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Ethics Opinion 345
Reimbursement of Interest Charges Incurred When a Lawyer Uses The Firm's Line of Credit to Advance the Costs of the Representation
https://www.dcbar.org/for-lawyers/legal-ethics/ethics-opinions-210-present/ethics-opinion-345
An Eviction Crisis May Have Been Averted, But Experts Say Lingering Issues Remain
Professor Norrinda Brown Hayat says that that the United States should look at comparative laws in other countries around subsidized housing.
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
Understanding Law Firm Expenses: Hard Costs vs. Soft Costs
Managing expenses is vital for optimizing a law firm’s financial health and profitability. However, the distinction between hard costs and soft costs can often lead to confusion. Understanding the difference between the two is crucial for legal professionals to gain a comprehensive view of a firm’s financial operations and ensure its sustainability for long-term success.
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
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
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.
