1. The WBA 2023-2024 Board of Directors Thank You for Your Continued Support!
2. Membership Dues
3. WBA Recognitions
4. WBA Upcoming Events
5. WBAEF Announcements and Events
6. WBA YLD Events
7. Additional DC Opportunities
8. NBA Upcoming Events
9. Job and Mentorship Program Opportunities
10. DC Refers
11. Thank you to our sponsors!

On Behalf of all WBA Board Members, we would like to thank you for your membership and continued support of the WBA, its events, and programs! 

Please do reach out to any of the above WBA Board members if you have any questions regarding membership or any of our upcoming events/programs.  You can also send any questions or concerns to info@washingtonbar.org.

Since its founding in 1870, Georgetown Law has had a part-time evening program for students who wish to pursue law degrees while still working full-time. In fact, the Law Center’s first class of 25 students were all evening students who kept their day jobs. Today, Georgetown’s evening program is considered the country’s best, with 30-some evening students enrolling every year.

For most evening students, completing a J.D. takes four years, not three, but otherwise they have the same opportunities all other law students do, from enrolling in clinics and practicums to participating in student-run organizations like journals and the Student Bar Association.

Our very own WBA LSD Chair, Maurice Roberson, is a current evening program students at Georgetown Law. To hear more about what brought him to the Law Center – and how he manages his career, schoolwork and more, please click below

Thursday, February 8, 2024
6:00 pm at
George Washington University Law School
(Faculty Conference Center – 5th Floor)
2000 H Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001

Please make plans to attend the Washington Bar Association’s mid-year General Body Meeting and Networking Reception. The meeting will include updates on the state of the WBA, as well as information on upcoming events and opportunities to get involved.

A Networking Reception for WBA members and law students from local law schools (American, Catholic, GW, Georgetown, Howard, and UDC) will immediately follow the General Body Meeting. Come share your experiences and insights on how to succeed in the legal profession with the next generation of lawyers.

RSVP below by February 6.

Saturday, February 20, 2024
10:00AM – 2:00PM
Georgetown University Law Center
McDonough Hall, 600 New Jersey Ave NW,
Washington, DC 20001

• Still looking to connect with legal employers from law firms, as well as government agencies, corporations, and members of the judiciary?
• Did you miss any Fall Recruitment events?
• Information about starting your career while in law school or post-law school?

Join us at the WBA and WBAEF’s 2024 Annual Career Fair on January 20, 2024 at the Georgetown University Law Center.

The 2024 Annual Career Fair seeks to provide opportunities to law students and recent law graduates to connect with employers in the legal profession. Employees may be hiring clerks, interns, and entry-level associates…and even information to jump start your application for the employer’s next recruitment cycle!

The Job Fair also includes a Career Panel Discussion and Recruitment Coaching, such as Mock Interviews and Resume Reviews. These discussion, coaching, and networking opportunities are invaluable! Register to be a part of this amazing event!

Volunteer to assist with providing free legal advice on D.C. and federal civil matters.

Saturday, February 24, 2024
Bread for the City
1700 Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20020.
10am – 12pm

The only requirement is that the lawyer be licensed and in good standing in at least 1 U.S. jurisdiction

Saturday, May 4, 2024
6:30PM – 10:00PM
Salamander Washington D.C.

Please join the Washington Bar Association, Inc. (WBA) and the Washington Bar Association Educational Foundation, Inc. (WBAEF) for our signature black-tie event – the Annual Law Day Dinner – on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Salamander Washington D.C., located at 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20024, beginning at 6:30 in the evening.

The highlight of the Annual Law Day Dinner is the conferral of the highly coveted Charles Hamilton Houston Medallion of Merit – the Washington Bar Association, Inc.’s highest honor – on the prestigious honorees of the evening, who, through their life’s work, have consistently demonstrated a commitment to Houstonian principles.

Our 2024 recipients of the prestigious Charles Hamilton Houston Medallion of Merit are Valerie Jarrett, former Senior Advisor to United States President Barack H. Obama, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of the Barack Obama Foundation, Board Chair of Civic Nation, and Co-Chair of the United States of Women, and another surprise history-making honoree. These remarkable trailblazers have distinguished careers that have exemplified stellar leadership, a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, and dedication to our organization’s mission of “Equal Justice Under Law.”

The 2024 Law Day Dinner promises to be an incredible evening of legal excellence that you will not want to miss. The event will begin with a VIP cocktail reception for sponsors, dignitaries, and other distinguished guests. The program and a formal dinner will follow, and the event will conclude with our much-anticipated dessert reception and live entertainment.

Sponsorships and individual tickets may be purchased at the link below or the WBA’s website (www.washingtonbar.org). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the 2024 Law Day Dinner Chair, Henry E. Floyd, Jr., at HFloydEsq@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support of the Washington Bar Association, Inc. and the Washington Bar Association Educational Foundation, Inc. We look forward to seeing you at the Salamander on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Meta DC Headquarters
575 7th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20004Thursday, February 22
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with the Washington Bar Association Educational Foundation, Inc. (WBAEF) as we host our Annual Wine Tasting & Scholarship Reception on Thursday, February 22 from 6:00-8:00 pm!

Join us in the heart of Washington, DC at the Meta DC Headquarters (575 7th Street NW) for an exclusive in-person event.

Indulge your senses with a delightful selection of wine, carefully curated by Vino 301 Wine Concierge by Leslie Frelow. Sip and savor decadent flavors, while supporting a great cause

Not only will you have the opportunity to enjoy an array of exquisite wines, but you will be celebrating the recipients of the WBAEF 2024 Charles Hamilton Houston Essay Competition. Your attendance helps us with our commitment to provide educational opportunities to deserving law students in the DC area.

Mark your calendar and join us for an evening full of laughter, legal excellence, and, of course, exceptional wines. We can’t wait to raise a glass with you at the WBAEF Annual Wine Tasting & Scholarship Reception!

Please purchase your tickets using this link below.

Discount codes available for certain WBA membership groups. Free for WBA Life Members.

After 8:00pm

1407 T Street NW, Washington, DC
February 20, 2024

6:00PM – 9:00PM

Thursday, February 15
Banneker High School
1600 9th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
8:30AM – 12:45 PM

Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, located in Washington, D.C., is a magnet school specializing in math, science, and technology. The school attracts top local students and proudly maintains an impressive 100 percent college acceptance rate.

Communities from the D.C. Bar have been proud sponsors of the Banneker Science Fair since 1996. To make the event a success, the school is seeking judges to evaluate projects anonymously on February 15, 2024.

This year the science fair will be held in-person at Banneker High School, 1600 9th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

The winners will advance to compete at city, regional, and national level science fairs. Join us in supporting local education and fostering a passion for science and technology!

For more information or to sign up as a judge, please directly contact the Communities support team at Outreach@dcbar.org.

Since 1988, the CBCF have upheld their commitment to nurturing the next generation of Black leaders through academic financial support and professional development opportunities. The scholarship programs provide vital resources to deserving students, while the summer internships offer hands-on experience in the heart of policymaking on Capitol Hill.

2024 Scholarship Program

Scholarships:

• The Ally Financial Public Policy Scholarship*
• CBC Spouses Education Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Essay Contest Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship
• HBCU National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice Scholarship
• The Tracking Foundation Multi-Year Scholarship
• The Tracking Foundation Scholars Scholarship
• CBCF Reducing the Financial Barrier Scholarship (Need-based)

Application Deadlines:

• Phase 1 – March 31, 2024
• Phase 2 – April 27, 2024

Summer 2024 Internship Program

Program Options:

• Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program
• Congressional Internship Program

Program Dates: May 27 – July 26, 2024

Benefits:

1. Bi-weekly stipend
2. Washington, D.C. housing
3. CBC Member office placement
4. Professional development training
5. Exclusive networking opportunities

Application Deadline: March 29, 2024

Requirements:

• 2.5 GPA (Congressional), 3.0 GPA (C-Suite)
• Permanent or university residence in a CBC Member district
• Rising college sophomore, junior, senior, or recent graduate (24 months) by program start date (Congressional)

The National Bar Association would like to invite members to attend their International Affiliates Meeting.

Join the NBA, as they convene in the south of France and enjoy the rich culture of the French Riviera. After the 10 day excursion in Nice and Marseille (May 8-18, 2024), take part in the optional getaway to Barcelona and Ibiza (May 18-24, 2024).

Join the National Bar Association from March 7, 2024- March 10, 2024 for the 4rth Annual Mid-Year Conference and Gertrude E. Rush Awards Dinner in Houston, Texas!

This event pays homage to two of our most devoted civil rights leaders, Gertrude E. Rush and Heman Sweatt.

The Washington Bar Association, Inc. (WBA) is pleased to share the following opportunities, and we encourage you to share this information with others who may be interested.

• Operations Section Position – Office of Intelligence
• Oversights Section Position – Office of Intelligence
• Judicial Clerkship Positions – DC Office of Administrative Hearings
• Various Positions – House Vacancy Announcement and Placement Service
• Various Positions – Legal Aid Society of DC
• Various Positions – DC Dep’t of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
• Various Attorney Positions – NVRDC
• Various Positions – Department of Health and Human Services
• Various Positions – Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
• Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia – Various Positions

DC Refers was created to increase access to justice for people of modest means in the District of Columbia. Many people in the District of Columbia earn too much to qualify for free legal services from pro bono lawyers or nonprofit legal aid providers, but do not earn enough to afford the rates that most lawyers charge for their services. People whose income falls between 200-400% of the federal poverty guidelines often have limited or no option to obtain legal assistance. We seek to fill that justice gap.

DC Refers invites lawyers with at least two years of experience in their practice area to apply to join our online directory of reduced fee lawyers. Attorneys who join our directory are not required to accept any particular client referral. But if they do accept a client who qualifies for a reduced rate, the lawyer may not charge the client more than $150 per hour. Of course, clients who do not qualify for a reduced rate may be charged the attorney’s normal rate.

If you know someone who would benefit from our services, please share our fliers in English or Spanish.

To learn more about DC Refers or join our directory visit our website https://dcrefers.org/ or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin,

The Washington Bar Association, Inc. (WBA) extends its appreciation and heartfelt THANK YOU to the following sponsors: