Statement on 2023 Hamas Attacks
The Federal Bar Association unequivocally condemns the attacks carried out by Hamas, as well as any acts of terrorism perpetrated by any individual or group, regardless of their affiliation or...
View ArticleStatement on Maryland Judge Andrew Wilkinson and Judicial Security
The Federal Bar Association is saddened by the tragic murder of Maryland Judge Andrew Wilkinson at his home on Thursday, and we offer our sincere condolences to his family. The FBA condemns all attacks...
View ArticleInternational Courts Reporter Series: The Syrian Refugee Case Against Frontex
The Syrian Refugee Case Against Frontex: A Landmark Challenge in the EU General Court By Jomart Joldoshev ¹ FBA International Courts Legal Reporter October 31, 2023 The ever-evolving landscape of...
View ArticlePresident’s Message: Take a Walk, Take a Friend
More years ago than it seems, I was a young associate at my current law firm. One morning, a prominent and well-connected senior partner walked through my office door and sat down. His name was Rob...
View ArticleBeltway Bulletin: A Deeper Bench
Making the Case for the JUDGES Act As FBA members know from personal experience, many federal courts face overwhelming caseloads, which result in delayed resolutions, higher costs, and diminished...
View ArticleHon. Constance Baker Motley Essay Competition- 2nd Place Winner
The Federal Bar Association’s Hon. Constance Baker Motley Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Young Member Essay Competition is created to celebrate the life of Hon. Constance Baker Motley (1921-2005) and...
View ArticleImmersed in Knowledge and Passion: A Young Lawyer’s First Federal Bar...
Contributed by Sofia J. Calabrese Recently, I had the privilege of attending the Federal Bar Association’s annual Qui Tam Conference for the first time. As a young lawyer, I appreciated having the...
View ArticleHon. Constance Baker Motley Essay Competition—3rd Place Winner
The Federal Bar Association’s Hon. Constance Baker Motley Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Young Member Essay Competition is created to celebrate the life of Hon. Constance Baker Motley (1921-2005) and...
View ArticleThe Value of Moot Court Competitions Explained
“The power I exert on the court depends on the power of my arguments, not on my gender,” once noted the late Sandra Day O’Connor. In fact, it is the power of the legal argument—and an aspiring lawyer’s...
View ArticleHow to Connect at a Bar Association Meeting: 25 Tips
Now that you are attending more events in person, your networking and conference skills may be a bit rusty. Here are 25 tips to help you build better connections at your next bar association meeting...
View ArticleEvery Superhero Has an Origin Story: What’s Yours?
President’s Message from the Winter 2024 issue of The Federal Lawyer An effective superhero origin story explains in compelling fashion the starting point in what ultimately turns out to be a...
View ArticleHon. Constance Baker Motley Essay Competition—Honorable Mention Winner
The Federal Bar Association’s Hon. Constance Baker Motley Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Young Member Essay Competition is created to celebrate the life of Hon. Constance Baker Motley (1921-2005) and...
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