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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
Oliver Jury Bridges the Divides in Pro Bono
Before attending law school at American University, Oliver Jury tackled landlord–tenant and small business disputes for Open Communities, a Chicago-area nonprofit that advocates for fair and affordable housing through community-based mediation.
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.
Nonprofit Success Stories
Nonprofit Success Stories
https://www.dcbar.org/pro-bono/free-legal-help/help-for-nonprofits/nonprofit-success-stories
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.
Help for Nonprofits
Help for Nonprofits
https://www.dcbar.org/pro-bono/free-legal-help/help-for-nonprofits
Advocacy & Justice Clinic to Celebrate 30th Anniversary by Recognizing Pro Bono Excellence
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center’s Advocacy & Justice Clinic will host a 30th Anniversary Celebration on October 1, 2024, when eight law firms and the Federal Government Pro Bono Program will be honored with the prestigious Stephen J. Pollak Pro Bono Award.
https://www.dcbar.org/pro-bono/news/advocacy-justice-clinic-to-celebrate-30th-annivers
Task Force Seeks Comment on Recommendations for Closing Civil Justice Gap
The Civil Legal Regulatory Reform Task Force at the District of Columbia Courts is seeking public comment on its report recommending ways to address the gap in access to civil legal services, one that pro bono attorneys alone cannot resolve.
https://www.dcbar.org/news-events/news/task-force-seeks-comment-on-recommendations-for-cl
