There is truly something for everyone. And don't forget to Save the Date for our June 20 Summer Quarterly!
The American Bar Association Task Force on American Democracy’s Pennsylvania Listening Tour, co-hosted by the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Bar Associations, brought together current and former politicians, judges, city and county election officials, and other dignitaries to discuss how we as lawyers can contribute to free and fair elections, to help the public find clear, concise and factual information about the different candidates, and to bolster confidence in the electoral process as a whole.
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Come one, come all! Join your fellow Probate and Trust, Tax, and Young Lawyers attorneys for a spring open house, complete with beer, wine, and light hors d'oeuvres. Meet and greet the leaders of the Sections and our YLD! Learn about the various subcommittees each Section offers and different volunteer opportunities available!
Please join the Wellness Committee on Thursday, May 16 for a 2pm virtual meeting highlighting happiness, entitled "The Serious Business of Happiness for Lawyers" with Jackson Kerchis.
The Philadelphia Bar Association is seeking a dynamic part-time attorney to join our team of intake staff attorneys who handle calls from the public to our Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) call line.
Celebrate individuals and groups making a positive impact on our community!
Achievement Award
To be presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting on December 10, 2025
Description: The Award recognizes significant accomplishments in improving the administration of justice (preferably in Philadelphia.)
Deadline: Friday, November 7, 2025
This year marks the 45th Anniversary of the Philadelphia Bar Association 5K Run/Walk!
Stay tuned for registration information!
The passage by the legislature of Act 61 in December 2023 amended Title 20 of the PA consolidated statute to establish a right to counsel in all guardianship proceedings among other things.
🗣 Call for submissions for The Philadelphia Lawyer 📖
Submit your articles along with your headshots to communications@philabar.org by May 13!
🗣 Call for submissions for The Philadelphia Lawyer 📖
Submit your articles along with your headshots to communications@philabar.org by May 13!
Features
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.
A roundup of the latest activity taking place in the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
On Tuesday, April 30, a reentry simulation was hosted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Bar Foundation, and the Philadelphia Bar Association in honor of National Second Chance Month.
Perspectives
We were exhausted and frustrated by all the problems that we faced in the 90 minutes of simulation. Some even chose to stay in prison after being overwhelmed by the many issues that confronted them. Even though we were all aware what we were doing was a simulation and that the attendant privileges of our lives would resume once the program was over, it was a difficult experience.
Around Our Community
The Hon. Rochelle S. Friedman (Ret.) is a pioneer who blazed paths for women in the legal and judicial fields in Western Pennsylvania. From her years as a student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and legal work defending civil liberties, to her dogged political campaigns, legendary dissents as an 25-year member of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court, and mentorship of lawyers, judges, and elected officials, Judge Friedman’s life and career reflect the challenges and successes of generations of women in the law.
This program is free with pre-registration and includes special after-hours access to the History Center exhibit, A Woman’s Place: How Women Shaped Pittsburgh, until 8 p.m. The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania session begins at 1 p.m. Doors open for the program at 4 p.m., and the program will begin at 4:30 p.m.
Benefits and Partner Spotlight
Philadelphia Bar Association members get FREE access to Decisis, a comprehensive, intuitive legal research tool powered by LexisNexis. Get a world-class citator and 24/7 customer support. Getting started is easy!
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:
Whether you have mountains of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) in front of you or a case requiring the analysis of ESI stored (or hidden) within various devices or accounts, you need a cross-functional team with technical and legal expertise who can zero in on the most relevant evidence, reconstruct the story behind it and streamline ESI review. bit-x-bit’s eDiscovery and digital forensics teams apply state-of-the-art technology and in-depth technical know-how to get you to the critical findings faster.
Let us show you how we can support your efforts. As a Philadelphia Bar Association member, you’re entitled to a 5% discount on eDiscovery and digital forensics services.
Featured CLEs & Events
Join us in-person to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and drinks while networking with judges and colleagues.
Advanced registration will be required.
Please join the Family Law Section after work for our first ever Quizzo Fundraiser: Family Sitcom Edition! No need to bring a team with you, or any specific knowledge—teams will be formed the night of the event and fun will be had regardless of your trivia expertise!
