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Inside Bar News
The latest issue of Bar News asks why prosecutor offices are struggling with staffing shortages and difficulty attracting applicants. We also look into implicit bias and discrimination facing Asian American female litigators and the broader systemic issues, including underrepresentation, and implicit bias.
LAMP Section Helps Vets Get to D.C. Memorials
The WSBA's Legal Assistance to Military Personnel (LAMP) Section recently gave a substantial donation to the Inland Northwest Honor Flight organization, whose mission is to transport our war veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials dedicated to honoring military service and sacrifices.
Judgeships Open for Appointment
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson seeks candidates for judicial appointments. Positions are open in King County Superior Court and Court of Appeals, District 1.
Bloggers Wanted
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Idaho Codifies ‘Entire File' Approach When WithdrawingÂ
Under ABA Model Rule 1.16(d), lawyers must surrender client papers upon withdrawal, but the definition of "papers and property" is unclear. Following this ambi...
2025 Mid-Session Report from the Washington Legislative Session
The 2025 legislative session began Jan. 13 and will focus on addressing a $15 billion budget deficit. Key bills being monitored include those related to loan r...
Seller Financing: An Alternative Land Contract Worth Considering
This post discusses the process and benefits of seller financing when purchasing land, particularly for buyers unable to secure traditional financing. It explo...
New WSBA Ethics Advisory Opinion on Reporting Client Data
The Washington State Bar Association's Advisory Opinion 202402 addresses lawyers' duties regarding client confidentiality, particularly in light of AI and data...
The History and Future of No-Fault Divorce in the U.S.
Last month, a rise in divorce inquiries was noted at a family law firm, possibly linked to political rhetoric surrounding no-fault divorce. California pioneere...
Legal Lunchboxâ„¢ Series: The New UFLAA - One Year Later
Join us for valuable seminar — free to WSBA members — about the changes and new requirements in the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act (UFLAA) over lunch on Jan. 28.
Rural Practice: Small Towns, Big Opportunities 3rd Annual Virtual Hiring Event
This event on April 4 is hosted by Gonzaga University School of Law, in partnership with the WSBA Small Town & Rural Practice Committee, Seattle University School of Law, and the University of Washington School of Law.
Employment Law Practice Primer Track 3: Ending the Employment Relationship
Join us March 26 to get the latest on employment law. The WSBA Practice Primer is a CLE series of three learning tracks that build upon one another to provide a solid educational foundation for practice in a substantive area of law.
MentorLink Mixer: You Passed the Bar! Now What?
The WSBA's MentorLink Mixers are unique, free-to-attend, one-time events that bring together people with similar interests in the legal profession. This mixer on Feb. 25 will focus on the topic of "You Passed the Bar! Now What?"
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Information about how and when to file a complaint against a legal professional in Washington state.
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Information about common ethical issues, such as conflict of interest, client confidentiality, withdrawal, client communications, fee arrangements, trust accounts, and advertising.
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The Washington State Bar Association Members Wellness Program promotes the health and well-being of WSBA members.
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Information and resources for closing or selling your practice, changing practice area, retiring, and getting advice.
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