March 2001 

Law School for Legislators

On January 5, 2001, the Council on Public Legal Education held a Law School for Legislators. As part of the Washington Legislature’s freshman orientation, the law school included three panels — constitutions, statutory interpretation, and levels of court. Approximately 25 legislators attended the event, which was followed by a luncheon at the Temple of Justice. Because most state legislators are not lawyers, and therefore may not be familiar with legal terms and processes, the event was an important learning opportunity. The Council on Public Legal Education appreciates the help of the following "teachers": Jim Bond, Steve Jones, Michele Radosevich, Hugh Spitzer and Justice Philip Talmadge.

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