D.C. Bar Schedule of Events

Washington, DC 20001
phone: 202.737.4700

Hours of Operation: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Weekday Events (5 p.m. – 11 p.m.)

Nearby Metro Stations
Judiciary Square (Red) - five blocks directly south at 450 F Street
Gallery Place-Chinatown (Green/Yellow/Red) - five blocks southwest at H and 7th Streets
Mt. Vernon Square/7th Street Convention Center (Green/Yellow) - six blocks at 7th and M Streets
Union Station (Red) - six blocks southeast down Massachusetts Avenue

EVENTS​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

U.S. Court of International Trade: Tips for a Successful Career in International Trade & Customs Law

Original Program Date: October 9, 2024
Duration: 2 hours 
Date: October 10, 2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Places You Can Go: Tips For A Successful Career In International Trade & Customs Law

Start Date: 10/9/2024 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Venue Name: U.S. Court of International TradeLocation:
One Federal Plaza
Ceremonial Courtroom
New York, NY  United States  10278

Organization Name: CITBAContact:
CITBA
Email: info@citba.org
Phone: (703) 574-3323

Please join practitioners from the Bench, the government, and the private sector discussing possible career trajectories for young lawyers. 

Schedule:
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM ATTORNEY PANEL + Q&A
1:50 PM - 2:00 PM BREAK
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM JUDGES’ PANEL + Q&A

Featured speakers:

Rebecca Cantu, Chief Deputy Counsel, Department of Commerce
Andrea C. Casson, Assistant General Counsel for Litigation at the U.S. International Trade Commission
Alice A. Kipel, Executive Director, Regulations & Rulings, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Brooke M. Ringel, Partner, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Devin S. Sikes, Counsel, Akin Gump Hauer & Feld LLP
JUDGES’ PANEL + Q&A MODERATOR: Emily Beline, Senior Counsel, FedEx, President of CITBA
* * * * *

Trail Talks: Networking on the Metropolitan Branch Trail (WBADC)

Duration: 2 hours 
Date: October 12, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presented by: WBA Young Lawyers Committee (YLC)

Join us for an urban hike along the Metropolitan Branch Trail from Red Bear Brewing to City State Brewing Company (1.8 miles each way). Meet new people and network in a casual environment while sampling the many brewing companies along the trail. After the hike, there will be a Q&A session led by the Young Lawyers Committee co-chairs to answer general questions about the WBA, legal practice, specialties, networking tips, and whatever is on the participants’ minds. 

Cost: $0  (Please note, attendees must purchase their own food and beverage.)

Please register to attend. Here is the link: https://wbadc.member365.com/public/event/details/676011f3ed8983fef7bd9a618522c34118e10e97/1

* * * * *

Appellate Advocacy 2024

Credit(s): 4.5 General (60-minute hour)
5 General (50-minute hour)
1.5 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (60-minute hour)
1.5 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E18241004L
Date: October 15, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:50 PM
Credits: 6.0 credit hours, including 1.5 ethics & professionalism credit hours (Note: This class may qualify for 0.5 diversity, inclusion, and elimination of bias credits in those jurisdictions having such a requirement.)
 
Description: Join us for this highly acclaimed annual class as distinguished appellate judges and attorneys discuss common issues and opportunities appellate practitioners face. While the judges discuss their perspectives and point out practice pitfalls and common mistakes attorneys make, our attorney panelists will share some of their tactics for successful brief writing and oral argument. The attorney panelists will also discuss alternate dispute resolution, legal ethics issues relating to appellate advocacy, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in appellate practice.
While we have designed this class primarily for those new to appellate advocacy, more experienced practitioners may find the content of interest.
 
Faculty: Megan Barbero US Securities and Exchange Commission; Megan D. Browder, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia; Kirti Datla, Earthjustice; Mark D. Davis, HWG LLP; Robert Fisher, DC Circuit Chief Circuit Mediator; Dina Gold, DC Circuit Mediator; Erik S. Jaffe, Schaerr Jaffe; LLP; Ayesha N. Khan, Potomac Law Group PLLC; Michelle Kallen, Jenner & Block LLP; Douglas N. Letter, Brady Campaign to Reduce Gun Violence (Moderator); Emanuel Powell III, Jenner & Block PLLC; Caroline S. Van Zile, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia; and Christopher J. Wright, HWG LLP
 
Fees: $79 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, and $159 Others.

* * * * * 

Ethics Rock Halloween! (A Scary Musical Legal Ethics Seminar) (NEW)

Credit(s): 3.5 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (50-minute hour)
3 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E11241013W
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 16, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Credits: 3.0 ethics and professionalism credit hours
 
Description: Legal ethics is scary, so what better setting for a new and up-to-the-minute musical legal ethics class than Halloween? This unique offering has familiar Halloween treats among the seasonal songs given challenging legal ethics twists, and surprises, like an epic parody of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” exploring ethics puzzles and nightmares galore. The Beatles’ serial killer ditty, “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer,” will also bang on the doors of some current ethical haunts. There is a legal ethics ghost story that may keep you up all night . . . and what legal ethics Halloween concert would be complete without “The Monster Mash?”
 
In this entirely new and original musical legal ethics class presented by legal ethicist Jack Marshall and singer/musician Mike Messer, the current and perplexing legal ethics issues are examined and analyzed in an interactive manner like no other. The following are among the many ethics frights this dynamic interactive class explores:
The business of law and the profession of law: Can they continue to co-exist?
The crucial battle over Rule 8.4g
Conflicts of interest
How unenforced rules are placing clients at risk
Plus, unsettled legal ethics mysteries, and up-to-the-day developments

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about these topics and more while keeping in the holiday spirit!
Faculty: Jack A. Marshall, ProEthics Ltd & Mike Messer, Mike Messer Music
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

Representing Clients in White-Collar Criminal Investigations 2024

Credit(s): 2 General (60-minute hour)
2 General (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E06241005W
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 17, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Credits: 2.0 general credit hours
 
Description: White-collar criminal investigations can involve many complex issues affecting the individuals and entities involved. Join our esteemed panel as they provide an overview of representing individuals or businesses during a white-collar criminal investigation. Among the topics on which the panel focuses are the pretrial investigative stage, including grand jury investigations and negotiations with the government to avoid indictment. You will learn about special concerns that arise when representing a company or an individual under investigation, including attorney-client privilege and ethical issues. Further, the faculty offers guidance on plea agreements.
 
This class is for attorneys who are new to white-collar practice, and for in-house counsel who need to know the basics of such investigations. Others, however, may find these topics of interest.
 
Faculty: Sara E. Kropf, Kropf Moseley PLLC; Adam B. Schwartz, Shearman & Sterling LP; and Kerry B. Verdi, Verdi & Ogletree PLLC
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $99 D.C. Bar Members; $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys; $129 Others

* * * * *

Tort Damages in the District of Columbia 2024

Credit(s): 3 General (60-minute hour)
3.5 General (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E21241007L
Date: October 21, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Credits: 3.0 general credit hours

Description: Join us for an in-depth and practical class where you'll master the essential aspects of handling tort damages cases in the District of Columbia. Led by our expert faculty, this course offers valuable insights, actionable strategies, and key considerations for effectively proving and disputing damages in your cases. Learn the answers to these questions and more:
What are the damages caps in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia?
How do you assess damages pre-suit?
What evidence do you need to prove damages?
When are damages too speculative?
Do you need an expert to reduce damages to present value?
Are you likely to recover punitive damages?
Do you know how to prepare your experts?
How do you dispute damages if you represent the defendant?
What should you do with damages in mediation?
How should you handle damages at trial?
How do you prepare your client to testify?
What should the verdict sheet look like?
What jury instructions should you use?
 
Faculty: Crystal S. Deese, Jackson & Campbell PC and Denis C. Mitchell, Stein Mitchell Beato & Missner LLP
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys. and $129 Others

* * * * *

Trauma-Informed Lawyering 2024

Credit(s): 2 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (60-minute hour)
2 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E11241008W
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 22, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:15 PM 
Credits: 2.0 ethics & professionalism credit hours, including 1.5 attorney well-being credits for those jurisdictions with this requirement.
 
Description: Trauma-informed lawyering is a compassionate and holistic approach that recognizes the profound impact of trauma on individuals involved in the legal system. It emphasizes understanding the effects of trauma, promoting safety, empowerment, and avoiding retraumatization. This timely and important class will help those who attend understand the neurobiology of trauma, its impacts on clients in their legal cases, and concrete trauma-responsive approaches when supporting clients with trauma histories. The panel will also address the impact of secondary or vicarious trauma, a phenomenon that occurs when individuals are exposed to the trauma of others, the symptoms of which can be like those who experienced the original trauma.

Faculty: Jessie Joachim, District of Columbia Bar; Lindsey Silverberg, Network for Victim Recovery of DC; and Bridgette Stumpf, Network for Victim Recovery of DC
Cosponsors: D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance Program and the Network for Victim Recovery of D.C.
Fees: $89 NVDRC Staff and D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

2024 International Conference on Legislation and Law Reform (NEW)

Credit(s): 14 General (50-minute hour)
12 General (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E15241012W
Duration: 8 hours 50 minutes
Date: October 24, 2024
7:45 AM - 4:35 PM
Credits: Up to 12.0 general credit hours
Description: Join us in person or virtually for this this informative and thought-provoking two-day conference that focuses on how laws are written in the United States and around the world at the international, national, and subnational levels. Please view the agenda for a full listing of CLE-eligible sessions.
 
The conference provides an unparalleled opportunity for a wide range of experts to meet and exchange knowledge and perspectives on topics of great importance to governance and the drafting and reform of laws. Take this opportunity to meet with panelists and attendees from around the world.
 
Faculty: For more information concerning our esteemed faculty, please click the Materials tab above, not the Faculty tab.
 
Cosponsor: The Federal Bar Association
 
This program is not eligible for D.C. CLE Passport use.
 
Fees: $60 (Virtual Conference, Thursday Only), $60 (Virtual Conference, Friday Only), $100 (Virtual, Full Conference), $170 (In Person, Thursday Only), $170 (In Person, Friday Only), and $295 (In Person, Full Conference)*

* * * * *

Avoiding Malpractice and Bar Complaints 2024

Credit(s): 2 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (50-minute hour)
2 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E11241009W
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 28, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Credits: 2.0 ethics & professionalism credit hours
 
Description: In recent years, more than 35,000 legal malpractice claims have been filed annually against attorneys with malpractice insurance. Many more complaints have been filed against those who were not insured. Join our expert panel as they address daily practice and risk-prevention techniques to help reduce the possibility of a bar complaint and related malpractice claim being filed. Among the topics the panel will cover are the following:
Choosing clients and cases to avoiding conflicts
Communicating effectively
Handling client funds properly

They will also provide examples and practical advice to help those who attend focus on problem areas that so often lead to complaints. Finally, the panel will discuss the major differences between relevant ethics rules in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.
 
Experienced attorneys will find practical, innovative ideas to implement, while those newer to the practice of law will gain skills that will be useful throughout their legal careers.
Faculty: Julia L. Porter, D.C. Office of Disciplinary Counsel and Dennis J. Quinn, Carr Maloney PC
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

Changing Currents in Employment Law 2024

Credit(s): 3.5 General (50-minute hour)
3 General (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E09241001W
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 29, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
(Note: There will be a reception for faculty and in-person attendees beginning at 5:30 p.m.)
 
Credits: 3.0 general credit hours
Description: Join us for this popular, fast-paced class that every year covers five cutting-edge topics in employment law. Leading practitioners from both sides of the aisle will recap recent legal developments and give tips on handling – or avoiding – related litigation. The following are among the topics our distinguished faculty will address:
What actionable discrimination is
Joint employment
Algorithmic decision-making in the workplace
The effects of the federal ban on noncompete clauses
Technological surveillance in the workplace

This annual program has become a must-attend for employment attorneys, plaintiff-side and defense-side alike, in the District of Columbia and beyond. Those who join us in-person can also attend a pre-class reception, enjoy light refreshments, and meet with the faculty and their fellow attendees.
 
Faculty: Katherine R. Atkinson, Atkinson Law Group; Jason Downs, Hogan Lovells US LLP; Cassandra L. Horton, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC; Susan E. Huhta, Outten Golden LLP; Kellee Boulais Kruse,The Employment Law Group; Eleanor F. Miller, Fisher & Phillips LLP; Kathryn Jordan Mims, White & Case LLP; R. Scott Oswald (Faculty Chair & Moderator), The Employment Law Group PC; Molly T. Senger, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP; Harini Srinivasan, Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC; and Carolyn Wheeler, Katz Banks Kumin LLP
 
Attend in person and save $40 by registering on or before October 11, 2024.
In-Person Early Bird Fees: $49 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $59 D.C. Bar Members, $69 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $89 Others
Regular Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

Is that Defamation? Using the Law to Fight Defamatory Attacks 2024

Credit(s): 2 General (50-minute hour)
2 General (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E05241011W
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Date: October 30, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Credits: 2.0 general credit hours

Description: In an era where reputations can be destroyed with a single statement, understanding defamation law is more crucial than ever. Join our esteemed faculty as they delve into the intricacies of defamation law, exploring not only the legal framework but also the common defenses that parties often invoked in defamation cases. This comprehensive class will equip you with practical strategies, including the following:
Evaluating potential defamation
Responding to imminent media threats
Correcting the record
Pleading and proving actual malice

Designed primarily for attorneys handling defamation cases, this class also offers valuable knowledge for anyone interested in the legal and strategic aspects of protecting reputations in today’s fast-paced media environment.
Faculty: Megan Meier, Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP and Dustin Pusch, Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

2024 - 2025 Estates, Trusts and Probate Law Community’s Guardianship and Probate Series

Course Number: C0825GP00W
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Date: October 31, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Credit: 0 CLE Credit Hours

Join the D.C. Bar Estates, Trusts and Probate Law Community for this annual series covering topics related to guardianship and probate law. This is your chance to secure your space for this year with a one-time registration. Register for all five programs now. Topics covered in previous years include Superior Court probate rules and updates; practitioner’s guide to probate administration; ethics in conservatorship, guardianship and probate administration; guardianship support groups; and an annual D.C., MD and VA updates. Speakers and topics for the current year will be released closer to the date of the individual program to have the most up to date information. Dates and times are subject to change, you will be notified of any changes. Dates for this year’s series:
Thursday, October 31, 2024 – Part 1 of 5: Practical Suggestions for Trust Drafting and Administration
Thursday, December 12, 2024 – Part 2 of 5: TBA
Thursday, February 27, 2025 – Part 3 of 5: TBA
Thursday, April 24, 2025 – Part 4 of 5: TBA
Thursday, June 12, 2025 – Part 5 of 5: Annual Update

Pre-registration for this series is encouraged. Please note, registration for the entire series is not a part of the free community member offer, see Pricing Information tab for fees. If you would like to take advantage of the Community member offer, individual session registration will be available two to three weeks prior to the program date. Series registration will end on Thursday, October 31, 2024, or as space is available. Feel free to share this invitation with colleagues. D.C. Bar membership is not required to register. Non-members will need to create a profile to register and access the content.

Individual program dates and times are subject to change, some individual programs may be offered as a hybrid/in-person program. All programs will be recorded.

This remote series will be hosted on the Zoom platform. You will receive access information from D.C. Bar Communities staff the afternoon prior to the program. The Zoom access information should not be shared with others, as registration is required.
Sponsored by: D.C. Bar Estates, Trusts and Probate Law Community
Related Communities of Interest: D.C. Bar Taxation Community

* * * * *

Inspector General Investigations 2024

Hot Topics in Federal Personnel Series - Part One

Credit(s): 3 General (60-minute hour)
3.5 General (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E09241101W
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
Date: November 6, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 
Credits: 3.0 general credit hours
 
Description: Join us for the first installment of our Hot Topics in Federal Personnel Law Series, where we delve into the critical role of the inspector general (IG) within federal agencies. This comprehensive class offers a detailed overview of the Inspector General Act, emphasizing the broad responsibilities and jurisdictional reach of federal IG offices. Our expert panel, composed of seasoned professionals with deep knowledge in the field, will guide you through the various types of investigations and audits that IG offices undertake.
 
The class will also feature a comparative analysis between federal, state, and local IG offices, highlighting the unique challenges and commonalities across these levels of government. Engage in a dynamic and interactive discussion as our panel examines cases of note and presents thought-provoking hypotheticals. You'll gain valuable insights into the substantive laws governing both criminal and administrative investigations within the federal sector, ensuring you're well-prepared to navigate the complexities of federal personnel law. 
 
Faculty: Ralph C. Conte, United States Department of Justice and Richard K. Delmar, United States Department of the Treasury
Those interested in attending this class may also be interested in attending Federal EEO Sector Law 2024 and Practice before the Merit Systems Protection Board 2024.
 
Series Fees: $222 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $252 D.C. Bar Members; $282 Government and Non-profit Attorneys; $342 Others
 
Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $99 D.C. Bar Members; $109 Government and Non-profit Attorneys; $129 Others

* * * * *

How to Win Discovery Motions and Take Charge of Your Case 2024

Credit(s): 2 General (50-minute hour)
1 General (60-minute hour)
Course Number: E18241103W
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Date: November 7, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM 
Credits: 2.0 general credit hours
 
Description: Join us for this insightful and hands-on class, where you'll learn effective strategies and practical tips for drafting and arguing discovery motions. Our expert presenters will equip you with the tools and techniques needed to confidently navigate this critical aspect of litigation. The following are among the topics our presenters cover:
Deciding whether, and when, to bring a motion
Developing a strategy for using motions to strengthen your case
Knowing your court, including local and federal court differences
Drafting persuasive pleadings and briefs
Surviving contentious meet-and-confer discussions

This class will be of interest to all civil litigators whether they practice in federal court, the D.C. Superior Court, or in other jurisdictions.
Faculty: Saunders McElroy, Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Alexandra Russell, Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others

* * * * *

Planning Ahead to Avoid Guardianship 2024

Course Number: E14241109W
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
Date: November 12, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Credits: 3.0 general credit hours
Description: Who will manage your client’s (or your) affairs in case of incapacity? This popular class explores a topic that is relevant – professionally and/or personally – to almost everyone at some point in life. Join our expert faculty as they examine the advantages and disadvantages of revocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare advance directives such as living wills and proxy appointments to manage healthcare and other personal decisions, as well as finance and property matters.
 
While the class primarily focuses on D.C. laws and procedures, it is also very applicable to practitioners in Maryland and Virginia. This class helps any practitioner who wants to learn how to exercise control over decision making during periods of temporary or permanent incapacity. Class materials include sample documents.
 
Faculty: Sarah Beck, Geller Law Group PLLC and Andrea Sloan, Esq.
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129

* * * * *

Federal EEO Sector Law 2024

Hot Topics in Federal Personnel Series - Part Two

Credit(s): 3 General (60-minute hour)
3.5 General (50-minute hour)
Course Number: E09241104W
Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
Date: November 13, 2024
6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Credits: 3.0 general credit hours
Description: In the second installment of our Hot Topics in Federal Personnel Law Series, our distinguished faculty provides an in-depth exploration of the most pressing and evolving issues in federal EEO sector law. The following are among the topics this timely and informative class covers:
Current practice and procedure for litigating cases before the EEOC, including recent trends in case processing and best practices throughout the life cycle of a case
Sanctions and default judgments
Alternative dispute resolution and mediation strategies
Damages and remedies
The role of agency counsel in investigations
Developments in LGBTQ+ protections
Case law updates, including Supreme Court cases on age and sex discrimination and other recent EEOC decisions
The role of technology in EEOC litigation, including electronic filing procedures at EEOC

This session is designed for practitioners seeking to stay ahead of the curve, offering expert insights and practical guidance on navigating the complexities and challenges that define the current legal landscape. Join us to deepen your understanding and sharpen your skills in addressing the pivotal topics impacting federal EEO law today.
Faculty: Michelle Bercovici, Alden Law Group PLLC; Hon. Sharon E. Debbage Alexander, Supervising AJ, EEOC; Ricardo J.A. Pitts-Wiley, Federal Practice Group LLP; and Agatha Swick, Transportation Security Administration

Those interested in attending this class may also be interested in attending Inspector General Investigations 2024 and Practice Before the Merit Systems Protection Board 2024.
Save $45 by clicking the Special Offer tab above!
 
Series Fees: $222 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $252 D.C. Bar Members; $282 Government and Non-profit Attorneys; $342 Others
Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $99 D.C. Bar Members; $109 Government and Non-profit Attorneys; $129 Others

* * * * *

Annual Abuse and Neglect Bench-Bar Dialogue

Course Number: C0925NC01I
Date: November 14, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Credit: 0 CLE Credit Hours

The annual Abuse and Neglect Bench-Bar Dialogue is an opportunity for family law practitioners to hear directly from the judges presiding over neglect cases. This panel discussion will be moderated by practitioners from the Children's Law Center (CLC), the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (CCAN), and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). Audience members will also have opportunities to ask the judges their own questions. As always, this event is “off the record,” to facilitate an open and robust discussion.

Pre-registration for this program is required. As always, please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues. D.C. Bar membership is not required to attend. Non-members will need to create a profile to register.
This is an “Off the Record” program. Remarks made during “Off the Record” programs may not be used for publication.
 
Sponsored by: D.C. Bar Family Law Community
Related Community of Interest: D.C. Bar Early Career Lawyers Community; D.C. Bar Law Student Community; D.C. Bar Public Interest and Courts Community

Speakers:
Hon. Janet Albert, Magistrate Judge, D.C. Superior Court
Hon. Sherri Beatty-Arthur, Magistrate Judge, D.C. Superior Court
Hon. Julie Breslow, Magistrate Judge, D.C. Superior Court
Joseph Jose, Attorney, Law Office of Joseph Jose (Moderator)
Jennifer Morris, Guardian ad Litem Director, Children's Law Center (Moderator)
Emily Petrino, Section Chief, Office of the Attorney General, Family Services Division (Moderator)
**Pricing has been discounted. Free program to Community members. Early Bird Registration ends Friday, November 8.

* * * * *