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In the the latest issue of Washington State Bar News, we look at maritime law as seen through the perspectives of eight women who specialize in the niche practice area. Also check out our detailed interview with Ninth Circuit Judge Morgan Christen.
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.
Serve as Governor
The WSBA is seeking applicants from Congressional Districts 1, 2, 9, and 10 to serve on the Board of Governors. The filing deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 18 by 5 p.m. PST.
Bloggers Wanted
Got something to bark about? Blog it on NWSidebar.
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...
The Top 10 NWSidebar Posts of 2024Â
The 21st century is almost one-quarter complete. When the calendar switches over and 2024 moves aside for 2025, it's hard not to think about where we were 25 y...
Court of Appeals Affirms Dismissal of Legal Malpractice Claim on Statute of LimitationÂ
The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a legal malpractice claim due to its being time-barred in Wood v. Dunn & Black. The court underscored...
Join the Discussion: WSBA’s Legislative Proposal on Washington Business Corporation Act
The WSBA Board of Governors will assess a proposal from the WSBA Business Law Section to amend the Washington Business Corporation Act. This proposal aims to u...
Legal Lunchbox™ 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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Concerns About a Lawyer
Information about how and when to file a complaint against a legal professional in Washington state.
Ethics
Information about common ethical issues, such as conflict of interest, client confidentiality, withdrawal, client communications, fee arrangements, trust accounts, and advertising.
Member Wellness Program
The Washington State Bar Association Members Wellness Program promotes the health and well-being of WSBA members.
Transition Your Practice
Information and resources for closing or selling your practice, changing practice area, retiring, and getting advice.
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Borrow books from our Lending Library to expand your expertise on practice management.
Practice Management Guides
WSBA's guides include Document Retention, Disaster Planning, Cybersecurity, and Hanging Your Shingle.
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