Chancellor Jen Coatsworth discusses the Association's activities during the first half of 2024, and previews what's ahead for late summer, fall and winter. 

Get your credits with us during August Compliance Month.

The Philadelphia Bar Association invites you and your guests to join our delegation for an eye-opening journey at this pivotal moment in U.S. - Cuba relations.

You do not want to miss this opportunity to experience the best of Cuba while earning CLE credits!

Spaces are still available! Deadline to register is September 7.

Effective Monday, August 12, 2024, the Landlord Tenant Officer (“LTO”) will no longer be accepting new writs of possession. Following that date, all writs will be directed to the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office.

Beginning Tuesday, August 13, 2024, the LTO will accept alias writs of possession on matters where the writs of possession had previously been filed with the LTO and paid for until the close of business Monday, September 9, 2024.

After Monday, September 9, 2024, if a writ has already been filed with the LTO and no alias writ is filed, litigants will be required to re-start the process with the Sheriff's Office.

Share your experiences with us in 300-500 words to be featured in the Fall issue of The Philadelphia Lawyer magazine!

Email communications@philabar.org with your article and headshot by Aug 12.

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

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Attend our virtual candidate information session at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12 and gain valuable information about the election, plus advice from colleagues who have navigated the process successfully.

You'll hear from and can ask questions of current Board Members, Officers, YLD Executive Committee Members and Association staff. The session will be recorded and posted online at a later date.

🗣Calling all young litigators-in-training! There are a few spots left for this year’s Philadelphia Bar Young Lawyers Trial Academy, an intensive week-long mock trial program geared for lawyers who have limited experience appearing in court, and today is the last day to apply! The program runs from August 19-24.

The Bar Association is asking for only $100 per participant (from your firm or organization) to defray expenses, but financial assistance is available where needed.

Or if you’re interested in helping out as a witness or juror, please let us know. Contact immediate past chancellor Marc Zucker at mzucker@wgpllp.com to apply.

Our Spring 2024 edition highlights pro bono experiences submitted by members of the Bar Association, honors Frank McClellan, and dives deep into restrictive NIL rules for high school athletes.

A roundup of the latest activity taking place in the Pennsylvania General Assembly. 

My Trusted Companion and I search the region high and low for BYOB restaurants. While we also love restaurants that provide a liquor list, there’s something reassuring about being able to bring just what you want to drink, to accompany what you trust will be a wonderful meal. George Profi and Fredi Loka, owners of this venerable BYOB in the Fitler Square neighborhood, have just enlarged their space. They have added additional inside dining space, which they sorely needed, and also now have an outdoor patio for dining. This change merited an updated review. 

At the 2024 Workers’ Compensation Spring Reception and Awards Ceremony, Judge Olin unveiled a new painting, which will be the eleventh in the series of paintings so far.  Entitled “Philadelphia feeds the world,” the 4 feet by 6 feet piece is a tribute to the Automat.  Created by Horn & Hadart Baking Company, the Automat consisted of waiter-less, automated cafeterias where patrons could retrieve food from coin-operated vending machines. 

As Philadelphia continues to evolve, so will the Foundation. We are proud to be a chapter in so many lawyers' professional stories and will continue to help them be the best lawyer they can be.  

Model Rules of Professional Conduct 1.1 states that a lawyer has a duty of competence to their clients, specifically that a lawyer shall provide competent representation to a client. Competent representation requires legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness, and preparation. This rule is first, as it is paramount in being a successful and adept attorney.

We're all tied to heart disease and stroke in some way, and we must change that. Join your friends, family and co-workers to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

By registering for Lawyers Have Heart today, you are taking the first step to save lives.

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

Decisis is a fast, reliable legal research tool powered by LexisNexis - free for Philadelphia Bar Association members - a $1788 value! Search all courts and jurisdictions (Need a case outside Pennsylvania? Find it with Decisis™.)

To access the benefit login with your member account.

Avis & Budget Summer Special

Unlock summer savings with Avis and Budget’s Summer Sale! Use your Philadelphia Bar Association membership now to August 15^th and receive up to 35% off PLUS a complimentary upgrade when you pay now.  

Don’t miss out on this hot deal – book your summer exploration today!

Get your members-only offers sent directly to your phone by texting PHILABARABG to 833.344.0228.

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Philadelphia Bar Association members can get a free 30-minute financial consultation with an experienced financial advisor backed by our team of specialists. Our Roundtable™ approach includes tax professionals, risk management, retirement income planning, and more.

 What is the difference between race and caste? Does federal employment law cover caste?

This 40 min crash course will be a primer on caste where you can learn about terms, caste discrimination in South Asia and in the US, and activism to end caste apartheid. Our discussion will feature Professor Sonja Thomas, an associate professor of women’s, gender, and sexuality studies at Colby College, where she teaches courses on South Asian feminisms, transnational feminisms, gender and human rights, feminist theory, and postcolonial and native feminisms. 

**Advanced registration is required as spots are limited**

Join us afterward for the YLD School Supply Drive and Happy Hour!

Mark your calendars! It's back to school season once again and the Young Lawyers Division will be collecting donations for S. Weir Mitchell Elementary School (K-5). Join us on Wednesday, August 7 at 5:30pm at Top Tomato for food, drinks and fun in support of a good cause.