Beyond the Dialogue: Disability and Ableism within the Legal Profession

WSBA Beyond the Dialogue: 

Disability and Ableism within the Legal Profession

When:  October 24th, 4 to 6 pm (WADA annual reception immediately following)

Where: WSBA Conference Center

RSVP Here

Disability and Ableism in the Legal Profession

A panel of legal practitioners will discuss the experience of disability and ableism through a variety of lenses.  Panelists will share their personal experiences of entering and excelling in the legal profession. This program is for everyone who cares about achieving equity in the legal profession.

The WSBA Diversity Program's Beyond the Dialogue is a series addressing bias, intersectional identities, and the impact of larger societal issues within the legal profession. Beyond the Dialogue is designed to support the effective practice of law by increasing cultural awareness and competency.

The series brings together WSBA members to highlight and examine current, important issues in the legal profession. Speakers share professional and personal stories of challenge and triumph with the goal of reducing bias, connecting broader social issues to the work of legal professionals, increasing interpersonal skills, and supporting professional development.

Presented by Washington Attorneys with Disabilities Association in partnership with WSBA Diversity Programs, sponsored by Davis Wright Tremaine 

Evening with Equal Justice

Join Seattle University’s Public Interest Law Foundation (PILF) and Access to Justice Institute on October 10 for the annual Evening With Equal Justice.

The keynote address will be presented by Emily Chiang, Legal Director, ACLU of Washington Foundation. Please register by October 3.

Annual VABAW Bankquet

Please join the Vietnamese-American Bar Association of Washington at their 14th annual banquet on October 4.

This event will consist of a fashion show featuring Gustave Apiti’s designs, a keynote presentation by the Honorable John Chun, a raffle drawing, and a scholarship fundraiser. RSVP online.

The Pursuit of Justice: Law, Leadership, and the Role of the Civil Rights Activist

On September 28 Gonzaga University School of Law will launch the Center for Civil and Human Rights with an all-day conference on The Pursuit of Justice: Law, Leadership, and the Role of the Civil Rights Activist. 

The conference will bring together academics, judges, practitioners, students, and community members to address evolving approaches to civil and human rights. The conference will consist of three panel presentations, a lunchtime keynote, and a dinner keynote. 

Click here to register (6.5 CLE Ethics Credits in Washington and Idaho are pending approval).

For additional information, please contact Nicole Herrera at herrera@gonzaga.edu or (509) 313-3774.

Free Online Workshop on Social Security Disability Law

You are invited to join Acting Chief Administrative Law Judge David Hatfield and Ormson Law Training for a free online workshop on Social Security Disability law on September 25 at 10 am.

The workshop will utilize a simulated case to explain a five-step sequential evaluation process used in determining whether an individual is disabled under the Social Security Act.

This workshop is being offered with recent law school grads in mind. Check out the program if you'd like to learn more about whether Social Security Disability law is a potential career path for you.

Although the workshop is free, space is limited. Please register online.

Questions about the workshop can be directed to Craig Ormson, Director, Ormson Law Training: (267) 240-8277.

Volunteering is another great way to explore practice areas of interest. Disability Rights Washington has pro bono work for both students and attorneys. Prospective volunteers are welcome to complete a volunteer application online.

Event Student Networking Dinners

Evening Student Networking Dinners The Office of Alumni Relations and Office of Student Life are pleased to announce upcoming dates and honored guests for the Evening Law Student Networking Dinner Series. Thursday, September 20th Madhu Singh JD, University of Kansas School of Law; MBA, University of Kansas School of Business Madhu K. Singh is the Chief Legal Officer at Foundry Law Group. Before establishing Foundry Law Group, she founded MK Singh Law Office and practiced law in both law firm and in-house counsel environments. Since starting MK Singh Law in 2009, Madhu has worked to pioneer a nontraditional approach to legal support that emphasizes efficiency, agility and hands-on collaboration. An entrepreneur to the core, Madhu draws from her firsthand experience and strong community roots to help our clients build strategic legal frameworks for success. Madhu holds a number of community positions that allow her to share her knowledge and passion with others. Madhu is Adjunct Faculty Lead at the Community Development and Entrepreneurship Clinic at Seattle University School of Business and School of Law and President of the Women’s Business Exchange. Next Event: Wednesday, October 24 John Hardie ’15 & Munish Bharti ’15 Munish and John are both Seattle University School of Law Alumni. They founded their own Seattle-based law firm, focusing on personal injury. More information about John and Manish will be publicized in October. All dinners will be held from 5:00 – 5:50pm in the Dean’s Conference Room Sign Up Online The Evening Student Networking Dinners are designed to give you an opportunity to network with practicing legal professionals and SU law alumni in a small interactive setting of up to 10 students. RSVP online using the link above. Students will be added to the RSVP list on a first to respond basis. Stephanie Howson – Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Fund Colin Watrin – Associate Director, Admission & Student Affairs Connect with fellow students and the law school: https://www.facebook.com/seattleulaw | https://twitter.com/seattleulaw https://www.instagram.com/seattleulaw | https://www.flickr.com/photos/sulaw

KCBA's Young Lawyers Division Events are Open to Law Students!

YLD September CLE | Thursday, September 20 | 4:00-5:00 pm

Presentation: “Opening Statement: Crafting a Compelling Case Narrative” by Megan Starks The opening statement is one of the most important parts of the trial. Learn how to sharpen your narrative skills at this free CLE, available live and via webcast. Register online

YLD September Happy Hour | Thursday, September 20 | 5:00-6:30 pm

Even if you're unable to make it to the CLE, join the YLD at the KCBA office afterward for drinks, snacks, and the opportunity to network with your peers! Register online

Washington Women Lawyers Invites You to Join Them for a Panel Discussion on "How to Take Charge of Your Career"

Plugging the Leaky Pipeline Series Presents

Our Time Is Now: How to Take Charge of Your Career 

Thursday, September 20, 4:30 to 7:30 pm

Davis Wright Tremaine

1201 3rd Avenue, Suite 2200, Seattle 

Washington Women Lawyers’ Diversity and Professional Development Committees invite you to join them for a panel discussion regarding ways women can navigate career growth through self-advocacy and self-promotion. 

This event is open to all lawyers, but the topic will be geared towards issues that surround women, and specifically women from diverse backgrounds. The discussion and Q&A will be immediately followed by a networking happy hour. 

For more information, please contact Seattle U alumni Arezou Arefi-Afshar or Jean Kang.