The Washington Bar Licensure Task Force recommends bar exam alternatives and more equity and clarity in the character and fitness process.
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A Group for Healing Minds
The group aims to help lawyers deal with the array of stressors associated with being a lawyer.
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The Chatbot Made Me Do It!
A Mark J. Fucile column on competence and confidentiality in an age of artificial intelligence.
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2023 Public Service & Leadership Award Recipients
The Washington Young Lawyers Committee honors two local leaders: Danielle Dallas and Angélica María González.
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U.S. Supreme Court’s Free Speech Decision in 303 Creative—a Return to a Dangerous Past?
A look at the June 2023 SCOTUS opinion in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis
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Beyond the Bar Number > Michael Goldenkranz
Get to know WSBA member Michael Goldenkranz. Request your own questionnaire at wabarnews@wsba.org.
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Q&A with 2023-24 WSBA President Hunter M. Abell
Discussing this month’s cover, an illustrated representation of our modern society engaged in navigating our legal system and vindicating constitutional rights.
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Meet Your 2023-24 Board of Governors
The Board of Governors is the governing body of the WSBA that determines the general policies of the Bar and approves its budget each year.
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The Family Violence Appellate Project: How Adrian Helped Janae
To meet the needs of the victims they seek to serve, FVAP needs appellate attorneys who are willing to help.
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The Sexsomnia Defense: Law, Medicine, and Strategy
A look at the medical science of sleep disorders — known as parasomnias — and case law related to them.
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This Year’s Winners Are …
The APEX Awards honor exemplary members of the legal community, including legal professionals, judges, and members of the public.
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An Established Alternative Pathway: Washington’s Law Clerk Program
This program is an affordable alternative to a traditional law school education, in which the classroom is replaced by on-the-job legal education and training.
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Issue Spotting: Perspectives on Washington’s Article 2 of the UGCOPAA
Article 2 of the Uniform Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Other Protective Arrangements Act governs guardianships for minors.
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Attending the National Consortium on Racial and Ethnic Fairness in the Courts in Seattle
The National Consortium on Racial and Ethnic Fairness in the Courts was hosted by the Washington Minority and Justice Commission.
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Justice Unveiled
The Attorney General’s new Cold Case Unit for Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and People embarks on a grim trail for answers.
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From Brief to Business
How mastering brief writing techniques is essential for successfully drafting transactional documents.
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And the Winner Is …
Announcing the champion of the County Courthouse Challenge and a few other front-runners.
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40 Years of Administrative Justice
An innovation from its beginning in 1982, the Washington State Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is celebrating its 40th year of providing administrative justice.
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Is Your Contract Enforceable?
the Washington Supreme Court’s recent opinion in Tadych v. Noble Ridge Constr., Inc., may have just changed the game when it comes to “unconscionability.”
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A Recap of the 2023 Washington Legislative Session
Developments from the 105-day session, which began on Jan. 9 and adjourned sine die on April 23.
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Care By Coercion
The Involuntary Treatment Act attorneys at the Snohomish County Public Defender Association provide an overview of the statute and how it operates in Washington.
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How to Volunteer with the WSBA
Learn about the work carried out by some of the people and groups that make up the WSBA’s volunteer community.
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24 Ways to Give Back
The WSBA offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for those looking to assist the legal community and serve the public.
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Alphabet Soup: Exploring Washington’s Unique ‘ABC Rule’ on Attorney Fees From Collateral Litigation
In Washington, a unique rule—the ABC Rule—strictly limits the recovery of attorney fees from third-party litigation.
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10 Rules to Improve Trial Cross-Examination
Cross-examination requires preparation and planning. The question to ask yourself as you prepare for this part of trial is: What are you trying to tell the jury with your cross-examination?
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A Conversation with Washington Supreme Court Justice Debra Stephens
Justice Stephens talks with Judge Lisa H. Mansfield about rights and responsibilities, the role of the judiciary, and the rule of law.
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How the U.S. Patent System Fails Small Businesses
The inefficiencies, lack of rigor, and hefty fees in the U.S. patent system cut against the value of patents. For small businesses with limited resources, these obstacles hit especially hard.
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This Year’s Winners Are …
The Acknowledging Professional Excellence (APEX) Awards honor exemplary members of the legal community, including legal professionals, judges, and members of the public.
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WSBA Diversity Committee Transitions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council
At its July 2022 meeting, the Board of Governors voted to approve the change.
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Whatever Doesn’t Kill You … Can Make You a Better Lawyer
One lawyer shares his reflections on living and practicing law with mental illness.
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The No Surprises Act: A Federal Cure for Unexpected Medical Bills
What you need to know about the No Surprises Act.
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A Backward Glance: Reflecting on Family Law Practice Over the Years
The Washington Family Law Deskbook editors share some thoughts on their long careers, how the practice of family law has changed, and more. […]
Answers to Your Questions About Amended APR 11
Answers to some of the common questions about amendments to Washington APR 11.
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A Failure to Plan is a Plan to Fail
Tips for converting your law practice into a successful business.
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Carl Maxey: Boxer, Lawyer, Civil Rights Champion
A look back at the career of Carl Maxey, a legal giant and civil rights champion from the Spokane area.
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Protecting the Independence of Public Defenders
The WSBA Board of Governors proposes a new court rule and adopts new standards to help protect the independence of public defenders.
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A Portrait of Justice
Until recently, the history of many Washington Supreme Court portraits—how they were acquired and even who they depicted—was lost.
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Fostering Hope
Legal professionals are uniquely situated to step up and support youth in the foster care system and help them to overcome barriers they may face.
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Gender, Justice, and the Power of Data
The Washington Supreme Court Gender and Justice Commission’s latest report is an update to a fact-finding study undertaken in 1989
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Washington State Racial Justice Consortium
The Racial Justice Consortium is one response to the Supreme Court’s invitation to take specific and concrete steps to eradicate racism.
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How to Close Your Law Practice
So it’s time to close your law practice. Whether it’s because of a change in career, family matters, or a hard-earned retirement, you’re ready to shutter the windows and close the door to your business. Now what?
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Tips for Buying a Law Practice
Whether you have started a law practice and are looking to expand rapidly or are thinking about leaving a large firm and venturing out on your own, buying a law practice may be right for you.
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The ABCs of NFTs
What started as a blockchain-based game allowing users to trade and sell virtual kittens has grown into a diverse—and sometimes wild—online marketplace
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Rebooting In-Person Arts
Support for the arts by attorneys, who play a prominent role in public life, can help preserve the health of the cultural sector coming out of the pandemic and for years to come.
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Lawyers Against Systemic Racism
How Pierce County lawyers reimagined their role as community allies in the movement for systemic change
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Three Big Developments in Soft IP Law
This article highlights the key elements of each of these new legal frameworks and suggests key practice pointers.
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Returning to the Office?
ASK A LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR > While a return to the workplace may be up in the air for some, this new column asks a group […]
