March 20, 2026
Apply to Serve on Judicial Evaluation Committee
The D.C. Bar Board of Governors is seeking candidates for appointment this spring to the Judicial Evaluation Committee.
March 16, 2026
Litigator Juanita Ferguson Appointed to CJDT
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
Comment on Fitness of 13 Applicants for Superior Court Vacancy
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
Meet President-Elect Candidate Amy L. Bess
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.
March 12, 2026
Meet President-Elect Candidate Josh Mogil
Learn about Josh Mogil's platform for D.C. Bar president-elect, from rule of law advocacy to enhanced member services. Read his full candidate profile today.
March 12, 2026
Committee on Unauthorized Practice of Law Announces Vacancies
The District of Columbia Court of Appeals is seeking applications to fill attorney vacancies on its Committee on Unauthorized Practice of Law (CUPL). The deadline to send applications is Friday, May 29, 2026.
March 12, 2026
At UN Event, D.C. Bar President Sadina Montani Underscores Need for Integrated Court Models to Support Women
In New York City on March 10, D.C. Bar President Sadina Montani addressed attendees of a corollary program during the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
March 11, 2026
To Mark Women’s History Month, Montani Speaks on Progress and Responsibility
In celebration of Women’s History Month, D.C. Bar President Sadina Montani reflects on key milestones in the history of women in the law and the trailblazers who have influenced her career as a lawyer. In a video message, Montani also shares her perspective on the responsibility of bar leaders to ensure that the progress women have achieved in the legal profession is not only safeguarded but also meaningfully advanced.
March 11, 2026
Mock Trials, Real Lessons: Youth Law Fair Inspires Future Legal Minds
On March 7, dozens of high school students from the Washington, D.C., area flocked to D.C. Superior Court for the 27th Melvin R. Wright Youth Law Fair, a popular annual event cosponsored by the D.C. Bar Communities.
March 09, 2026
Comment on Proposed Changes to D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct 1.15 and 1.16
The D.C. Bar Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee is seeking public comment on two separate proposals to amend D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct 1.15 (Safekeeping Property) and 1.16 (Declining or Terminating Representation). Comments are due by close of business on May 8, 2026.
