While getting on my bike to ride to work in the cold rain and dark during Seattle winters can seem like torture, it is usually the best part of my day. I often have “Ah ha!” moments during my ride where I can resolve issues that seemed intractable the day before. The connection between the mind and body is an idea as old as the ancients. Roman poet Juvenal wrote orandum es tut sit mens sana in corpore sana — you should pray for a healthy mind in a healthy body.

Dear Chief Justice Roberts:

We are retired Washington State Superior Court Judges writing to express our grave concerns regarding recent developments at the United States Supreme Court. Prompt, transparent and effective resolution of these issues is not only imperative to the continued credibility and vitality of the Supreme Court itself, but to all levels of the judiciary.

Regular Bar Bulletin contributor and turnaround expert explains why turmoil in the traditional banking industry may signal a pivot for commercial borrowers to non-traditional lenders.  

Neighborhood Legal Clinics (NLC) was founded in 1974 by three young attorneys who recognized an unmet need for access to legal advice for those unable to afford it. They believed access should be available to all, regardless of income. In partnership with the Country Dr Medical Clinic, they opened the first legal clinic in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle. Almost 50 years later, NLC is comprised of three staff members and 493 volunteers who, along with partners, staff 36 legal clinics to provide free legal consultations to eligible clients.

Did you miss Breakfast with Champions?  Perhaps, like us, you were there and inspired by former Seahawk Doug Baldwin’s message.  Either way, you won’t want to miss this month’s Spotlight on Mediation, which focuses on 89’s three pillars and mediation. 

This month, Jury Economics revisits first principles: communicating the client’s story to the jury.  Often, what we don’t say is just as impactful as what we do say.  Here are three ways choices about what not to say can help persuade the factfinder.

President Watson thanked everyone for their hard work and dedication. She also reminded them to attend the June 13 meeting. The Board then approved the March minutes by voice vote.

New Lawyers Division Chair Ben Byers presented highlights from the Spring Soirée, which honored mentors and raised $2,000 for the Pro Bono Emergency fund. Chair Byers thanked KCBA staff for helping the New Lawyer’s Division. ABA Liaison Kathleen Hopkins gave a shout out to Byers and the NLD volunteers for putting together annual care kits.

It has been an honor and privilege to serve as your President for the last twelve months. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity.

One of my favorite events at KCBA is the Awards Celebration & Annual Meeting. Each year in June we come together as a profession to honor our colleagues, to celebrate their achievements, and to shine a light on the amazing contributions each has made in the lives of others through their service and dedication to the profession. On June 20th we will gather at the Washington Athletic Club to recognize our members and volunteers for their distinguished and meritorious service to the legal profession, the judiciary, and the public in a profession-related activity.

Strengthening and Humanizing Our Justice System

Looking for even more inspiration?  Check out June’s profile to learn more about Melissa and her commitment to Washington’s vulnerable immigrant communities.  Looking for even more inspiration?  Check out June’s profile to learn more about Melissa and her commitment to Washington’s vulnerable immigrant communities.