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In the latest issue of Bar News, we go deep into the current state of the law concerning native Americans, including a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that could trigger a landmark shift in legal relations between tribes and states.
Access to Justice Conference
Registration is open for the 2023 Access to Justice Conference: Shifting Justice Towards Accountability and Trust Sept. 28-30 at the Tacoma Convention Center.
New Local Hero in Cowlitz County
Hon. Michael Evans with the Local Hero award in recognition of his professionalism on the bench and years of dedication to access to justice in Cowlitz County.
New Local Hero in Clark County
Zachary H. Stoumbos recently was named WSBA's latest Local Hero in recognition of his volunteerism and exceptional professionalism as a lawyer and mentor in Clark County.
The Blake Refund Program and Washington's 39 Flavors of Rabbit Hole
“Welcome to my rabbit hole, Colin,†Ali Hohman said, “where dreams go to die.†Hohman is mostly joking—mostly. She's the director of legal services f...
Court of Appeals Issues Rare Decision on Litigation Privilege
In late June, Division I of the Washington Court of Appeals issued a comparatively rare decision on the “litigation privilege.â€
Warhol Foundation Doesn't Benefit From ‘Plagiarist Privilege'
Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. V. Goldsmith concerns whether the Andy Warhol Foundation (AWF) infringed the copyright held by Lynn Goldsmith ...
Federal Court Finds No Private Right of Action for Unauthorized Practice
The federal district court in Tacoma recently ruled that there is no private right of action for the unauthorized practice of law under RCW 2.48.180. Wise v. E...
What Happened in the 2023 Washington Legislative Session
The 105-day 2023 legislative session began on Jan. 9 and adjourned sine die on April 23. Legislators passed a two-year, $69.2 billion state operating budget pr...
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Solo and Small Practice
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Trust Account Declaration
What legal professionals in Washington state need to know about trust accounts.
Moderate Means Program
The Moderate Means Program (MMP) is a state-wide program designed to bridge this gap with attorneys who offer reduced-fee assistance in family, housing, and consumer law cases.
IOLTA and Client Trust Accounts
Learn more on how to manage a trust account and recordkeeping requirements.
Member Wellness Program
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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Managing Your Practice
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Guides
WSBA's guides include Document Retention, Disaster Planning, Cybersecurity, and Hanging Your Shingle.
UNBAR
The Unbar is the only attorneys Alcoholics Anonymous group in Washington state and has been meeting together since 1986. This supportive group of attorneys has helped thousands of attorneys in recovery.
