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Travel with us to Alabama and Georgia and listen as participants in the Civil Rights movement tell their stories. Hear from insightful faculty about how legal cases and doctrine from the time still resonate today. Be inspired to continue the fight for equal access to justice. 

Ballots for 2025 Philadelphia Bar Association elections were emailed to all members in good standing on Monday, November 24. Participating in the elections is your chance to have a say in the future leadership of our community. Use the guide to make an informed decision and cast your ballot.

A proposed amended version of the Philadelphia Bar Association bylaws were adopted by the Board of Governors at the September 16, 2025, meeting (pursuant to Section 12.1.1.1 of the current bylaws) and are being submitted to the membership per Section 12.1.2. The amended bylaws will be presented to the membership for approval as part of our upcoming Bar election.

The Philadelphia Bar Association invites you and your guest(s) to join our journey through Portugal’s Old-World allure and New World splendor. Our immersive program will engage with local attorneys, scholars, and artists offering poignant commentary on the Portuguese and E.U. legal and political systems, U.S.-Portuguese trade relations, Portuguese constitutional law, art, history, architecture, religion, and much more. You do not want to miss this opportunity to experience the heart of Portugal with the ability to earn up to 7.0 substantive CLE credits**.

The Philadelphia Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service helps you expand your client base with a trusted service that has been serving the City for more than 70 years

• Get prescreened and vetted referrals in your practice area(s), with the flexibility to fit your schedule and caseload
• Make thousands of dollars extra each year
• Expand your reach, while also growing access to justice for all Philadelphians

Take advantage of our free trial period for new LRIS panel attorneys now until 12/31! We especially need attorneys for the Employment (especially union and wage & hour) and Insurance (especially health insurance) panels!

We take pride in supporting legal professionals in Philadelphia at every stage of their careers. Our members' experiences highlight the value of the Philadelphia Bar Association's resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy efforts. Whether you're a seasoned attorney, a recent law school graduate, or a law student preparing for the future, our community is here to help you thrive. Read what our members have to say about how the Philadelphia Bar Association has positively impacted their professional journeys.

The Philadelphia Bar Association is now on Bluesky! If you'd like to follow us, you can create a FREE account to keep up with the latest news and updates!

Thank you for attending the Real Property Section Annual Ceremony and Reception at The Pyramid Club! Congratulations to Ominsky Award recipient Judge Ann Butchart and the Good Deed Award recipient Green Street Monthly Meeting of Friends in Germantown 🎉 Good luck to the 2026 Real Property Section Chairs and Executive Committee - we look forward to your leadership!

Thank you for attending the 2025 Tax Section Annual Meeting at Holland & Knight LLP! We hope you enjoyed the two-part CLE program and the networking opportunity afterwards at the reception.

Thank you for joining your fellow former Chancellors along with current leadership for a reception hosted by 2025 Chancellor Katayun Jaffari at Cozen O'Connor! We hope you enjoyed catching up and building relationships.

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

The Fall 2025 issue includes a part two of stories from members of their experiences as children of immigrants. You can also get to know the new executive director of the Philadelphia Bar Association, Christie Jones. Members also shared their favorite hobbies outside of work to help them feel rejuvenated and prevent burnout.

Members have access to HeinOnline archive collection of Philadelphia Bar Association publications. To access the archive, you must be a member of the Philadelphia Bar Association.

We want to hear from you! Do you have a legal analysis article idea or a story to share about a memorable case, social issues, travel or even pop culture, fiction or poetry? Share your submission with us to be featured in a future issue of The Philadelphia Lawyer magazine!

Email communications@philabar.org with the subject line: Magazine submission

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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™.)

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Join us on Wednesday, December 3 for our 2025 Workers' Compensation Section Holiday Celebration! We will be collecting toy donations for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program in Philadelphia. Please consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the holidays for children in our community.

Join the Philadelphia Bar Association's Wellness Committee for an inspiring evening of candle making and positive affirmations at State of Being Candle Store!

This BYOB candle-making class invites you to design two custom affirmation candles. Explore the curated scent wall, learn to blend your own signature fragrance, and uncover the science behind affirmations. You’ll leave with two beautifully handcrafted candles, each infused with your personal intention and positive energy.

Join the Probate and Trust Law Section for it's Annual Meeting and Reception on Thursday, December 4, at the Westin Philadelphia. Connect with colleagues, reflect on the year's accomplishments, and enjoy an evening of conversation.

Celebrate the season with us! On December 9, the Family Law Section Annual Reception returns to the elegant Arts Ballroom. Reconnect with friends, enjoy good company. We will also recognize the Honorable Deborah Canty, our 2025 recipient of the Herbert R. Weiman Sr. & Jr. Award