Subject: July 2015 E-Brief
From: "DC BAR Ebrief" <[email-masked]>
To: "Robert Biden" <[email-masked]>
Date: Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:20:00 -0400

D.C. Bar E-Brief 

* July 2015 E-Brief * 

Welcome to the D.C. Bar _E-Brief_, a monthly electronic newsletter
providing updates and breaking news important to you and your
practice. 

*Member Input Helps Shape D.C. Bar 2020 Strategic Plan Priorities* The
D.C. Bar 2020 strategic planning process moves on to the next steps
following the Board of Governors’ approval of the Bar’s five new
priorities and objectives
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11528/3/>,
developed with the help of more than 5,000 member comments.
*Stewarding Change*In his first speech as the 44th president of the
D.C. Bar, Timothy K. Webster outlined his priorities at the 2015
Celebration of Leadership
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/8876/4/>,
including implementing the strategic plan, completing the work of the
Global Legal Practice Task Force, and increasing member value. Watch Daniel
Koffsky
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11543/5/>
and James Sandman
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11544/6/>
accept the Bea Rosenberg Award and William J. Brennan Award,
respectively.
*Unveiling the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center* After a comprehensive study
on how to better capture the breadth and depth of its pro bono
efforts, the D.C. Bar has unveiled its newly renamed Pro Bono Center.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11529/7/> The name
change reflects the direction of the organization as well as the scope
and impact of the legal services it offers.
*Bar Seeks Dues Ceiling Increase Authorization From Court of Appeals*The
Bar's Board of Governors has filed a petition with the D.C. Court of
Appeals recommending an increase in its dues ceiling
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11541/8/> to $380 to
fund its projected operating expenses for at least the next five
fiscal years.
*Tax Academy* Join the first in a series of tax 101 classes to learn
the basic principles of tax law as they apply to corporations and
partnerships. Following the July 23 CLE course, take advantage of a
networking opportunity at the annual Taxation Section End of Year
Luncheon. Register now.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11530/9/> 
*PMAS Wins E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Award*For “blazing a
path many bar organizations can and should follow” in helping new and
displaced lawyers, the ABA honored the D.C. Bar Practice Management
Advisory Service for its “Successful Small Firm Practice” course.
Learn more about the exceptional program and award.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11531/10/>
*Court Round-Up* Check out the latest news at the D.C. courts,
including several proposed amendments to the D.C. Rules of
Professional Conduct
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11532/11/>; a proposed
amendment
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11533/12/> to the
D.C. Court of Appeals rule concerning pretrial and trial transcripts; two
magistrate judge vacancies
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11534/13/> at
the D.C. Superior Court; a reappointment notice
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11535/14/> of U.S.
Bankruptcy Judge Martin Teel Jr.; the announcement of 16 candidates
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11536/29/> for two
D.C. Superior Court judicial vacancies; and a vacated order
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11537/30/> regarding
pleading procedures. The D.C. Court of Appeals is also calling for
comments on a recommendation to change the title of Bar Counsel.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/11538/31/>
*Don’t Forget to Pay Your Dues*Dues not received or postmarked by July
15 will be assessed a late fee of $30. Members whose Bar dues and/or
late fee, if applicable, are not received or postmarked by September
30 will be administratively suspended. Pay your dues today.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180167/70265886/8495/32/>

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