CONSTITUTION DAY 2026
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In the new issue of Bar News, we celebrate this year's recipients of the APEX Awards, including a Washington Supreme Court justice who has helped redefine leadership through mentorship and an attorney who led a groundbreaking appellate case that strengthened protections for survivors of sexual violence. We also chat with Professor Robert C. Boruchowitz, who speaks to the ongoing crisis in public defense.
Ayuda para clientes de Alexandra Lozano
El 26 de mayo de 2026, la abogada de inmigración Alexandra Lozano, propietaria del bufete de abogados Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law (ALIL), renunció a su licencia en lugar de recibir disciplina, dejando a Lozano permanentemente inelegible para practicar las leyes.
Help for Clients of Alexandra Lozano
On May 26, 2026, immigration lawyer Alexandra Lozano, owner of Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law (ALIL) resigned in lieu of discipline, making Lozano permanently ineligible to practice law.
Andersen Named Local Hero
Spokane attorney C. "Matt" Andersen recently was named the Bar's latest Local Hero for his career-long commitment to justice and service to his community. Andersen is pictured with outgoing WSBA President Frances Adewale.
Northwest Courts Wrestle with AI ‘Hallucinated' Citations by Pro Se LitigantsÂ
In September 2026, courts in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho dealt with cases involving fake citations generated by AI tools used by pro se litigants. Judicial f...
Federal Court Reminds that Lawyer-Witness Rule Does Not Result in Automatic DisqualificationÂ
The “lawyer-witness†rule, RPC 3.7, disqualifies a lawyer from trial counsel if they are a necessary witness, to prevent jury confusion. A recent Seattle c...
Federal Court Excludes Expert for AI ‘Hallucinated' CitationsÂ
A federal court in Tacoma excluded an expert in LeDouxx v. Outliers, Inc. due to AI-generated “hallucinated†citations that compromised credibility. The co...
Federal Court in Seattle Addresses Standing for Disqualification MotionsÂ
The Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC) define disqualification law, while procedural aspects are shaped by courts. In a Seattle case, the court denied a disqu...
Remembering the Need for Self-CareÂ
Law was literally killing me. A heart monitor I wore in May showed my heart was running at beats up to 231 beats per minute. I was in atrial fibrillat...
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Constitutional Limits on Executive Power
This panel will explore legal issues surrounding executive power: What is the scope of the power? How does the Constitution limit it? Are we in an unprecedented era? How might recent cases of the U.S. Supreme Court redefine executive power?
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Expanding Access to Legal Services with Alternative Fee Options
Traditional options for billing a client, including costs per hour or retainers, inevitably bar many individuals from accessing legal services. For this Aug. 24 CLE, seasoned practitioners will share insight into more accessible options: flat fee, subscription, and pay-as-you-go.
Board of Governors Meeting Sept. 24-25
The next Board of Governors Meeting will be held Sept. 24-25, 2026, at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Protection Orders
For this Sept. 24 CLE, Alex Gerard, a veteran of the protection order process, will take the audience through the process and pitfalls of filing for an order.
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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.
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.
Voices of the Heroes of Justice
In this podcast series, WSBA President Francis Adewale explores leadership, service, and community impact through candid conversations with heroes of justice.
Member Wellness Program
The Washington State Bar Association Members Wellness Program promotes the health and well-being of WSBA members.
Lunch & Learn
The Washington State Bar Association's Lunch & Learn webinar is an educational deep dive into the critical areas of law.
