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Retirement policy is entering a new era. In the latest Brief Encounters Podcast episode, CFSL Community Series, co-hosts A. Valerie Mirko and William Nelson are joined by Kendra Isaacson of Mindset to examine major policy developments reshaping retirement savings. The discussion explores the Department of Labor’s proposal to expand alternative investments in certain retirement accounts, broader efforts to increase access to retirement savings, and how emerging federal initiatives could impact investors, advisers, and plan sponsors. A timely conversation for securities lawyers, compliance professionals, regulators, and others navigating today’s evolving regulatory landscape. 🔊 Listen now: https://bit.ly/43A90C9 #DCBarCommunities #SecuritiesLaw #LegalPodcast

Renew your membership by July 1 and join one or more of the Bar’s 20+ Communities. With flexible options to match your interests, Communities are a great way to strengthen professional connections, stay informed on key legal developments, and expand your network across practice areas. Renew now: https://bit.ly/4dgcq15 #DCBar #LegalCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment

Breath may be the most underutilized tool in the legal profession. In this episode of the Brief Encounters Podcast, Lawyer Well-Being Community Series, breathwork expert Lauren Watkins joins the D.C. Bar to explore how simple, science-backed breathing techniques can help attorneys regulate stress, manage high-stakes intensity, and restore mental clarity without leaving their desks. A practical conversation for legal professionals seeking immediate tools to support focus, performance, and well-being. 🔊 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4uTKeJv #DCBarCommunities #LawyerWellBeing #LegalPodcast

Birthright citizenship has long rested on the meaning of the Fourteenth Amendment. But what happens when that interpretation is challenged? In this episode of the Let’s Brief It Podcast, D.C. Bar Law Student Community Series, we examine Trump v. Barbara and the constitutional stakes surrounding birthright citizenship. Joined by Leon Rodriguez and Wendy Feng, the conversation explores the historical meaning of “subject to the jurisdiction thereof,” the legacy of Wong Kim Ark, and how precedent, executive action, and constitutional interpretation intersect. 🔊 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4wTJLIo #DCBarCommunities #LawStudents #ConstitutionalLaw #FourteenthAmendment #LegalPodcast

The Celebration of Leadership returns June 18. Join us as we recognize excellence across the D.C. Bar and mark the transition to incoming President Diane Seltzer. This annual gathering brings members of our legal community together for an evening of reflection, recognition, and connection. Register: https://bit.ly/4afaxBg #DCBar #Leadership #LegalCommunity

What does it mean to find joy when the world feels overwhelming — and why does it matter? Join the D.C. Bar Lawyer Assistance Program on Tuesday, June 9 for a thoughtful discussion on how cultivating joy can support resilience, well-being, and connection, even during challenging times. This program explores what joy really is, why it matters, and how the simple practice of noticing joy can become part of daily life. 🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4vdcsOV #DCBar #LawyerWellBeing #MentalHealth #LegalCommunity

In this issue: Mobilizing Nonlawyers for Civil Justice Access Low-income Americans receive little to no legal help for 92 percent of their civil legal problems. Across the country, a handful of states have taken steps to close the civil justice gap, including the issuance of limited licenses to specially trained nonlawyers. In the District of Columbia, the D.C. Court of Appeals adopted a new allowing trained “community justice workers” to provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford it. Read more: https://bit.ly/4dnR4R8 #DCBar #WashingtonLawyer #AccessToJustice

Have you voted in the D.C. Bar elections? Last night president-elect candidates Amy Bess and Josh Mogil shared their vision for the Bar and answered members’ questions during a virtual candidates forum. Thank you to our candidates and to moderator Eric Tarosky of Kirkland & Ellis and the D.C. Bar Early Career Lawyers Community. Watch the Candidate Forum: https://bit.ly/4nKwyxw Cast your ballot before voting closes June 3: https://bit.ly/4dCN26k #DCBar #Leadership

Wherever you are in your legal career, the D.C. Bar is here to support your success. Renew your license today to remain in good standing and maintain uninterrupted access to the resources you rely on — from CLE and practice management support to professional communities, well-being resources, and opportunities to expand access to justice — and more. 🔗 Renew today: my.dcbar.org #DCBar #LegalCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment

How prepared are you to use AI in your legal work? Our free, three-week virtual series — featuring the ABA’s “21 Days of AI: Grit and Growth Mindset Challenge” — kicks off on June 1. With short daily exercises, you’ll learn how to apply AI in areas like legal research, drafting, and client communication while navigating key ethical considerations. The series follows a progression from foundational concepts to advanced, practice-focused applications. Participants receive daily prompts and join weekly virtual check-ins to share insights, ask questions, and hear directly from members of the Challenge advisory board. 📅 Weekly check-ins: June 8, 15, and 22 ⏰ 12:00–12:30 p.m. 💻 Virtual 🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4tXFCB9 🎧Listen to our recent podcast to learn more about this challenge: https://bit.ly/4bHThEI ℹ️ Learn more about the challenge: https://bit.ly/4crkAne #DCBar #LegalCommunities #ProfessionalDevelopment #AIinLaw #LegalTech