Subject: August 2015 E-Brief
From: "DC BAR Ebrief" <[email-masked]>
To: "Robert Biden" <[email-masked]>
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2015 14:50:00 -0400

D.C. Bar E-Brief 

* August 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. 

*Sections Connections* Gather your friends and colleagues for the
Sections Connect reception on September 10. Register now
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11647/3/> for a
casual evening to connect and network with Section leaders and peers. 
*Apply for Committee, Board Vacancies*The Bar is seeking candidates
for appointment this fall to eight standing committees with a September
4 deadline to apply.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11648/4/> Vacancies
also are available on the Clients' Security Fund, Neighborhood Legal
Services Program, and the Committee on Nominations.
*2024 Summer Olympics: Why D.C.?* In the Bar’s newest blog feature,
“On the Record,” D.C. Bar member Anthony Pierce, a board member of the
Washington 2024 team behind the original bid to bring the Olympic
Games to D.C., talks about why the nation’s capital would make a great
host city.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11649/5/> 
*All You Need to Know About Starting a Law Firm*Learn how to start,
manage, and grow a small law firm in D.C. with the help of the
Practice Management Advisory Service's award-winning "Successful Small
Firm Practice”
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/8741/6/> course.
*Share Your Experiences, Get Support* The D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance
Program has created a new support group for Bar members who would
benefit from sharing their experiences with mental health challenges
in a safe and confidential environment. Sign up for the first session
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11650/7/> on
September 8. 
*How Does _Elonis_ Affect You?*When does Internet speech cross the
line from protected free speech to criminal threat? In the wake of the
U.S. Supreme Court decision on this issue in June, questions remain. Join
our experts on August 11
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11651/8/> in analyzing what _Elonis
v. United States_ means for you and your jurisdiction.
*Pro Bono Center Fall Training Schedule Released* Looking for ways to
work with the community? Volunteer with the Pro Bono Center and start
by choosing from numerous opportunities available throughout the fall. Schedule
your training today.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/7476/9/>
*Magistrate Judge Brenneman Up for Reappointment*The D.C. Superior
Court Committee on the Selection and Tenure of Magistrate Judges seeks
comments
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/11652/10/>
by September 18 on the reappointment of Magistrate Judge Diane M.
Brenneman. 
*Ship With UPS and Get a $25 Gift Card*It pays to be a member of the
D.C. Bar. Learn about new ways to save through UPS
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/7735/11/> and other great
member benefits.
*Running Late? Don't Lose Your License!*D.C. Bar members whose Bar
dues and/or late fee, if applicable, are not received or postmarked by
September 30 automatically will be suspended administratively for
nonpayment and subject to additional reinstatement fees. Pay your dues
today.
<http://info3.dcbar.org/t/180567/71156366/8495/12/>

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