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Gun Control and the Supreme Court
August 03, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBPublic interest advocate Bert Foer in conversation with attorney Don Resnikoff on the background and implications of the Supreme Court’s decision in New York Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen, argued last November and announced on June 23, 2022. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizat...
Two Sides to D.C.'s New Ban on Non-Competes
July 27, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MBD.C. Law § 23-209 is the latest in the string of state legislation restricting non-compete provisions and agreements. This podcast, moderated by Olive Lee, third-year law student at George Washington School of Law, features D’Ontae D. Sylvertooth, Of Counsel at Ogletree Deakins, and Rachel Green, Associate at Katz, Marshall, and Banks, who consider the questions, comments, and concerns from both the employer and employee communities in the District. Please note, the positions and opinions e...
How to Prevent Harassment in the Judiciary
July 13, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode, Aliza Shatzman, President and Co-Founder of The Legal Accountability Project, speaks with Corrine Propas Parver from Women Lawyers on Guard about judicial accountability. They discuss Aliza’s personal experience with harassment and retaliation by a former DC judge; the scope of the problem; solutions, including the Judiciary Accountability Act (JAA) (H.R. 4827/S. 2553) and DC Courts-specific reforms; and Aliza’s new nonprofit, The Legal Accountability Project, which aims to ...
Emerging Issues in Human Rights
June 22, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBSteering Committee member Jill Morrison chats with Elisa Massimino, former Director of Human Rights First and the current director of Georgetown's Human Rights Institute. Tune in to hear the latest on developments in business and human rights, protection of human rights defenders, and the Ukraine crisis, as well as highlights from Massimino's amazing career. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views o...
“Why Should We Trust You?”: Survivor-Centered Legal Action in Africa
June 08, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBD.C. Bar International Law Community fellow Sydney Taylor and Georgetown LAWA fellows Tosin Oke, Eunice Ndingo, and Ngenarr-Yassin Jeng discuss survivor-centered approaches to legal action against sexual violence in Africa. This year, the D.C. Bar turns 50! Since 1972, the D.C. Bar has been setting the gold standard for legal excellence. Join us as we commemorate the trailblazing accomplishments and ideals that have shaped our history and define how we can continue to raise the bar for the ...
The Legal and Business Basics of Synchronization Licensing, Part 2: Television
May 25, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBEntertainment Attorney, Kirk Schroder, discusses with Jeff Brabec, Senior Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs for BMG and Todd Brabec, former ASCAP Executive Vice President and Worldwide Director of Membership, key issues in negotiating synchronization licenses for television. For information on how to buy the book, Music Money and Success 8th Edition: The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Business, click here. If you missed Part 1 of this discussion from March 23, you c...
A Conversation About War Crimes
May 11, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBFederico Barillas of the Communities Office welcomes Dennis E. Boyle, a former Navy J.A.G. and experienced International Criminal Law attorney, to discuss the history of war crime prosecutions, the current situation in Ukraine, and what the future may hold. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and o...
Making A Difference: A Conversation with Nancy Brown-Kobil of the House Natural Resources Comm.
April 22, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIn the third and final spring episode of the series, "Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy," D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC (WBA) interview Nancy Brown-Kobil, who is the acting Deputy Chief Counsel at the U.S. House of Representatives Natural Resources Committee. Nancy discusses the wide range of environmental issues she encounters in her current ro...
Making A Difference: A Conversation with D.C. Dept. of Energy and Env't's Beth Mullin
April 20, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBIn the second of three spring episodes of the series, "Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy," D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of D.C. (WBA) interview Beth Mullin, who is the Deputy General Counsel of the D.C. Department of Energy and Environment. Beth discusses the work of her office to support D.C. in adapting to a changing climate and promoting environme...
Making A Difference: A Conversation with DOJ and WBA’s Bridget Bailey Lipscomb
April 18, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBIn the first of three spring episodes of the series, "Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy," D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC (WBA) interview Bridget Bailey Lipscomb, who holds two pivotal leadership roles, as Assistant Director of the Environmental Torts section at the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Division and as President of the WBA. Bridget ...
A Look at the DEIA Work of the D.C. Bar Communities
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBJoin Senior Program Attorney, Andrea Rodricks, for a conversation with Communities Committee members and liaisons to the D.C. Bar Communities Diversity & Inclusion Working Group, Charles Lowery and Steven Miller, as they discuss the work of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Initiative. Their conversation will include information about the development of Lawyers’ Toolkit for Diversity & Inclusion and the Organizational Health Indicators for Diversity reports and recommendati...
The Legal and Business Basics of Synchronization Licensing, Part One: Motion Pictures
March 23, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBEntertainment Attorney, Kirk Schroder, discusses with Jeff Brabec, Senior Vice President of Legal and Business Affairs for BMG and Todd Brabec, former ASCAP Executive Vice President and Worldwide Director of Membership, key issues in negotiating synchronization licenses for motion pictures. For information on how to buy the book, Music Money and Success 8th Edition: The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Business, click here. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by th...
Nonprofits 101 - Just the Basics
March 09, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBJoin us for an instructive conversation with Alexander Reid, of Baker Hostetler, on what it takes to set up a nonprofit organization, from establishing their purpose and tax-exempt status to setting up a board of directors and a board of advisors, to the distinction between lobbying and advocacy--and a brief digression into the international sphere. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their e...
The Invasion of Ukraine and International Humanitarian Law - Initial Reflections
March 02, 2022 15:40 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBThe shocking Russian invasion of Ukraine last week triggered worldwide condemnation and unleashed the horror of war in Europe and the world. In this special episode, Willam Xu, Judge Advocate General, US Navy, and Federico Barillas of the Communities Office discuss some of the basic legal implications of the conflict and some of the most powerful images in the media. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent th...
Using Technology to Help Your Practice of Law
February 23, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBMichael D.J. Eisenberg, Esq. MSCE, is a solo attorney in Washington, DC. He has used his knowledge of computers and technology to help him and others make the practice of law a little easier. This in turn refines his practice and saves time for other business and personal endeavors. Learn some tricks of the tech trade and how you can provide some extra finesse to your practice! Don't forget to check out his blog and podcast at https://www.thetechsavvylawyer.page/. Please note, the posit...
Remarkable Collaborations: The D.C. Bar & DC Refers
February 09, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBDC Refers was created through a remarkable collaboration between the D.C. Bar and Washington Council of Lawyers to increase access to justice for the modest means population in DC. This conversation between founders Andrea Ferster, Nancy Lopez, and current DC Refers panel lawyers explores the ways we came together to create a new organization that enhances public service to this underserved population. Hear their story and learn more about DC Refers. This year, the D.C. Bar turns 50! Since ...
What You Need to Know About USPTO Expungements, Reexaminations and the Trademark Modernization Act
January 26, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBOver the past few years, record numbers of trademark applications have been filed, causing concerns about the integrity of the U.S. trademark registry and the value of the highly-sought-after U.S. trademark registration. In response, Congress passed the Trademark Modernization Act in December of 2020, which gave the USPTO one year to implement new proceedings called "expungement" and "reexamination." These new procedures came into effect on December 18, and allow third-parties to provide ev...
Navigating Distribution Deals for Streaming Services like Hulu, Amazon and Others
January 12, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBEntertainment attorney Kirk T. Schroder of the Schroder Brooks Law Firm joins experienced entertainment attorney Karen Robson of Pryor Cashman in a discussion about important legal and business issues when advising clients on distribution deals with streaming services. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Commu...
Human Rights and the Covid Pandemic
December 15, 2021 12:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBWhat are some of the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and where do we go from here? Listen in on a conversation between global health expert Lawrence Gostin of Georgetown University’s O’Neill Institute and Jill Morrison, Steering Committee Member of the International Law Community. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors...
Defamation Matters in Internet and Social Media
December 01, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBSeasoned entertainment attorney Kirk T. Schroder of the Schroder Brooks Law Firm joins experienced litigation attorney Joe Meadows of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP in a discussion of tips for customer reviews and legal issues in online reputation management. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities ...
Creating Great Videos for Lawyers
November 17, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MBPratibha Agarwal, Esq. of Agarwal Law Group and Laressa Watlington of LawFirmVideos.com discuss the benefits of using video to build your brand and scale your practice. Learn how to develop great content, engage your audience, and transform your practice. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and org...
Race and the Second Amendment
November 03, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBDon Resnikoff, Esq. and Anthony Picadio, Esq. take a look at the Second Amendment and its roots. Why did the drafters connect the right to bear arms to service in a militia; and how has the U.S. Supreme Court interpreted the drafters' language. Read Picadio’s articles: The Right to Bear Arms: A Disfavored Right, Pennsylvania Bar Association Quarterly, 2019, can be found at https://transpartisanreview.org/bear-arms/. His more recent article, The Future of the Second Amendment Under an Origin...
Key Legal Issues in Negotiating Book to Movie or Television Deals
October 20, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBSeasoned entertainment attorney Kirk T. Schroder of the Schroder Brooks Law Firm joins veteran film and television agent Richie Kern of Los Angeles in a discussion of the key legal and business issues of how books and other literary materials are made into movie and television productions. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors o...
Making A Difference: A Conversation with EPA's Alejandra Nunez
October 06, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBIn the third episode of a three-part series, Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy, D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC interview Alejandra Nunez, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Mobile Sources at the Environmental Protection Agency. Ale shares the important work of the Office of Air and Radiation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation ...
Making A Difference Part 3: A Conversation with EPA's Alejandra Nunez
October 06, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBIn the third episode of a three-part series, Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy, D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC interview Alejandra Nunez, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Mobile Sources at the Environmental Protection Agency. Ale shares the important work of the Office of Air and Radiation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation ...
Making A Difference: A Conversation with DOI's Tanya Trujillo
September 22, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBIn the second episode of a three-part series, Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy, D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC interview Tanya Trujillo, Assistant Secretary for Water and Science at the Department of the Interior. Tanya shares the work of the Bureau of Reclamation in addressing the western water crisis, how the interdisciplinary science of the U...
Making A Difference Part 2: A Conversation with DOI's Tanya Trujillo
September 22, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBIn the second episode of a three-part series, Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy, D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of DC interview Tanya Trujillo, Assistant Secretary for Water and Science at the Department of the Interior. Tanya shares the work of the Bureau of Reclamation in addressing the western water crisis, how the interdisciplinary science of the U...
Making A Difference: A conversation with DOE's Amy Royden-Bloom
September 08, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBIn the inaugural episode of a three-part series, Making A Difference: Inspirational Women Leaders in Environmental and Energy Law and Policy, D.C. Bar EENR Community Co-Chair Kathryn Caballero and Cathy Pagano of the Board of the Women's Bar of Association of D.C. interview Amy-Royden Bloom, acting Director of the Department of Energy's Office of Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs. Amy shares the fascinating energy efficiency and climate change resilience work of the Weatherizatio...
Women at the Table: Legislative Collective Bridges Political Gender Gap
June 16, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBLearn about the D.C. Bar Communities’ newest initiative, the Legislative Women’s Collective: Unleashing the Political Power of Women Attorneys, a nonpartisan, virtual program designed to bridge the gender gap in politics by equipping women lawyers with the tools needed to run for local, state, or federal public office. LWC planning committee member Amrietha Nellan, Esq., joins Communities Staff Attorney Brittany Sims Nwankwoala to discuss why women attorneys in particular are well suited for...
Born in the Battlefield – Conversation with a J.A.G.
June 02, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode, D.C. Bar Communities Office Sr. Program Attorney, Federico Barillas Schwank, speaks with Lt. William Xu, U.S. Navy Judge Advocate, about becoming a JAG and what the practice of law looks like for a military officer, from everyday tasks like writing wills and helping with evictions, to advising commanders on operational law and International Humanitarian Law. In the fall, Will and Federico will be co-teaching Born in the Battlefield, an American Red Cross training on the hist...
D.C. Statehood Discussion with Attorney General Karl Racine
May 19, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBRochelle Howard, Esq. from the D.C. Bar D.C. Affairs Community interviews D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine about how statehood could have impacted the District's ability to act in response to last summer’s Black Lives Matter protests and during the January 6th insurrection in regard to police powers and treatment of protestors. To purchase the recording of the July program "What We Learned from Lafayette Square: A Discussion of the Insurrection and Home Rule Acts," click here. Please not...
Improving Your Well-Being with the Lawyer Assistance Program
May 05, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBThe past year has been the most challenging in recent memory. Responding to this, the Communities Office and the Lawyer Assistance Program have partnered to create a program for all legal professionals and support staff who want to make sense of these challenges and focus on wellbeing. Denise Perme and Niki Irish from the D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance Program discuss the LAP as well as give a preview into the scheduled programming for the Spring Wellness Fair. Register and learn more about this...
Title IX: Beyond the Courtroom
April 21, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBLatavia Alexander, Esq. and Communities Program Attorney Andrea Rodricks discuss Title IX, new regulations, and what to expect when representing someone in an educational setting. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.
15 Minute Bankruptcy Bootcamp
March 31, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBThe bare bones basics on what you always wanted to know about bankruptcy. Hosted by Felicia Battista, Esq. and Craig Young, Esq., this episode is a brief overview of Chapters. 7, 13. and 11 of the Bankruptcy Code and the reasons why an individual or entity may need to file for bankruptcy. It also discusses the consequences of bankruptcy and if there are any alternatives for an individual or entity. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and...
Starting Your Solo Law Practice
March 17, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MBSarah Horowitz, Esq. from the D.C. Bar Estates, Trust and Probate Law Community joins Communities Program Attorney Federico Barillas-Schwank to explain her transition from government attorney to solo practitioner. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.
What does it mean to be a Veterans Law Practitioner?
March 03, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBSeasoned Veterans Law attorneys Robert Chisholm and Amy Odom, both of Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD, discuss the field of Veterans Law and what it means to be a VA disability law practitioner. Topics include an overview of this complex area of the law, how to get involved in this field, and the various career opportunities within the practice of Veterans Law. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the v...
Basel Convention Plastic Waste Amendments – An American Perspective
February 17, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBOn December 1, 2020, our panel of experts discussed the 2021 Basel Convention restrictions on the global plastic scrap trade (you can view that recording on demand HERE). Now, almost one month after those restrictions went into effect, we interview Zoe Heller, Deputy Director for Policy Development at the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) regarding plastics recycling in the U.S., possible impacts of the restrictions, and other developments to expect in 20...
Recent Updates in Animal Accommodation Law
February 03, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBAbby Volin, Esq., president of Opening Doors PLLC, speaks with Communities Program Attorney Andrea Rodricks about Animal Accommodation Law. Discussions include the new regulations for animal accommodations on aircrafts under the Air Carrier Access Act, Fair Housing law for service and assistance animals, why pet owners are particularly vulnerable during the eviction crisis. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily repre...
The Life Cycle of an Art Work
January 13, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBDonyale Reavis, Esq. from the D.C. Bar Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Community joins Communities Program Attorney Federico Barillas-Schwank to discuss the lifecycle of an art work. Donyale explains how an art work moves through its various stages from conception to exhibition and longevity, and some of the legal implications of each stage. CORRECTION: Amy Sherald’s December auction that was estimated in the low six figures and went for nearly $4.3M went at auction at Phillip’s, ...
What Are Public Lands, and Why Should I Care?
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBHaninah Levine, a public lands attorney and a former member of the D.C. Bar’s Environment, Energy, and Natural Resources Steering Committee, discusses public lands with Communities Program Attorney Andrea Rodricks. Haninah provides an engaging introduction into public lands, specifically discussing “What is Public Lands Law?” and “Why You Should Care?” while incorporating the history of public land, what the landscape of public lands law looks like today, and finally, discussing the benefits...
Discussion with Chai Feldblum on the SCOTUS Bostock Decision
December 02, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBMichelle Bercovici, Esq. of the D.C. Bar Labor and Employment Law Community and Chai R. Feldblum, Esq., former commissioner of the EEOC, discuss the Supreme Court's decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, No. 17-1618 (S. Ct. June 15, 2020). Michelle and Chai discuss this decision, holding that firing individuals because of their sexual orientation or transgender status violates Title VII’s prohibition on discrimination because of sex, and the future of Title VII claims of discrimina...
Race-Based Hair Discrimination in the Workplace
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBD.C. Bar Communities Staff Attorney Brittany Sims Nwankwoala speaks with employee rights advocate Sacred Huff, Esq about race-based hair discrimination and the current and pending legislation prohibiting employers from such practices, including the CROWN Act. Sacred joined a panel for a longer discussion on this topic in February. That recording can be purchased on the D.C. Bar website HERE. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do no...
Security Issues in Higher Education
November 05, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBD.C. Bar Communities Program Attorney Federico Barillas Schwank discusses how the pandemic has affected higher education with Mary Ann McGrail, Esq. Mary Ann explains cybersecurity issues with remote learning and simple steps institutions can take to protect themselves from cyber-intrusions – a special threat to intellectual property. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor t...
Marriage Equality: From Outlaws to In-Laws
October 07, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBA discussion with the authors of the newly released book Marriage Equality: From Outlaws to In-Laws, recorded on Sept 1, 2020. William N. Eskridge Jr. and his coauthor, Christopher R. Riano, offer a panoramic and definitive history of America’s marriage equality debate. The authors explore the deeply religious, rabidly political, frequently administrative, and pervasively constitutional features of the debate and consider all angles of its dramatic history. Watch the recording of the ful...
The Future of Investment Treaty Arbitration in the EU (The Tea on International Arbitration, Episode 1)
June 29, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBThe D.C. Bar Communities Podcast Network has a new channel focusing on International Arbitration! In this inaugural episode of "The Tea on International Arbitration," Nicole Silver, Esq. and Gaela Gehring Flores, Esq. of the D.C. Bar International Law Community speak with Mahnaz Malik, Esq., a barrister with Twenty Essex in London, about the recent Treaty terminating 130 intra-EU BITs and what it and the Achmea decision mean for the future of arbitration and foreign direct investment in Euro...
The Legal Profession and Racial Inequality
June 24, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBDe'Ana Dow, Esq. and Frantz Jacques, Esq., leaders of the D.C. Bar Corporation, Finance and Securities Law Community's new Subcommittee on Diversity & Inclusion, are joined by A. Scott Bolden, Esq. and Robin Nunn, Esq. to talk about Racial Inequality in the Legal Profession. CLICK HERE to watch the recording from Part 1 in our On-Demand Library. CLICK HERE to watch the recording from Part 2 in our On-Demand Library. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are st...
Regulatory & COVID Related Updates for the Asset Management and Broker Dealer Industries
June 03, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBValerie Mirko, Esq., Christopher Healey, Esq. and Christine Schleppegrell, Esq. talk about three upcoming programs with the D.C. Bar Corporation, Finance and Securities Law Community: “Regulation Best Interest and Form CRS Implementation During COVID-19” and the two-part series, “COVID-19: Lessons Learned from the Financial Services Industry.” View more COVID-related programming from the Communities Office HERE. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictl...
Reduce Your Anxiety
May 27, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBElena Deutsch, founder of WILL (Women Interested in Leaving (big) Law), talks about the methods she has developed to help lawyers reduce their anxiety and take purposeful and thoughtful action. Click HERE to watch her full-length webinar in our On-Demand Library. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communitie...
Judges Talk Tough Cases
May 20, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBJudge Russell F. Canan, Judge Gregory E. Mize, and Judge Frederick H. Weisberg of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia talk about their book "Tough Cases: Judges Tell the Stories of Some of the Hardest Decisions They've Ever Made." To see the full-length webinar On-Demand, click HERE. To purchase the book, click HERE. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those ...
Career Design: How to Design a Fulfilling Career
May 13, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBMo Chanmugham, Esq, founder of MGC Coaching, discusses how to design a more fulfilling career through Career Design. For a more in-depth discussion, you can watch the full-length Communities Office webinar that Mo taught with Elena Deutsch HERE. Learn more about MGC Coaching HERE. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-...