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Shaun M. Snyder Wins as D.C. Bar President-Elect
Shaun M. Snyder, executive director of the National Association of State Treasurers, has been elected president-elect of the D.C. Bar for the 2023–2024 term. He will serve in that position for one year starting July 1 before becoming president in 2024. With Snyder’s election, incumbent President-Elect Charles R. Lowery Jr., senior policy director at the National Housing Conference, will become the Bar’s 52nd president.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/shaun-m-snyder-wins-as-d-c-bar-president-elect
Summit Panelists Identify Solutions for Closing Racial Wealth Gap
As part of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit on June 4, the D.C. Bar presented “The Forgotten 40 Acres,” a breakout session detailing how real property and tax laws contributed to the racial wealth gap in the country.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/summit-panelists-identify-solutions-for-closing-ra
Author Spotlight: Mark Cushing Explores America’s Rise as Pet Nation
Today advocates are seeking to elevate the status of pets from property to family, deserving of rights and protections as humans. Mark L. Cushing, a business lawyer and founding partner and CEO of the Animal Policy Group, explores this cultural transformation and its legal and economic implications.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/author-spotlight-mark-cushing-explores-america’s-r
From Morning Routines to Mindset Shifting, Wellness Summit Offers Actionable Tips for Lawyers
Wellness leaders gathered virtually on June 14 for the third annual Wellness Summit, hosted by the D.C. Bar Communities and D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP). Attracting more than 200 attendees, the daylong event consisted of five sessions offering practical tips for lawyers, which ranged from embracing a healthier work–life balance to shifting away from negative mindsets.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/from-morning-routines-to-mindset-shifting,-wellnes
Tips on Buying Reliable Used Cars and Trucks for a Fair Price
Consumers considering the purchase of a used car or truck can increase their chances of getting a good vehicle at a fair price—and avoiding real "lemons"—by following these tips.
D.C. Bar to Host Elaine Weiss Book Talk and Signing
On November 12 the D.C. Bar will host a book talk and signing with award-winning journalist Elaine Weiss, author of the highly acclaimed book The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/d-c-bar-to-host-elaine-weiss-book-talk-and-signing
A Guide to Financial Aid and Resources to Manage the Pandemic
Small law firms in need of financial assistance because of the COVID-19 crisis have several resources to rely on, but plan to be patient as there is a lot of demand for aid.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/a-guide-to-financial-aid-and-resources-to-manage-t
Nominations Committee Announces 2021 Candidates for Bar Office
The 2021 D.C. Bar general and Communities elections will run from April 29 to May 24. Voting is exclusively online.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/nominations-committee-announces-2021-candidates-fo
Communities Program Planning Form
The Communities are invited to start their program planning for FY 21-22. As a part of this planning process, Community steering committee members and planners will have an opportunity to meet with the Communities Office Staff to discuss programming strategies, processes and content development for the upcoming year.
Process for New Admittees
After being sworn in, you have 12 months to complete the Mandatory Course before facing administrative suspension. The course is not required for those admitted as a Special Legal Consultant (SLC).
https://www.dcbar.org/for-lawyers/mandatory-course/process-for-new-admittees
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Carroll Savage: ERISA Expert Who Sailed Through His Career
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