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Inside Bar News
In the latest edition of Washington State Bar News, ethics guru Mark Fucile examines the notion of working remotely and the risks facing employers in this new reality. And what does it take to build a great mentoring relationship? Just one simple word...
COVID-19 Legal Needs Checklist
Check out the new clearing house for legal needs arising from COVID-19. It's provided by the Access to Justice Board and the Alliance for Equal Justice.
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Visit the Events Calendar to find out what's happening at the Bar.
Bloggers Wanted
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Legal Multitasking: The Advantages of Multiple Section Membership
More than 10,000 WSBA members are also members of the nearly 30 sections spread across the many diverse practice areas of the law. Through sections, these memb...
Washington Supreme Court Outlines Contours of Confidentiality Rule
The Washington Supreme Court recently addressed the scope of the confidentiality rule RPC 1.6 in In re Cross. Cross had represented a client in a criminal case...
8 Supreme Court Cases to Watch in the 2021-2022 Term
The U.S. Supreme Court's 2021-2022 term is in session and, as usual, there will be some closely watched cases. The Court now sits at a 6-3 conservative superma...
10 Must-Read Books for the Law Student or Lawyer in Your Life
Law students and lawyers are always looking for ways to gather more knowledge. For the knowledge-hungry law student or lawyer in your life, here are 10 must-re...
NWSidebar's Top 10 Most-Read Blogs in 2021
It's hard to believe that 2021 is already over. After a painfully slow 2020 during which the entire world was coming to grips with a (hopefully) once-in-a-life...
In the Justice System: Vulnerabilities for People with Disabilities During the Pandemic
The pandemic has made people with disabilities in restricted settings more vulnerable than ever. Our panel will discuss changes needed to address disparities and ensure that people with disabilities aren’t further disabled by institutional approaches. Join us for this special CLE Nov. 19.
Legal Lunchbox™: Productivity and ADHD in Law: Actionable Strategies for Overcoming Intense Productivity Demands and Finding Balance
November's free Legal Lunchbox CLE focuses on the unique challenges facing legal professionals who struggle with ADHD and productivity. Learn about these common challenges attorneys experience and concrete approaches for navigating them.
Board of Governors Meeting Jan. 13-14
The next Board of Governors meeting will be held Jan. 13-14 in Seattle and via Zoom.
Systemic Racism and the Child Welfare System
A conversation about transracial placements in the foster care system. This CLE is scheduled for noon Dec. 13.
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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.
Lending Library
Borrow books from our Lending Library to expand your expertise on practice management.
