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The American Bar Association provides resources to assist lawyers and judges, accredits law schools and works to improve the legal system for the public.
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All ABA members are eligible for a Presidential appointment to ABA Standing Committees, Special Committees, Commissions, and other Association entities and initiatives. The online application process is now open and accepting nominations until February 10, 2026! Apply here: https://bit.ly/4pM3i8P
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January 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Law school can be challenging, but manageable for students with children or other major responsibilities when they reprioritize, adjust expectations and rely on strong support networks. Learn more:
https://bit.ly/4aToDJV
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January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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The ABA isn’t just standing for the Rule of Law, we are standing up AND speaking out. Keep checking for new programs on the critical role that lawyers and courts play in ensuring that the law is applied equally and fairly—regardless of political affiliation, title or position. https://bit.ly/49iGWHb
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January 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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It’s that time of the year when the ABA makes approximately 700 appointments to ABA Standing Committees, Special Committees, Commissions, and other Association entities and initiatives. Nominations must be received by February 10, 2026 for consideration. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pM3i8P
January 21, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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What can LEGO teach you about the law? Learn how this creative approach can sharpen your skills for law school exams and the bar exam: https://bit.ly/3YcNK2L
January 20, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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Stare Decisis is a Latin term meaning “let the decision stand” or “to stand by things decided,” and it is a foundational concept in American law. Here is how it works and what it means in practice: https://bit.ly/49FBLQC
January 20, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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The ABA decries shooting of Indiana judge and violence against judges.
Text reading 'The American Bar Association echoes the concerns of Loretta H. Rush, chief justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, who encouraged judges to remain vigilant after Tippecanoe County (Ind.) Superior Court Judge Steven P. Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were shot at their home Jan. 18. “You must not only feel safe,” she wrote in an open letter to state judges, “you must also be safe. Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable.”' Text reading: 'While a motive in the shooting has not yet been determined, the ABA recognizes that judges face an unprecedented level of attacks and threats. The U.S. Marshals Service, which protects federal judges, has recorded 2,256 threats against federal judges since 2022. The threat level faced by state court judges is harder to determine because there is no national reporting system to track comprehensive state-level statistics. Available local data reveals widespread issues. In Maricopa County, Arizona, for example, more than 400 serious threats were reported against state judges from 2020-2023.No judge should feel threatened because they did their job and made a ruling. Justice and democracy cannot operate if decisions are influenced by a judge’s concern over their safety or the safety of their families.' Text reading: 'In November, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan Countering Threats and Attacks on Our Judges Act (S.2379) by unanimous consent. The bill would establish a State Judicial Threat Intelligence and Resource Center to provide technical assistance, training and monitoring of threats for state and local judges and court personnel and address the importance of pooling state resources to ensure the safety of state and local judges.The ABA urges the U.S. House of Representative to pass this important bipartisan bill and continue to protect judicial independence by taking the necessary steps to provide safety and security to all our judges and court personnel. - ABA President Michelle A. Behnke'
January 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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An effective opening can set the tone for a successful verdict. From refining your delivery to using visual aids effectively, preparation matters. Discover practical tips to help you prepare for the courtroom: https://bit.ly/4qzeUNC
January 20, 2026 at 5:58 PM
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ABA President Michelle A. Behnke's statement on honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy.
Text reading: "On this federal holiday honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the American Bar Association urges that lawyers recognize this holiday with a day of service. The day should be a day on rather than a day off. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by providing service, not just reciting his inspirational words. Through his service, he worked to improve his community and the world. Dr. King envisioned a better world, one where “the rough places of injustice are transformed into a smooth plane of equality of opportunity,” for everyone, and he dedicated his life to making it a reality. He did this through more than just his enduring words. He did this through his impactful actions." Text reading: "He called on all to act and noted that inaction amounted to complicity. He warned against “the appalling silence of the good people.” Dr. King’s message that we are all responsible for society’s health and advancement still resonates, even 58 years after his death. Our society thrives when we embrace our common values and accept our interconnectedness. As we commemorate the exceptional life of Dr. King today, we reflect on his powerful message of equality and recognize that through inclusion, we all become stronger and better. All lawyers can honor his memory today and everyday by continuing the fight for equal justice for all and by upholding the rule of law in ways that expand opportunity and fairness for every community." – ABA President Michelle A. Behnke
January 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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Ready to take the next step? Visit the ABA Career Center for job postings, interviewing tips and more: https://bit.ly/4qItUZB
January 18, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Registration is open for the 2026 Midyear Meeting. Join us in San Antonio, Texas, February 4-9 to connect with colleagues and participate in important discussions about trends shaping the future of the legal profession. Register today:
https://bit.ly/4pbp0mz
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January 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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In search of something new? The ABA Career Center has thousands of job postings covering the whole legal spectrum. https://bit.ly/3MM5r6T
January 12, 2026 at 12:10 AM
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If you're a young attorney interested in helping students with disciplinary cases, employment grievances or appeals of financial aid decisions, consider serving as a student advocate.

Learn more about this role and why lawyers should get involved:
https://bit.ly/4qp0KOT
January 10, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Registration is open for the 2026 Midyear Meeting. Join us in San Antonio, Texas, February 4-9 to connect with colleagues and participate in important discussions about trends shaping the future of the legal profession. Register today:
https://bit.ly/4pbp0mz
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Transactional work — from single-member LLC formations to complex real estate and M&A deals — can be intellectually stimulating and client-facing. But it comes with pitfalls. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pciNXE
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January 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Gaining exposure to real-life legal proceedings and documents early in your career — even outside your intended practice area — can give you a major advantage as a lawyer. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4awF1Qj
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January 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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The ABA is committed to upholding the Constitution, the judicial process and equal justice under the law. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/4pT1Oe4
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January 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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What can LEGO teach you about the law? Learn how this creative approach can sharpen your skills for law school exams and the bar exam: https://bit.ly/3YcNK2L
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January 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Lawyers can experience vicarious trauma when working with clients who've lived through traumatic events. While attorneys aren’t expected to be therapists, there are practical tools that can help you support both your client and yourself in those vulnerable moments. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49qKBTd
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January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Learn practical networking tips to help you build lasting connections and advance your legal career: https://bit.ly/497Baqm
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January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Have you ever wondered how "Legally Blonde" compares to real law school? From the iconic courtroom scene to Elle Woods' admission to Harvard, here’s what the movie gets right — and wrong: https://bit.ly/4awCDJl
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January 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Many lawyers perpetuate a culture that equates constant availability with professional virtue and wear their exhaustion like a badge of honor. This has to change: https://bit.ly/3LhEibo
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January 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Tips to help you identify an ideal mentor and build a strong, successful mentor-mentee relationship: https://bit.ly/4ar0Rok
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January 6, 2026 at 8:51 PM
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Ready to take the next step? Visit the ABA Career Center for job postings, interviewing tips and more: https://bit.ly/4qItUZB
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January 6, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Tips to help you better understand your professor’s teaching style, prepare more effectively for class and take organized, actionable notes: https://bit.ly/3YbK2GF
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January 6, 2026 at 4:55 PM