Tag:American Bar Association

Supporting and Retaining Mothers in Law Firms

In part one of a two-part series, Gene Commander explains ways law firms can better support and retain women by first understanding the challenges facing women.

ABA Ethics Committee Releases Opinion On Seeking Advice on Listservs

The American Bar Association addressed what lawyers can post on listservs when seeking legal advice from fellow professionals.

ABA Ethics Committee Releases Opinion Addressing Conflicts of Interest Under Model Rule 1.18

The ABA’s ethics committee released an opinion that addressed conflicts of interest under its Model Rule 1.18.

ABA Releases Guidance on Misuse of ‘Confidential Government Information’

The ABA’s ethics committee released an opinion clarifying when attorneys can’t use confidential government information.

CBA Ethics Committee Releases Opinion on Succession Planning

The Colorado Bar Association's Ethics Committee released an opinion Jan. 18 about ethical considerations in succession planning.

American Bar Association Legal Industry Profile Highlights Legal Aid and the Civil Justice Gap

The ABA 2023 Profile of the Legal Profession focused on legal aid organizations and the scarcity of legal aid resources.

Local Firm Announces New Attorney; 14th Judicial District Announces Vacancy

Spencer Fane LLP announced a new attorney, the 14th Judicial District announced a new vacancy and more.

A Brief History of License Requirements

Law Week takes a look back at the history behind legal licensing.