D.C. Bar Mourns Passing of Former President Daniel Rezneck
Daniel Rezneck, former senior assistant attorney general for the District Columbia and fourth president of...
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2021 Judicial & Bar Conference
Join judges, D.C. Bar leaders, and members of the legal community for a virtual discussion on the impacts of the pandemic on access to justice, the power of technology, and the future of the practice of law.
Learn MoreWashington Lawyer January/February Issue Is Now Online
The new year brings renewed attention on wellness. Find inspiration with articles on ensuring financial well-being, achieving a fulfilling retirement, overcoming setbacks, and asking for help.
Learn MoreWelcome to the D.C. Bar Online Catalog
The D.C. Bar is pleased to announce our Continuing Legal Education (CLE), Communities, Practice Management, Publications and Pro Bono Center content and engagement opportunities are now accessible via our new online catalog.
Learn MoreNewly Updated D.C. Practice Manual Now on Sale
The 28th edition of this comprehensive manual is now available for purchase. The book brings together the knowledge of hundreds of experienced practitioners covering the basics of law in D.C.
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Call for Nominations
The D.C. Bar is now accepting candidates for its 2021 elections. Nominations are open for president-elect, secretary, and treasurer; five members of the Board of Governors; and three delegates to the ABA House of Delegates. Submit nominations by Feb. 26.
LEARN MORELatest News
Legal Ethics Committee Adopts New Opinions
The D.C. Bar Legal Ethics Committee has issued Opinion 380 and Opinion 381.
Conference Will Assess Pandemic’s Lasting Impacts on Legal Practice
On April 22 and 23 the D.C. Bar and the D.C. Courts will continue their tradition of bringing together jud...
Foreign Policy Experts Share Thoughts on Navigating Crisis
On February 18 the Washington Foreign Law Society hosted part one of its two-part conversation with attorn...
Apply for the 2020 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll
The District of Columbia Courts is seeking to recognize attorneys who devoted 50 hours or more to pro bono...
Upcoming Events
REMOTE PROGRAM: Post-COVID Return to Work: Making a New Normal Work for You and Your Organization
Market Insights in Transactional Law: Trends in Drafting & Technology 2021 (Class by Webinar)
REMOTE PROGRAM: Wealth Management Series: Understanding Your Benefits
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center transforms lives by providing free legal assistance to individuals, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses through volunteer lawyers.
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