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From Fellows to Mentors: Alumni Share Lasting Lessons from Courts with the Next Generation
Annabel Rodriguez grew up in Boston in a Spanish-speaking home where, from childhood, she was the family translator and advocate. She didn’t think a career in law was within her reach until she got a unique opportunity in college to enroll in a fellowship at the federal courthouse.
Remembering the Need for Self-Care
Law was literally killing me. A heart monitor I wore in May showed my heart was running at beats up to 231 beats per minute. I was in atrial fibrillation, my heart beating out of rhythm, 56 percent of the time. I didn’t notice. I’d had recent procedures for hernia and ulcer, and had gotten my first ever bone fracture, and through it pushed on. Many of us are drawn to the legal profession by a drive to help people. It’s what drew me in. Law has given me the opportunity to change many people’s lives for the better. On a few lucky occasions I’ve actually been able to change policy, once or…
Hon. Martina Peterson receives 2026 Diversity Champion Award
Hon. Martina Peterson will receive this year’s Missouri Bar Diversity Champion Award for her dedication to inclusion and gains toward increasing the retention, advancement, and promotion of diversity in the legal profession.
Join a Practice Section for $15
Now is the time to join one of our 19 practice-specific Sections. Members of Sections have access to Lexology’s daily personalized newsletter, discounted registration fees for Section CLE, and more. […] The post Join a Practice Section for $15 appeared first on The Mississippi Bar .
Registration Open for Portugal Trip – May 2027
Travel with CLE Abroad and The Mississippi Bar May 12-20, 2027, and earn education credits! A Taste of Portugal will visit Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, and the Douro Valley while engaging […] The post Registration Open for Portugal Trip – May 2027 appeared first on The Mississippi Bar .
Case summaries for Aug. 7-13, 2026
Summaries are not part of the opinions of the Court. They have been prepared for the convenience of the reader and should not be quoted or cited.
Eighth Judicial District Court Reassigns Family Division Cases, Designates Lead Judges
On August 12, 2026, the Eighth Judicial District Court issued Administrative Order 26-05: an administrative order regarding Family Division case reassignments and lead judge designations. According to the order, District Judge Cynthia Giuliani has been appointed Presiding Judge of the Family Division, and reassignment of her current caseload is necessary to enable her to carry […]
State Bar Seizes Records of Tustin Man’s Illegal Immigration Law Practice
State Bar Seizes Records of Tustin Man’s Illegal Immigration Law Practice Unauthorized Practice of Law Consumer Protection Cheryl.Cheng@c… Thu, 08/13/2026 - 09:33 Thu, Aug 13, 2026, All day The State Bar of California announced today the seizure of the unauthorized law practice of John Minnella of Tustin, following an investigation sparked by a Mexican immigrant who paid Minnella thousands of dollars for immigration legal services that were never delivered. A State Bar investigation began in 2024 after Minnella’s former client filed a complaint alleging that in 2011, he hired Minnella, after…
Small towns, big impact: Realities of rural practice
Genna Tlustos is the assistant editor of the Journal of The Missouri Bar. Living in a rural area has many benefits — avoiding traffic, the lower cost of living, having a close-knit community, and seeing the direct impacts of your work. But in Missouri, one major drawback may be finding access to legal services. And for the lawyers working in rural areas, the pressure to fill those gaps can be demanding and challenging. Assessing rural practice in Missouri The Missouri Bar’s Special Committee on Rural Practice is researching the state of rural practice in Missouri, including examining barriers…
Navigating uncertainty as a lawyer
Uncertainty is no stranger to the legal community. Whether waiting for employment offers, discovery, opposing counsel to respond, or a verdict, for many lawyers, uncertainty can create a heightened sense of anxiety and distress, which can lead to burnout and professional dissatisfaction (LCMLA 2022). Struggling with uncertainty and the unknown is a common part of human experience. Our brains are wired to protect us, scanning for potential threats and looking for evidence to fit that something could go wrong. When we don’t know what the future holds, our minds naturally try to fill in the…
Goodwin, Matthes, Spradlin honored as 2026 exemplary trial lawyers
Gregory M. Goodwin, T.J. Matthes, and Tracy Spradlin will receive this year’s Lon O. Hocker Awards for their commendable work as trial lawyers.
Massachusetts CPCS Seeks Dual-Licensed Vermont Attorneys for Private Panel Opportunities
The Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is expanding its outreach to attorneys in neighboring states and is particularly interested in connecting with Vermont attorneys who are also licensed to practice in Massachusetts. CPCS contracts with private attorneys throughout Massachusetts to provide representation to individuals who cannot afford counsel. For dual-licensed attorneys, CPCS private…
Teri Corsones Wins Robert B. Yegge Award for Outstanding Contribution in the Field of Judicial Administration at ABA Annual Meeting
Vermont State Court Administrator Therese “Teri” Corsones was honored on Aug. 1 at the 2026 ABA Annual Conference in Chicago with the Robert B. Yegge Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Field of Judicial Administration. The Award honors the former Dean Emeritus of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and former Chair of…
Gov. Cox appoints Lance Talakai to Third District Juvenile Court
PRESS RELEASE SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 11, 2026) — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Lance Talakai to serve as a judge in the Third District Juvenile Court, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge David Johnson. “Lance has spent his career serving people at some of the most consequential moments of their […]
Bar Blast – August 11, 2026
Federal Court: Ignorance Is No Excuse for Lawyer’s Erroneous AI Citations
A federal court in Tacoma sanctioned a lawyer for submitting inaccurate filings generated using AI tools due to her lack of understanding of the technology. Despite her apology, the court emphasized that ignorance is not a valid excuse for errors in legal practice. The lawyer received a $3,000 fine and future certification requirements.
Update: Software Updates to Court’s Evidence Portal Set for 5-9 PM Aug. 11 are Postponed
This just in from the Judiciary: UPDATE – August 11, 2026: The software update to the Vermont Digital Evidence Portal (VDEP) scheduled for tonight, August 11, has been postponed. No maintenance will occur tonight, and VDEP will remain available as usual. The Vermont Judiciary expects to receive potential new dates for the update soon and…
Day 2 Summary: Leadership, the Judiciary, and the Enduring Strength of the Rule of Law
The final full day of the Utah State Bar’s 95th Anniversary Summer Convention reflected on the profession’s past while looking confidently toward its future. Attorneys, judges, and legal professionals gathered for reports from Bar and judicial leaders, the swearing-in of new officers and commissioners, recognition of distinguished award recipients, candid conversations with the judiciary, and […]
Utah State Bar Celebrates 95 Years of Service, Honors Outstanding Legal Leaders at Sun Valley Summer Convention
PRESS RELEASE SUN VALLEY, Idaho (August 7, 2026) — Against the backdrop of its 95th Anniversary Summer Convention, the Utah State Bar celebrated nearly a century of service to Utah’s legal profession by recognizing exceptional lawyers, judges, volunteers and leaders whose dedication has strengthened the justice system and the communities it serves. This year’s convention […]
Interested in Being a Vermont Superior Court Judge? Apply by Sept. 11
The Judicial Nominating Board circulated a memo yesterday (8/6/26) advising that there are two vacancies to be filled on the court in the coming months. Complete details are in the memo and on the judiciary website.
Day 1 Summary: Inspiring Tone for the Bar’s 95th Anniversary Summer Convention
The Utah State Bar’s 95th Anniversary Summer Convention is off to an exceptional start in beautiful Sun Valley, Idaho, bringing together more than 250 attorneys. The convention officially began Wednesday evening with a vibrant opening reception of nearly 600 people on the Sun Valley Lodge Terrace, where colleagues and friends reunited over a catered dinner […]
State Bar Submits Letter to Supreme Court with Update on February 2025 CA Bar Exam Internal Investigation
State Bar Submits Letter to Supreme Court with Update on February 2025 CA Bar Exam Internal Investigation Board of Trustees Bar Exam Cheryl.Cheng@c… Wed, 08/05/2026 - 14:35 Wed, Aug 5, 2026, All day During closed session on August 4, 2026, the State Bar Board of Trustees approved the submission of a letter to the California Supreme Court that provides an update on the privileged independent internal investigation into the issues relating to the February 2025 California Bar Exam, which the Board initially directed in March 2025. The letter explains that the Board paused the investigation in…
Pig Collagen and an $88 Million Verdict: Inside the First Covidien Hernia Mesh Trial
Bar Blast – August 4, 2026
Put It in Writing: Why Non-Engagement Letters Belong in Your Intake Process
Lawyers spend a lot of time crafting engagement agreements. A good engagement agreement identifies the client, defines the work, explains fees, and sets expectations. But what about the matters you do not take? Those can create risk too. If someone believes you are representing them, or believes you are protecting their legal rights, a short intake call can become the... The post Put It in Writing: Why Non-Engagement Letters Belong in Your Intake Process first appeared on North Carolina Bar Association .
Rule of Law Starts in the Classroom: Join the Lawyers Already Answering the Call
In response to rising threats against judges, 17 federal judges from Washington expressed concerns in The Seattle Times about judicial safety and independence. The WSBA’s Rule of Law Ambassador Program and Lawyers in the Classroom initiative aim to foster public trust in the legal system by engaging youth in civics education and showcasing positive lawyer-student interactions.
Welcome to the Intelligence Business: Finding Evidence Hidden in Plain Sight
Learn how to ethically investigate claims and parties using public records, databases and archives, social media, and other open-source intelligence resources.
Jesse Shapiro Promoted to Manager at Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group
Jesse Shapiro has been promoted to manager of Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group’s Workers’ Compensation Practice. Shapiro earned his law degree at Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law and is board Certified in Worker’s Compensation Law. He earned NCAJ’s Extraordinary Service award in 2011 and the Order of Service Award in 2015 and 2017. […]
Carter Opens The Carter Law Firm
Misha Carter has opened The Carter Law Firm, a personal injury and employment law practice. Carter earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and her law degree from Elon University School of Law. She is a 2024 NCAJ NEXT fellow and is a member of NCAJ’s Auto Torts and Premises […]