October 28, 2021
On October 27 the Superior Court of the District of Columbia issued Administrative Order 21-14 extending the deadline for Criminal Justice Act and Council for Child Abuse and Neglect Investigative Panel members to obtain background checks due to delays associated with COVID-19. The panel members must submit updated FBI and local background checks by June 30, 2022, to obtain certification of good standing.
February 09, 2026
On February 5 the D.C. Court of Appeals issued Order No. M293-26 introducing new D.C. App. R. 49(c)(14), which establishes a framework allowing trained community justice workers (CJWs) to provide legal assistance to people who cannot afford an attorney.
February 05, 2026
The District of Columbia Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is looking for qualified public or private sector attorneys to fill vacant administrative law judge (ALJ) positions.
January 28, 2026
The D.C. Bar seeks applicants to fill a Bar-appointed seat on the D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission.
January 28, 2026
The District of Columbia Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure (CJDT) has announced the appointment of its newest commissioner, Lloyd Liu, who replaced Judge Diane M. Brenneman effective January 2, 2026.
