The Associated Press just published an article entitled, “In entire court term, justices see 1 black lawyer” which addresses the scarcity of African-Americans who end up advocating before the U.S. Supreme Court. Read More
Anthony Foxx, Mayor of Charlotte is expected to be named Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation by President Barack Obama adding to the diversity of his second term cabinet. Read More
Judge Gary Lancaster, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania has died at the age of 63. Read More
Do you know a young, talented, successful, noteworthy minority attorney – a game changer? If so, nominate him or her for the Nation’s Best Advocate: Top 40 Lawyers under 40 Award by visiting www.NationsBestAdvocates.com Read More
Georgetown Law recently honored current and past members of BLSA for their accomplishments. Established in 2012, the Celebration of Excellence Reception pays homage to students and alumni who have demonstrated excellence through their leadership in … Read More
You’re sitting in the office of your practice leader doing a recent litigation post-mortem. As she evaluates your performance, she provides compliments on your effort. You begin to preen like a peacock. Why shouldn’t you, you sacrificed your holidays for the sake of your client. Always the dutiful Associate. The conversation begins…. Read More
Though Kevyn Orr’s bio remains up at Jones Day, the bankruptcy attorney has resigned in order to take over management of the bankrupt city of Detroit, Michigan. The 54 year old University of Michigan law … Read More
The family, friends, and the entire Houston legal community is mourning the loss of attorney Gaynelle Griffin Jones who lost her battle with cancer last week. Read More
Minority Corporate Counsel Association’s CLE Expo will feature a new practice management track and skills-building classes. Read the Expo Brochure. The 12th Annual CLE Expo will kickoff with a unique reception that includes networking and wine … Read More
This week OBABL is spotlighting the great work of the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA). Founded in 1997 to advocate for the expanded hiring, retention, and promotion of minority attorneys in corporate law departments and … Read More