Legislative Report - January 8, 2024
A roundup of the latest activity taking place in the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
Board of Governors Honors Departing Leadership
At the final Board of Governors meeting of 2023, the Board honored departing leadership and also presented resolutions recognizing the work and impact of outgoing First Judicial District President Judge Hon. Idee C. Fox and former Chancellor Gabe Bevilacqua, who died earlier this year.
Get Engaged in 2026: Join a Section or Committee
Stay up to date on your practice area and gain unique opportunities to network by joining a Philadelphia Bar Association Section or Committee.
Features
A Q&A with the Workers’ Compensation Section ‘Bar Stars’
Fred Augonnet and Mitch Golding were honored for their efforts to carry out the Association's mission of leadership, education and advocacy.
Read the latest issue of The Philadelphia Lawyer
Our Winter 2024 edition honors women trailblazers, profiling 97th Chancellor Jen Coatsworth and remembering U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, Temple University President JoAnne A. Epps, and longtime Bar Association staff member Elaine Lippe.
Perspectives
The YLD’s 2024 Agenda in Four ‘C’s’
2024 YLD Chair Jordan Freeman outlines the continued goals and mission for the Young Lawyers Division and what the Division hopes to accomplish over the next 366 days.
Chancellor's Column: The Critical Work of Advancing DEI in our Community
2024 Chancellor Jen Coatworth writes: "As we enter a New Year, and get ready to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day this month and Black History Month in February, it’s critical that we remember that DEI is a something we cannot simply focus on for one day, or for 30 days out of the year. In order to truly advance the principles of diversity and to create a legal profession that reflects the communities we serve, we must commit to both conversation and action year-round...."
Public Interest Spotlight
Joining Forces to Protect Philadelphia Homeowners
For over a decade, Flitter Milz has partnered with Community Legal Services (CLS), pro bono, to fight for consumer rights and achieve fairness for low-income homeowners.
Benefits and Partner Spotlight
Get to Know Your Member Benefits
Our Annual Partners and other benefit providers give Bar Association members access to discounts from local and national retailers, for legal and professional services and more!
DISCOUNTS INCLUDE:
- Wireless and data services discounts from Verizon, including 22% off your monthly bill for eligible members
- Travel discounts and planning services from Mondee
- Up to 35% PC computers and printers from HP
- Up to 20% off on gifts from 1-800-FLOWERS, Harry & David, and Cheryl’s Cookies
- Additional discounts on products and services, including performances at the Kimmel Cultural Campus, rental cars through Avis and Budget, and more
Members: Get a free 30-minute financial consultation
The Philadelphia Bar Association is proud to partner with Wealth Enhancement Group to give members access to expertise in financial wellness and trust management through continuing legal education programs (CLEs), lunch-and-learns, thought leadership, and other opportunities. WEG is offering all members a free, 30-minute financial consultation – schedule yours today!
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