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Self Representation Hurting Individual Cases, Courts, Say Judges

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:45:00 GMT

ABA Releases New “View from the Bench” Study

(PRWeb July 12, 2010)

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ABA Testimony Reports Legal Community’s Views of Kagan’s Professional Qualifications

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMT

“Exceptional,” “Outstanding” Lawyer is Consensus Conclusion

(PRWeb July 02, 2010)

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American Bar Association Names New Executive Director

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The American Bar Association today named Jack L. Rives, formerly the judge advocate general, United States Air Force, headquartered at the Pentagon, as its new executive director. The appointment is effective on Law Day, May 1, 2010.

(PRWeb April 23, 2010)

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ABANow.org Named Finalist for Webby Award

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:01:00 GMT

ABANow.org, the American Bar Association’s online news resource for the media, ABA members and the legal profession, has been named one of five finalists for Best Law Web site in the 14th Annual Webby Awards.

(PRWeb April 17, 2010)

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First Legal News App Release For Apple's iPad

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The first legal news app developed specifically for Apple’s iPad was released today by the ABA Journal, the flagship magazine of the American Bar Association. The free app can be downloaded from iTunes here.

(PRWeb April 17, 2010)

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Law In The 21st Century’s Dramatic Changes, Challenges Explored Through ABA Law Day Programs, Resources

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

With the May 1 approach of Law Day 2010—a day that marks the nation’s commitment to the rule of law—the American Bar Association once again will present a variety of educational programs as well as resources for bar associations, civic organizations, schools and other educators to conduct their own Law Day events.

(PRWeb April 15, 2010)

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The International Models Project on Women’s Rights Unveils Prototype of Impowr Wiki in Wake of International Women’s Day

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The International Models Project on Women’s Rights, established by the American Bar Association, is creating a comprehensive and collaborative online database of information on gender-equality law reform efforts around the world. Today the first prototype for this comprehensive Web site tool will be unveiled at demo.impowr.org.

(PRWeb March 11, 2010)

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Statement of Carolyn B. Lamm, President, American Bar Association Re: Trying Detainees Accused of 9/11 Attacks

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The American Bar Association believes that Article III courts are the preferred forum for trying detainees accused of criminal responsibility for the 9/11 attacks on the United States.

(PRWeb March 10, 2010)

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Leading Civil Rights and First Amendment Lawyer Paul M. Smith to Receive 2010 Thurgood Marshall Award at ABA Annual Meeting

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The American Bar Association Section of Individual Rights and Responsibilities named civil liberties and human rights attorney Paul M. Smith as the recipient of this year’s Thurgood Marshall Award, which will be presented Aug. 7 at the ABA Annual Meeting in San Francisco.

(PRWeb March 03, 2010)

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ABA Journal Features Behind-The-Scenes Look At Rehnquist

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A rare glimpse into the private life and intellect of a very public figure.

(PRWeb February 27, 2010)

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ABA Midyear Meeting Agenda Features Discussions on Immigration Reform, Funding Crisis Facing Courts and the Changing Face of Discrimination

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Midyear Meeting to be held Feb. 3-9, in Orlando, Fla.

(PRWeb January 27, 2010)

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Criminal Justice; Immigration; Politics in U.S. Attorney Offices; Equal Pay; Needs of Veterans, Service Members, Among ABA Policy Issues

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Proposals are Slated for Policy Votes at February Meeting in Orlando

(PRWeb January 07, 2010)

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New ABA Web Site to Highlight Rulings by Federal Appellate Courts

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:01:00 GMT

The American Bar Association has launched a new Web site intended to inform the media and public of important cases in the nation's federal appellate courts.

(PRWeb November 19, 2009)

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Global Gathering to Unveil Rule of Law Index Data, Design Multidisciplinary Plans for Local Action

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Data on Austria, United States and 30 other nations to be announced; key speakers will include Palestinian legislator and activist Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, Ashraf Ghani, Justice Ellen Gracie Northfleet

(PRWeb October 30, 2009)

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Statement of Carolyn B. Lamm, President, American Bar Association

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Government Accountability Office Report on Issues Related To Law School Cost and Access

(PRWeb October 29, 2009)

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Federal Marital Benefits for Same-Sex Couples, Long Term Funding for Stimulus Projects are Among Hot Topics Facing ABA Policymakers

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Association's House of Delegates to debate controversies, current issues, national policies

(PRWeb July 09, 2009)

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William H. Gates, Sr., To Receive American Bar Association Medal For 2009

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

William H. Gates, Sr., co-chair of the William and Melinda Gates Foundation, has been chosen by the American Bar Association to receive its highest honor, the ABA Medal.

(PRWeb June 25, 2009)

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Majority of Americans Hard-Hit by Recession, Stand Firm Behind Federal Funding for Legal Assistance

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:37:12 GMT

New Survey Offers New Insight on Legal Ripples from Financial Crisis

(PRWeb April 21, 2009)

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New Online ABA Resource Helps Lawyers Survive Tough Economy

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:30:21 GMT

Economic Recovery Resources Web Portal Offers Assistance to Legal Professionals

(PRWeb April 02, 2009)

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Rights of Guantanamo Detainees and Military Personnel, Immigration Reform, Post-Catastrophe Relief, Among Issues Addressed by ABA Policy-Making Body

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:01:00 GMT

Measures Critical to Legal Profession and Nation Passed by ABA Policy-Making Body

(PRWeb February 17, 2009)

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The New Administration and the Judiciary, the Housing Crisis and the Law, Racism and the Legal System Explored at ABA Midyear Meeting Programs

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:50:00 GMT

The housing crisis and the role of lawyers in securing housing justice; examining the psychology of prejudice; and insights into the new administration, Congress and the federal judiciary are among issues to be discussed in programs featured at the 2009 American Bar Association Midyear Meeting, Feb. 11 - 17 in Boston.

(PRWeb February 03, 2009)

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Measures to Reduce Harm and Litigation After Catastrophes Lead Issues for ABA Policy Body in Boston in February

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:35:00 GMT

Would address problems from fires, floods, hurricanes, other natural disasters.

(PRWeb January 14, 2009)

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American Bar Association Weighs In On Access To Courts For Military Personnel, Federal Judicial Nomination Process And International Criminal Court

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:01:00 GMT

The American Bar Association's House of Delegates approved recommendations relating to expanding military members' access to the courts, encouraging bipartisan commissions to evaluate prospective judicial candidates and urging the U.S. government to expand its interaction with the International Criminal Court.

(PRWeb August 13, 2008)

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Contentious Federal Judicial Nominations, State Court Elections Focus of Next ABA President

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:01:00 GMT

H. Thomas Wells Jr. Organizes Court Efforts, Calls for Lawyers to Help with Elections

(PRWeb August 12, 2008)

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Military Personnel Rights, Federal Judicial Nominations and Other Critical Legal Issues Top Agenda for ABA House of Delegates at Annual Meeting in New York

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Association’s policy-making body to debate critical legal issues

(PRWeb July 17, 2008)

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Proposals to Strengthen the Rule of Law Incubated at World Justice Forum; Funding for Projects Announced

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:24:34 GMT

United Nations World Justice Day Urged

(PRWeb July 07, 2008)

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Rule of Law Index, Opportunity Fund Introduced During World Justice Forum Kick-Off

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:20:14 GMT

The World Justice Forum is about “actions, not discussions; programs, not declarations,” said William H. Neukom during a news conference that kicked off the Forum earlier today.

(PRWeb July 03, 2008)

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ABA-Commissioned Poll Finds Nearly Half of Americans With Mortgages Worried About Keeping Their Homes

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 08:40:00 GMT

Poll finds 73 percent of Americans have changed their spending habits; also finds 39 percent of those with financial concerns have done nothing to address them.

(PRWeb June 12, 2008)

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