Charles Hamilton Houston's Legacy: The Power of Public Interest Law

Next week! Join us for Grounded in Justice: Yoga for All Levels and Justice After Hours: A Community Social Hour on Tuesday, February 10 at City State Brewery! Check out our upcoming events page for more information and to register: https://wclawyers.org/events/upcoming-events/

Please help spread the word of the vital resources DC is making available to those impacted by the winter storm!

We are partnering with City State Brewery for Grounded in Justice: Members Only Yoga in their Bamboo Room and Justice After Hours: A Community Social Hour to follow in the brewery! We encourage you to bring a friend and join us for an incredible evening! Register using the link in our bio!

Pro Bono Spotlight: Phillip Lee, DLA Piper Sr. Attorney, has devoted almost 10 years of pro bono service to protecting critical access to housing, representing tenants facing eviction and serving clients at the Landlord Tenant Resource Center. Phillip is a pro bono inspiration for us all this year!

Pro Bono Spotlight Aida Vindell, Legal Director of Volunteer Legal Advocates. Aida is committed to advancing access to justice in every way – through representation, connecting pro bono counsel w/ clients & mentoring new attorneys in their careers. Let's celebrate her commitment to excellence!

Set your cases up for success! Through presentation and practice we will discover the use and tools of pre-trial discovery and how to effectively dive in! Litigation Skills Series: Pre-Trial Discovery is on Tues, 1/27 at 12:00 pm on Zoom! Register: https://wclawyers.org/26-01-27/

Happy New Year! Let's make 2026 a year we look forward to lending a hand when we can, asking for help when we need it, and working together knowing that's where our power lies!

One of our favorite free series is Best Practices in Pro Bono and our members love it too! During this series, we emphasize community learning through candid conversation where they swap tips on pro bono practice. You can support Best Practices by donating! https://wclawyers.org/donate/

Pro Bono Spotlight: Pamela Yee, Sr Supervising Atty at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington. Pamela spent 2025 hosting numerous Know Your Rights trainings and providing exceptional mentorship to volunteers! Pamela shared her strength in 2025! Let's celebrate her as we head into 2026!

Thank you for joining us for a wonderful evening of inspiration and fellowship at our 2025 Justice Impact Awards. A special thank you to our awardees for all you do! If you believe in the power of pro bono and public-interest lawyers, consider supporting our mission. https://ow.ly/GWmW50XGYCB TY!

See savings from a whole new perspective! While you're scrolling through sales today - check out the legal luminaries we are honoring at the Justice Impact Awards! You can learn more about their award winning pro bono service and be a part of the celebration! https://ow.ly/bzf750XvP25

Did you know your donation keeps our events free to attend? Join us for Best Practices in Pro Bono, DC Pro Bono Week, and more for FREE because of the generous donations from our community! Join in keeping our events free to attend, donate today! https://wclawyers.org/donate/

Happy Thanksgiving! Each year we reflect on how grateful we are for the support of our members & community. We achieve our mission of making justice more accessible because of your generosity. You can join in our mission by donating today! Donate: https://wclawyers.org/donate/

Football fans know if you want to make the big play, you've got to practice! The same is true for lawyers in court! Donate today to support the Litigation Skills Series and ensure our public interest and pro bono attorneys can practice to score big wins in court! Donate: https://ow.ly/Taml50XvOBC

Acacia Bellamy has demonstrated a deep commitment through her pro bono service and leadership with local clinics, members of the community, and in a variety of programs that support her fellow lawyers. Celebrate Acacia at the 2025 Justice Impact Awards! https://ow.ly/rgnt50XvOif

Kate St. Romain, Partner at Fried Frank, exemplifies using her legal tools in direct representation and systemic advocacy to defend and protect her clients and community members through pro bono service. Learn more about Kate and register today: https://wclawyers.org/2025-law-firm-kate-st-romain/

Justice Loffredo, at Medtronic PLC, has shown an unparalleled dedication to pro bono service. We are honored to celebrate Justin's leadership, commitment to justice & impact on the lives of others. Join us in congratulating Justin: https://wclawyers.org/2025-corporate-legal-counsel-justin-loffredo/

Celebrate Kaitlin Banner, the Deputy Legal Director at Washington Lawyers Committee (WLC). Her leadership protects our immigrant neighbors, defends DC autonomy, and safeguards civil rights! Join the Justice Impact Awards on Thur, 12/4! https://wclawyers.org/legal-services-kaitlin-banner/

We're delighted to honor Laura Klein as our 2025 Justice Impact Awards Presidents Award for Public Service. Read more about her amazing dedication to pro bono here https://ow.ly/vhlv50Xt1H1. Then plan to celebrate with Laura and all our awardees on December 4th. RSVP https://ow.ly/e0wU50Xt1H0

Nominations have reopened for government lawyers for our 2025 Justice Impact Awards. Deadline is Monday, November 17, at 12:00 pm ET. Nomination criteria and more details are here - https://ow.ly/EzIQ50XrTie.

🌟 Honoring Veterans Day 🌟 Today we thank those who’ve served—and remember that the mission to ensure justice continues at home. Consider giving back through pro bono work that supports veterans. Let’s serve those who served us!

The District of Columbia’s approximately 700,000 residents have no meaningful voice in our democracy or control over our local laws, public safety, or identity. This election day, please make your voice heard for D.C. Statehood! Your vote not only impacts your state, but the District we call home.

We are thrilled to honor our 2025 Justice Impact Awards recipients! Find out more here - https://wclawyers.org/2025-justice-impact-awards-recipients/ Share congratulations on social media using #JusticeImpactAwards25! Then join us to celebrate https://wclawyers.org/justice-impact-awards-2025/#JusticeImpactAwards25

If DC Pro Bono Week sparked your passion & you’re ready to build your skills for your next pro bono case, join us for the Litigation Skills Series! Learn new skills & practice at Exhibits & Evidentiary Foundations on Tues, 11/18 from 12 - 2:30 pm at Arnold & Porter (601 Mass Ave). Link in our bio!

Thank you to everyone that participated in DC Pro Bono Week 2025! We hope the offerings from the week have inspired you to seek out pro bono opportunities! Check out the DC Pro Bono Week Hub for the recap! If something piques your interest, we will help you get connected! #DCProBono25

Times are challenging. Help us honor those going above and beyond by nominating a pro bobo superstar you know. DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED! Gov't Award deadline suspended until after shutdown ends. Details here - https://wclawyers.org/nominations-open-2025-justice-impact-awards/

Advice and referral clinics are a powerful way for lawyers to support DC residents. And you can be a part of it! Join one of five pop-up clinic opportunities to advise litigants seeking help with expungement, family, housing, benefits, and consumer issues. Register in the linktree in our bio!

Looking to stay connected to resources and events so you confidentially know your rights?? Check out the Pro Bono Publico Blog for on-demand resources and upcoming KYR events! Including the Amica Center for Immigrant Rights training tomorrow at 6:00 pm. Learn more: wclawyers.org/kyr-resource...

Nominations are now open for the Justice Impact Awards! Do you know someone working at a legal services organization that has had an incredible impact on the community and access to justice? We want to celebrate their hard work! Learn more here: wclawyers.org/nominations-...

Join us for the start of our programming year w/ these events! Fall Kickoff Tues 9/16; 6 pm @ Goodwin Procter wclawyers.org/fall-kick-of... Best Practices in Pro Bono: Keeping the Commitment: Structures to Make Full Rep Work for Everyone Mon 9/29; 12:00 pm @ Fried Frank wclawyers.org/25-09-29/

Nominate a Pro Bono Star! We invite you to nominate a lawyer you know who has been diligently working on behalf of those in need to receive one of our Justice Impact Awards. The deadline for submitting nominations is 5:00 pm ET on Thur, Oct 16. Learn more: wclawyers.org/events/justi...

Happy Labor Day! Labor Day began in the late 1800s to celebrate the accomplishments of laborers. While the exact origins are debated, individual states/ territories began celebrating the holiday. In 1894, Pres. Cleveland signed a law recognizing Labor Day as a federal holiday

Our community needs to support one another now more than ever before. Please review resources provided and register for events here: wclawyers.org/kyr-resource... If you would like to add events or resources to this page please send the information to [email protected].

Check out the latest notice from DC Superior Court on accessibility of court buildings on the weekends. If you have any questions, please contact the Civil Director’s Office at 202-879-1680.

The SBPC is hosting a webinar for borrowers who are behind on their federal student loans. The webinar will explain how delinquency & default work & provide borrowers w/ information about how to prevent default and what to do if you are in default. Learn more: protectborrowers.org/events/delin...

The #access2justice Initiative provides thousands of District residents with life-changing legal services and promotes public safety, housing stability, and economic opportunity #dcciviljustice

The ATJ Initiative works. Make funding a priority. @chmnmendelson.bsky.social @anitabondsdc.bsky.social @robertwhitedc.bsky.social @cmchenderson.bsky.social @brianneknadeau.bsky.social @cmfrumin.bsky.social @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social cmzparker5.bsky.social @cmcharlesallen.bsky.social

Curious about making the transition from the public-interest arena to an in-house legal role? Join us for an exclusive panel discussion where seasoned in-house counsel share their journeys, insights, and actionable advice on how to break into the corporate legal world. wclawyers.org/how-to-go-in...

If giving back is one of your goals this summer, volunteer at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center July Advice & Referral Clinic! The clinic connects you directly with the community and gives you the space and support to assist clients with legal needs. Register to volunteer: wclawyers.org/25-07-26/

Join Amara Legal Center at the free virtual Human Trafficking 101 training for legal professionals on Wed 6/25 at 12PM. Learn steps to identify someone experiencing trafficking, the challenges survivors face, and getting survivors connected to services. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/amara-lega...

The 2025 Summer Forum is a time for reflecting with community & innovating pro bono service. We are excited to welcome Rep. Jamie Raskin as our keynote speaker to share his insights on the power of pro bono! Get your ticket today! wclawyers.org/summer-pro-b...

Please restore A2J funding to $31.668M. @chmnmendelson.bsky.social @anitabondsdc.bsky.social @robertwhitedc.bsky.social @cmchenderson.bsky.social @brianneknadeau.bsky.social @cmfrumin.bsky.social @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social cmzparker5.bsky.social @cmcharlesallen.bsky.social

Discover the resources available in the Domestic Violence Division and learn more about how to support survivors seeking CPO relief. The Domestic Violence Division Open House is Mon, 6/23 from 12 - 1:30 pm at DC Superior Court, Moultrie Bldg (500 Indiana Ave). Register: wclawyers.org/25-06-12/

Stand out this spring by making a difference at the DC Bar Pro Bono Center May Advice & Referral Clinic! The clinic connects you w/ the community! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain experience, give back, and create memories. Register today to spring into action: wclawyers.org/051725-2/

Our annual Summer Pro Bono & Public Interest Forum brings together summer associates & interns interested in using their law degrees to help those in need. We welcome Rep. Jamie Raskin, MD 8th District, as our keynote speaker on 7/10 from 11-2:15. Register wclawyers.org/summer-pro-b...

D.C. Bar Office Elections Open 4/15! Those elected review & approve DC Bar policies, the Bar budget, governance for the Bar & much more. The DC Bar has more than 120,000 members. Last year only 6%, just over 7,000 members, voted in the election. Make your voice heard! Share with your network!

Washington Council of Lawyers Stands Against Attacks on the Rule of Law! Read our full statement here: wclawyers.org/washington-c...

Law students! Take a short study break to learn about post graduate fellowship opportunities at Fellowships 101! Join us on Tuesday, April 15 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm ET via Zoom Register: wclawyers.org/fellowships-...

The U.S. Dept of Education’s (ED) Office of Federal Student Aid reopened the online income-driven repayment plan & loan consolidation apps for borrowers. ED has not committed to processing the new apps. Learn more about what borrowers can do right now: protectborrowers.org/amidst-unpre.... #PSLF