August 24, 2021
Superior Court Extends Rules Emergency Through November
The Superior Court of the District of Columbia issued Administrative Order 21-09 on August 23, extending for 90 days the rules emergency declared on May 26, 2021.
August 19, 2021
Comment on Judge Thompson’s Application for Senior Status
The D.C. Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure is inviting comments on the qualifications and fitness of Judge Phyllis Thompson, who is seeking recommendation for an initial appointment as a senior judge on the D.C. Court of Appeals upon her retirement in September.
August 17, 2021
Superior Court Issues Order Regarding Access to Juvenile Records
On August 17 the Superior Court of the District of Columbia issued Administrative Order 21-08 authorizing the D.C. Fire & Emergency Medical Services Fire/Arson Investigation Unit to inspect juvenile case and law enforcement records.
August 11, 2021
Pro Bono Center’s Rebecca K. Troth Steps Down as Executive Director
After four years of service, Rebecca K. Troth is leaving her post as executive director of the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center, wrapping up a tenure that saw the organization transform the lives of tens of thousands of District residents in need of pro bono legal services.
August 10, 2021
In Sports and in Law, Paralympian Attorneys Show Drive for Excellence
Now that the Summer Olympics are over, other athletes are gearing up for the Paralympic Games opening on August 24 in Tokyo. One of those competitors is Sidley Austin LLP associate Matthew Simpson, who will represent the United States in goalball.
August 10, 2021
Superior Court Seeks Comment on Proposed Changes to Probate Rules
The Superior Court of the District of Columbia recently completed its review of proposed amendments to the Superior Court Rules of the Probate Division.
August 04, 2021
Women Attorneys Learn About Obstacles, Considerations in Running for Political Office
On July 30 the D.C. Bar Communities hosted part two of its inaugural Legislative Women’s Collective, where attendees heard inspiring yet candid stories from the keynote speakers and received practical guidance on the ethical considerations of running for office.
August 04, 2021
Panelists Explain What Defunding the Police Means for the Community
What does “defund the police” mean here in the District of Columbia and in 2021? On August 3 the D.C. Bar Communities brought together a panel of activists and advocates to discuss what the social justice slogan really means and how it relates to police reforms currently under consideration in the District.
August 03, 2021
Member Spotlight: William McCaskill Stays True to His Social Justice Roots
A passion for community service has defined the life and legacy that William McCaskill is building. His zeal for education and social justice began as a child, with a mother who was a registered nurse and a father who served in Vietnam.
August 03, 2021
D.C. Superior Court Issues Administrative Order on Prisoner Transfer
On August 2 the Superior Court of the District of Columbia issued Administrative Order 21-07 stating that judges may not authorize the return to the District of prisoners held in custody of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) for post-conviction litigation.
