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D.C. District Court Announces Committee Vacancy

March 23, 2026

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on its Advisory Committee on Procedures. This committee studies the rules and internal operating procedures of the Court of Appeals and makes recommendations to the court on possible enhancements, including ways to improve the administration of justice.

The successful candidate will serve a three-year term starting on July 1, 2026. D.C. Bar members who are interested in applying should submit a résumé by May 1 to Circuit Executive Spencer Hallett at [email protected].

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