September 24, 2020
The District of Columbia Court of Appeals has issued an Order pertaining to the October 2020 D.C. bar exam and the process of admission to the D.C. Bar. The Order can be found here.
The D.C. Bar plays no role in the admission process. Any questions about the Court’s Order should be directed to the District of Columbia Court of Appeals Committee on Admissions at 202-879-2710 , or by email at [email protected].
March 20, 2026
The D.C. Bar Board of Governors is seeking candidates for appointment this spring to the Judicial Evaluation Committee.
March 16, 2026
On March 11, Juanita F. Ferguson was sworn in as the newest member of the District of Columbia Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure (CJDT), replacing William Lightfoot, who served for 25 years.
March 16, 2026
On March 12 the District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission announced that there are 13 applicants for the pending judicial vacancy on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia created by the resignation of Judge Maurice A. Ross.
March 12, 2026
Learn about Amy L. Bess, candidate for D.C. Bar president-elect 2026–2027, and her platform on mentorship and leadership. Read her full profile today.
