Alternative Pathways to Lawyer Licensure
The Washington Bar Licensure Task Force recommends bar exam alternatives […]
The Bar Exam: An Urgent Need for Alternative Pathways to Licensure
Q&A with Washington Supreme Court Justice Raquel Montoya-Lewis and Seattle […]
Gateway Evolution: Introducing the ‘NextGen Bar Exam’
The future of legal licensing and what it means for […]
An Established Alternative Pathway: Washington’s Law Clerk Program
This program is an affordable alternative to a traditional law […]
Law School Deans Q&A: Legal Deserts, Diversity and Inclusion, and Technology
A Q&A with Washington’s three law school deans on some […]
2023 Public Service & Leadership Award Recipients
The Washington Young Lawyers Committee honors two local leaders: Danielle […]
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 […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
Pro Bono— Opportunities & Benefits
Lawyers and Limited License Legal Technicians (LLLTs) in Washington have a professional responsibility to assist in the provision of legal services to those unable to […]
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. […]
This Year’s Winners Are …
The APEX Awards honor exemplary members of the legal community, including legal professionals, judges, and members of the public. […]
The Class of ’73
The WSBA acknowledges and honors 50-year members from the class of 1973. […]
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. […]
My So-Called Disorder
Last year, at age 65, I learned a new fact about myself. I’m autistic. It is a fact that explains nearly everything about my life […]
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. […]
Uplifting & Empowering Communities
In 2023, the WSBA's Powerful Communities Program awarded 10 grants of $5,000 each to programs across Washington. […]
Far-Flung Places: A WSBA Travel Series on Rural Legal Practice
In coordination with members of the STAR Committee, we reached out to rural practitioners throughout the state and asked to meet with them in their […]
A Short Primer for Potential Small-Town Lawyers
Thinking about swapping town for country? Take a look at the following 10 statutes practitioners find most relevant to rural practice. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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." […]
And the Winner Is …
Announcing the champion of the County Courthouse Challenge and a few other front-runners. […]
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 […]
This Year’s Winners Are …
The Acknowledging Professional Excellence (APEX) Awards honor exemplary members of the legal community, including legal […]
Does Your Telecommuting Policy Increase Your Risk of Workers’ Compensation Liability?
Experience shows telecommuting policies are all too frequently silent on a key concern: The risk of […]
Want a Successful Mentoring Relationship? Focus on Building Trust
At its core, trust is the belief that someone or something is safe, honest, and […]
Advocating for Clients in Jail
Criminal defense attorneys have a critical role to play in helping their clients receive better […]
Reach Your New Year’s Resolution Goals With Help From ProBonoWa.org
With more than 100 statewide organizations registered on the site, you can filter your search […]
Interview with Justice G. Helen Whitener: Mentor, Educator, Trailblazer
Judge Lisa H. Mansfield interviews Washington Supreme Court Justice G. Helen Whitener to talk about […]
Gender, Justice, and the Power of Data
The Washington Supreme Court Gender and Justice Commission's latest report is an update to a […]
What You Need to Know About the New Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act
In 2021, the Washington Legislature adopted an all-new Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act, which took effect […]
MBA Spotlight: Loren Miller Bar Association
The Loren Miller Bar Association (LMBA) was started in 1968 by Black attorneys who joined […]
Funding Legal Aid Makes Our Communities Stronger
As members of the legal community in Washington state, we are asking you to join […]
Tips for Buying a Law Practice
Whether you have started a law practice and are looking to expand rapidly or are […]
How to Close Your Law Practice
So it’s time to close your law practice. Whether it’s because of a change in […]
24 Ways to Give Back
The WSBA offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for those looking to assist the legal […]
MBA Spotlight: Korean American Bar Association of Washington
A Q&A with Korean American Bar Association Immediate Past-President Ron Park. […]
Update from Olympia: An Overview of the Legislature’s 2022 Session
Several significant policy measures passed this year. […]
Washington State Racial Justice Consortium
The Racial Justice Consortium is one response to the Supreme Court’s invitation to take specific […]
A Portrait of Justice
Until recently, the history of many Washington Supreme Court portraits—how they were acquired and even […]
Fostering Hope
Legal professionals are uniquely situated to step up and support youth in the foster care […]
Artificial Ingenuity Is Here
This article summarizes two main types of generative models and explores the legal challenges posed […]
All About Bar Structure
Included in this coverage of the ETHOS (Examining the Historical and Organizational Structure of the […]
Carl Maxey: Boxer, Lawyer, Civil Rights Champion
A look back at the career of Carl Maxey, a legal giant and civil rights […]
Protecting the Independence of Public Defenders
The WSBA Board of Governors proposes a new court rule and adopts new standards to […]
The Importance of Not Misgendering Anyone
Creating an inclusive environment for coworkers and clients […]
Record Time
Washington lawyers are recognized nationally for pro bono contributions, but client demand still surpasses supply […]
The Beauty of Brevity
When less is more: Advocate more effectively for your client with a short and simple […]
Using ‘Reasonable Cause’ to Avoid IRS Penalties
Taxpayers ask to have IRS penalties forgiven for many reasons. One of the most common, […]
The WSBA’s Commitment to Wellness
Hearing about another attorney’s personal struggles can reinforce that it’s OK to talk about mental […]
And the Temple Rocked
The Washington Supreme Court’s foundation-shaking decision in Martinez-Cuevas v. DeRuyter Bros. Dairy holds dairy workers […]
Three Big Developments in Soft IP Law
This article highlights the key elements of each of these new legal frameworks and suggests […]
The ABCs of NFTs
What started as a blockchain-based game allowing users to trade and sell virtual kittens has […]
Working Toward a ‘Just Court’
A wide-ranging interview with Chief Justice Steven C. González by Hon. Lisa H. Mansfield […]
Election Rejection
How the history of voting rights informs modern elections […]
Buy the Book
A few must-add titles for your bookshelf […]
Update from Olympia (2021)
An overview of the Legislature’s 2021 session […]
When Is an Appeal Appealing?
Counseling clients on whether to file an appeal in Washington […]
Lawyers Against Systemic Racism
How Pierce County lawyers reimagined their role as community allies in the movement for systemic […]
Legal Regulatory Sandbox Could Incubate Innovation in Washington
The sandbox aims to provide new alternative legal services to those who otherwise could not […]
Employers & Employees Take Note
Washington’s first-in-the-nation long-term care program goes into effect Jan. 1, 2022 […]
The Lawfulness and Awfulness of Employee Non-Solicitation Agreements
If non-solicitation of employees in the franchise industry is pernicious, why is the practice not […]
Put It In Writing
Washington Supreme Court enhances malpractice insurance disclosure to clients […]
Rebooting In-Person Arts
Support for the arts by attorneys, who play a prominent role in public life, can […]
Q&A With 2021-2022 WSBA President Judge Brian Tollefson (Ret.)
Finding common ground for the benefit of all our members and the public will be […]
Meet Your Board of Governors
The Board of Governors is the governing body of the WSBA that determines the general […]
The Power of Mentorship
The right information, the right word of encouragement, at the right moment can open a […]
Finding a Way Out
I stopped working six weeks into my pregnancy with twin girls. After they arrived, my […]
Pasco, 1976: Confronting Racism, Redlining, and Housing Discrimination
When I was young, there were no Black residents in Kennewick, my hometown, just a […]
Military Pension Division and Application of Res Judicata
Two 2020 Washington Court of Appeals opinions dealing with military pension division demonstrate the continued […]
The Unsettled Policy Landscape of Drug Possession Laws in Washington
This article aims to answer some unanswered questions regarding the impact of the Blake decision […]
Double Header: 50-Year Member Celebration
The WSBA honors two classes of 50-year members at T-Mobile Park […]
2021 Public Service & Leadership Award Recipients
The Washington Young Lawyers Committee honors four local leaders: Jack Chang, Meha Goyal, Diego Rondón […]
Returning to the Office?
ASK A LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR > While a return to the workplace may be up in the air […]
