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Inside Bar News
In the latest issue of Bar News, read a wide-ranging Q&A with WSBA's newly sworn in President Francis Adewale. What's his outlook for the next year?.
Tech Task Force Final Report Released
Read the Final Report of the WSBA Legal Technology Task Force, including recommendations and the Task Force Survey Report.
New Delivery Platform for WSBA On-demand CLE Coming Soon
The Washington State Bar Association’s on-demand CLE content (streaming videos, downloadable MP3s, and materials) purchased through WSBA CLE will soon be accessible via a different platform (Blue Sky eLearn, LLC).
Bloggers Wanted
Got something to bark about? Blog it on NWSidebar.
Court of Appeals Affirms Disqualification for Former Client ConflictÂ
The Washington Court of Appeals upheld the disqualification of a law firm in Day v. Tacoma RV Center due to a conflict of interest arising from a lateral hire....
Navigating Insurance Law to Fund Repairs by HOAs
Washington state's climate and construction practices pose risks for residential structures due to water intrusion, leading to damage and potential collapse. T...
Former WSBA President Patrick Palace Named President of National Conference of Bar Presidents
Patrick Palace, the new president of the National Conference of Bar Presidents, aims to support Washington lawyers and share the state's successes nationally. ...
The Trouble with Rock Bottom and Why I Really Stopped Drinking
My decision to quit drinking came after a definitive, marked turning point—but it wasn't the type of turning point you're probably thinking. I had trie...
Federal Court Addresses Standing to Bring Disqualification Motion under Former Client Conflict RuleÂ
The federal district court in Seattle recently highlighted a key procedural requirement for most disqualification motions based on asserted former client confl...
Board of Governors Meeting Nov. 14-15
A Board of Governors Meeting will be held Nov. 14-15, 2025. at WSBA in Seattle, WA
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Harnessing the Power of Neurodiversity
November's free Lunch Lunchbox™ CLE will help you create more inclusive environments in the workplace and a plan to start implementing their learnings. Opportunities for Q&A are embedded throughout the presentation, as well as during the last 20 minutes of the presentation.
25th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference
Join the Labor and Employment Law section at the iconic Arctic Club or online Nov. 21 for this year’s CLE program. Panels discussing the most crucial topics and trends will provide you with helpful information and things to be aware of for the new year.
Ethical Dilemmas for Practicing Attorneys
Ethical dilemmas aren’t just for law school exams. In this lively, hypothetical-driven session Dec. 15, our panel will tackle the trickiest—and timeliest—ethics questions lawyers face today, from managing client relationships to navigating new technology and using generative AI.
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Concerns About a Lawyer
Information about how and when to file a complaint against a legal professional in Washington state.
Ethics
Information about common ethical issues, such as conflict of interest, client confidentiality, withdrawal, client communications, fee arrangements, trust accounts, and advertising.
Member Wellness Program
The Washington State Bar Association Members Wellness Program promotes the health and well-being of WSBA members.
Equity and Justice Plan
The Board of Governors adopted an Equity and Justice Plan on May 2, 2025, with much thanks to the WSBA Diversity, Equity, and Justice Council and the many people who contributed to the drafting.
Transition Your Practice
Information and resources for closing or selling your practice, changing practice area, retiring, and getting advice.
Lending Library
Borrow books from our Lending Library to expand your expertise on practice management.
Practice Management Guides
WSBA's guides include Document Retention, Disaster Planning, Cybersecurity, and Hanging Your Shingle.
Volunteer with WSBA
Learn about volunteer opportunities for legal professionals in your community and across the state.
