Learn more about WSBA’s committees, boards, and panels. Apply by March 29! Friday seems like a good day for a pub quiz. See how much you know – or can reasonably guess – about WSBA’s volunteer committees and boards. Then learn more about them on our website and apply for one in myWSBA. (The deadline […]
Read More…This post will help you get a jump on your March calendar! For me, February went by in a chocolate-laden blur of groundhogs and Valentine’s and turning 30 (gulp). But, somehow March has arrived and spring is just around the corner. I’m looking forward to some better weather (ha-ha), garden planning, and a few CLEs. […]
Read More…Have you ever considered serving on the WSBA Board of Governors? Three district seats are open for election. Learn more and apply by March 1. Have you ever considered serving on the WSBA Board of Governors? Wondered who does, and why? Serving on the WSBA Board of Governors is a significant commitment, but a rewarding one. […]
Read More…Jan. 29: Join WSBA Exec. Dir. Littlewood & UW Law School Dean Testy for Our Changing Legal Profession: Crisis or Opportunity? ***Update: Watch the video replay this event.*** On Tuesday, Jan. 29, beginning at 5:30 p.m., you are invited to a Town Hall discussion with Washington State Bar Association Executive Director Paula Littlewood and University […]
Read More…New Year brings changes to federal law affecting deposit insurance coverage for IOLTAS. With Congress failing to take action to extend unlimited coverage, as of Jan.1, 2013, FDIC insurance available to IOLTA accounts is limited to the standard amount of $250,000 per owner of the funds (client), per financial institution, assuming that the account is […]
Read More…Soon, a new IRS regulation will go into effect that impacts lawyers who accept debit and credit card payments from clients. If certain precautions are not taken before Jan. 1, 2013 you may adversely impact your client trust accounts. Section 6050W was added to the Tax Code in January 2012, requiring credit card processing companies […]
Read More…Annual license renewal is happening right now. This short post will tell you about the 5 most common mistakes made on the license form by active members and quick tips for completing the renewal error free. Every year, we at the WSBA see the results of busy lawyers completing the license form in a rush […]
Read More…Connect with others in your area of law. Join a WSBA Section. Membership in one or more of the WSBA’s sections provides a forum for members who wish to explore and strengthen their interest in various areas of the law. Nearly 1/3 of WSBA members currently belong to one or more sections.
Read More…It’s that time of year again!
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