WilmerHale attorney Joshua L. Mogil elected D.C. Bar president-elect for 2026-2027, alongside new treasurer-elect John R. Ingrassia and five new Board of Governors members.
May 26, 2026
D.C. Bar Communities Announce 2026 Lawyer of the Year Awardees
The D.C. Bar Communities name 12 members as 2026 Lawyers of the Year, honoring leaders across practice areas from tax law to health law and government contracts.
May 21, 2026
In Virtual Forum, President-Elect Candidates Pitch Platforms to Lead the Bar
D.C. Bar members heard from president-elect candidates Joshua L. Mogil and Amy L. Bess at a May 20 virtual forum covering pro bono service, access to justice, and budget cuts.
May 20, 2026
D.C. Bar Seeks Candidates for Committee Vacancies
D.C. Bar members and nonlawyers interested in serving on standing committees — including ILPC, Pro Bono, and CLE — may apply by June 26 by submitting a résumé and cover letter.
May 19, 2026
D.C. Court of Appeals Debuts Virtual Tour
The D.C. Court of Appeals debuted a 360-degree virtual courthouse tour offering the public, lawyers, and educators an interactive look at appellate history and procedure.
