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Search ArticlesAt D.C. Bar Preview, Experts Examine Upcoming Supreme Court Battles
From left to right: Nick Harper, Jeremy Kreisberg, Elisabeth Theodore, and moderator Kathleen Foley. As the start of the U.S. Supreme Court's 2026–2027 term approaches, lawyers are anticipating another year of high-stakes cases involving individual rights while reflecting on recent decisions that revealed substantive tensions in governance at the federal level.
Help for Nonprofits
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JNC Recommends Six Candidates for Superior Court Vacancies
The District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission has recommended to the president of the United States six candidates for two judicial vacancies on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia created by the expiration of the term of Judge John F. McCabe Jr. and the resignation of Judge James A. Crowell IV. The president has 60 days to select a nominee to fill these vacancies. The candidates for McCabe's seat are Niquelle M.
Comment on Judicial Fitness of Judges Christian and Glickman
The Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure (CJDT) is seeking public comment to aid in the review process of Judges Kaye K. Christian and Stephen Glickman, who have requested recommendation for reappointment as senior judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the D.C. Court of Appeals, respectively. The CJDT asks for comments on the fitness of these two judges, with a submission deadline of October 9.
Future Planning & Probate Program
You can get legal help completing basic documents to plan for the future. These are documents individuals may need to maintain control over their lives as they age, or in the event they become incapacitated, or pass away. • Last Will and Testament You can also get help with probate for handling a deceased loved one’s property. For more information, contact the clinic at [email protected] or 202 780-2767.
Help for Small Businesses
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Chief Judge Lee Swears in Six New Superior Court Judges
Judge Christine Macey is sworn in. On September 14, six new associate judges on D.C. Superior Court were sworn in by Chief Judge Milton C. Lee Jr. Held in his chambers, the ceremony marked progress in ongoing efforts to fill judicial vacancies on the D.C. Courts. The new associate judges are Craig Leen, a former partner at K&L Gates LLP; Christine M.
Nominations Open for 2027 D.C. Bar Elections
The D.C. Bar is now accepting nominations from members interested in service in Bar leadership and standing for election in 2027. The deadline to submit nominations is January 15, 2027. Open positions include: President-elect Treasurer-elect At-large Board of Governors members (four vacancies) Members of the American Bar Association (ABA) House of Delegates (three vacancies, including one Under-36 Delegate vacancy) Candidates must be active members of the D.C. Bar.
Comment on 17 Candidates for Superior Court Appointment
The D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission is inviting comments from the bench, bar, and public regarding the qualifications of 17 candidates for pending vacancies on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia created by the resignation of Judge James A. Crowell IV and the expiration of the term of Judge John F. McCabe Jr. The commission will submit the names of three applicants to the president of the United States for his consideration.