Tag:American Bar Association
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ABA Issues Guidance on Lawyers Who Represent Themselves
The ABA ethics committee released a formal opinion to clarify its model rules for lawyers representing themselves.
News
Politics Play a Role in Judicial Diversity, Panel Says
A panel of speakers hosted by the ABA discussed the history, hurdles and current state of diversity on the bench.
Business
ABA Legal Industry Profile Spotlights Diversity on Federal Bench
The report spotlighted diversity on the federal bench, which still has a long way to go, but is becoming more representative of the U.S.
News
Americans Divided on Bias in Justice System, Agree on Changes to Voting Process
Americans remain divided based on age and race about whether there is bias in the justice system, according to an annual ABA survey.
History
The Trailblazer Behind the Trailblazer Award
There aren’t many Colorado lawyers who haven’t heard of Mary Lathrop — her legal career paved the way for thousands of women to follow in the profession.
News
ABA and RMIAN Connect Denver Families on Immigration Court’s ‘Dedicated Docket’ with Pro Bono Representation
The ABA and RMIAN hope to make finding representation easier for those facing expedited asylum proceedings with a new pro bono portal.
News
Law School Debt Delays Life Milestones, According to Survey
A new survey reveals law school debt has caused many borrowers to delay life milestones and detour away from careers in public service.
Features
No More Remote Bar Exams, So Long as COVID Stays Low
Remote bar exams look to disappear in the future, as the National Conference of Bar Examiners released guidance stating that future bar exams will be conducted in-person and on paper — COVID and public health concerns permitting.