Women’s History Month is more than reflection - it’s momentum. Here’s to the women who challenge the status quo, open doors wider, and make history every single day. Happy Women's History Month!

This Women's History Month, I urge my fellow attorneys to heed that call. One meaningful way to get involved is by joining the Women's Rights Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association. The Committee provides a platform for attorneys to collaborate on advocacy initiatives, support legislative reforms, offer pro bono assistance to organizations working on women's rights issues, and educate the legal community about barriers that women continue to face and the law’s impact on women.

A Celebration of America250 with Carpenters’ Hall – IN-PERSON ONLY at WHYY, 150 N. 6th St. – 1.5 SUB CLE Credits

Only a few spots remain for credit!

Carpenters’ Hall, with partners, the Philadelphia Bar Association, Public Interest Law Center, PA Humanities and media partner, WHYY present this 250th commemoration CLE program and community town hall. WHYY’s Maiken Scott will moderate a panel discussion with experienced lawyers and legal scholars exploring current issues such as public education, voting rights, the environment, reproductive rights and others that are within the jurisdiction of our state constitution.

Click here to register as a non-credit attendee.

We hope you will join us this Thursday for an insightful program on the opportunities and challenges facing our justice system, and the important role the courts and all who interact with them, play in uplifting democracy.

The program includes:

– A keynote address by Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Hon. Daniel D. McCaffery
– A panel discussion moderated by former U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent. Panelists include Hon. Mitchell S. Goldberg, former chief judge for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania; Hon. Anne E. Lazarus, president judge of the Pennsylvania Superior Court; Hon. Thomas I. Vanaskie, former judge with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit; and Hon. Nina Wright Padilla, president judge of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania. 

We will also honor 98th Chancellor Katayun I. Jaffari, and stand together as legal professionals and retake the Pennsylvania Attorney's Oath as part of a National Day of Action. The oath will be administered by Hon. Daniel J. Anders, administrative judge for the Trial Division of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania. 

This year is a special one as the country celebrates its 250th birthday – with Philadelphia, as the birthplace of our nation, stepping into the spotlight. Last fall, Kathryn Ott Lovell, executive director of Philadelphia250, shared the vision, priorities, and progress of the city’s Semiquincentennial celebration.

Watch the video to learn how the legal community can meaningfully support and amplify the initiative. Gain insights into the strategic goals and civic impact of Philadelphia250, opportunities for engagement by firms and other legal organizations, sponsorship, and storytelling, and ways to align organizational values with the celebration’s themes of equity, innovation, and community.

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

The Winter 2026 issue includes a conversation with Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas President Judge Nina Wright Padilla, a pro bono success story about the community impacts of unlawful discriminatory mortgage lending practices in the Greater Philadelphia area, and introduction of the 99th Chancellor Ezra Wohlgelernter.

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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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.

From time to time, and after careful consideration, the Philadelphia Bar Foundation presents its Trailblazers for Justice Award to extraordinary individuals who paved the way for equal access to justice in our city. These honorees acted with exceptional vision and determination, transforming the legal landscape of Philadelphia and opening doors for those who followed. By recognizing these leaders, we honor the legacy of legal pioneers whose work continues to guide and strengthen our profession. 

SeniorLAW Center will soon embark upon its 50th year of service and will hold its annual Celebration of Justice March 25, 2026. I encourage everyone to attend and support its invaluable service to older adults, not just financially, which of course is always welcome, but by volunteering your time to enhance the priceless services it provides. One constant in all of our lives is that if we live, we will age. Join us in creating a world that values older people, hears their voices and works fiercely to secure their rights. 

The American Association for Justice (AAJ) is looking for lawyers in the Philadelphia area to judge our Student Trial Advocacy Competition (STAC), where law students take on the roles of attorneys and witnesses in a mock trial setting, which allows them to develop a deeper understanding of the skills and strategies needed to succeed as a trial lawyer.

AAJ is looking for lawyers from all areas of law.  AAJ membership is not required, nor is past mock trial experience. Lawyers will be judging the student’s advocacy skills. The Philadelphia region at City Hall (1400 John F Kennedy Blvd) will feature 18 teams from around the country. Each team will participate in three qualifying rounds, where they will represent both the plaintiff and defense sides of the case. From there, eight teams will advance to the semi-finals, then four teams to the finals. Two teams from the region will advance to the National Finals in New Orleans, LA March 26-29.  

We need at least three lawyers per courtroom to judge each round! 

For volunteer questions, please contact AAJ at STAC@justice.org

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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Ready to make the most of the season? With Budget’s Winter SUV Sale, you can rent a roomy, comfortable SUV for just $59/day! Whether you're gearing up for a family winter getaway, planning a snowy weekend escape, or simply need extra space for cold‑weather gear, this deal has you covered.

Don’t let this limited‑time offer pass you by—reserve your SUV today and hit the winter roads with confidence! Deal ends March 25.

This moderated panel presentation highlights key issues to consider when visiting the Court such as, hearing requirements, hearing procedures, hearing materials, motions for sanctions, and guidance from the Administrative Judge, Discovery Court Director, and experienced civil practitioners.

On Friday March 13, 2026 12-1 p.m. via Zoom the Legal Rights of Persons with Disabilities (LRPD) Committee will host Zach Strassburger and Elena Barrera-Waters from the City of Philadelphia’s Law Department during LRPD Committee's regular meeting. They will share information about the City’s recently updated Inclusive Language Guide, along with their work on ADA Compliance for the City.

To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting, please contact Sam Lyons at the Philadelphia Bar Association at slyons@philabar.org or (215) 238-6320. Please do your best to make your request 5 days in advance of the program. Otherwise, the Philadelphia Bar Association will still try to accommodate the request but may not have sufficient time. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Committee Co-chairs, Anne Armistead at annearmistead@gmail.com; Darlene Martin at darlmartin@pa.gov or Melissa Mazur at mmazuresq@gmail.com.

Join fellow members of the Philadelphia Bar Association for a networking event hosted by M&T Bank & M&T Nota.