Law Day is observed every year to celebrate the role of law in our society and to cultivate a deeper understanding of the legal profession. Each year, the Alabama State Bar commemorates the day with community outreach and Law Day activities for local school children.
Attorneys can volunteer to speak to a local classroom in-person or virtually on (or around) May 1, 2026, to give a 45-minute presentation to students of all ages. Students will get to ask the lawyers questions about their careers, how and why they became lawyers, and any other questions they have about the legal profession. Curriculum suggestions and materials will be available.
Law Day 2026 - Teacher Sign Up
Attorney Sign-Ups
Attorney sign-ups have closed for 2026. If you are still interested in volunteering, please email olivia.walker@alabar.org.
Classroom Resources for Attorneys
Thank you for participating in Law Day 2026! Feel free to MAKE THIS YOUR OWN! We find that, most often, students are mainly interested in hearing about your decision to become a lawyer, and the journey by which you became a lawyer and/or judge. We recommend that you share your own personal story and open up the floor for questions about the profession, how court works, what is a lawyer’s role in the process, and other ways in which you have put your law degree to use in your career. You can also communicate with the teacher to find out if any of their current topics of study relate to the law. Should you prefer to have a lesson plan or specific activity, please see the activities below and pick one that fits the age group you are speaking to. Again, thank you for your participation in this year’s Law Day, and HAVE FUN!
Possible Questions to Ask Students
What is the rule of law? Why is it important?
What is the role of law, and how does it differ from the rule of law? Can you give an example of each?
If a judge doesn’t agree with the law, can he change it in his or her courtroom?
As a student, how can you be involved in the rule of law?
As a student, where are you interested in engaging with the rule of law to change and make it better?
What role does civility play in our society? Why is it important?
What is a rule of law that you sometimes disagree with but is good for our society?
How have civics, civility, or collaboration shaped your community? How might they help shape your community in the future?
Is there someone who you admire as an upholder of the rule of law?
How does being a lawyer help protect individual rights in your community?
Kyle Shirley and Eric Anderson speaking to Ms. Emerson’s class – Business and Legal Concepts at the Autauga County Technology Center in Prattville
Kyle Shirley and Eric Anderson speaking to Ms. Emerson’s class – Business and Legal Concepts at the Autauga County Technology Center in Prattville
Kyle Shirley and Eric Anderson speaking to Ms. Emerson’s class – Business and Legal Concepts at the Autauga County Technology Center in Prattville
Kyle Shirley and Eric Anderson speaking to Ms. Emerson’s class – Business and Legal Concepts at the Autauga County Technology Center in Prattville
Kyle Shirley and Eric Anderson speaking to Ms. Emerson’s class – Business and Legal Concepts at the Autauga County Technology Center in Prattville
Huffman Academy
Brighton Elementary
Talladega County Central High School Law Day 2021.
Sally Bowers and Trina Hammonds had a great time!
(L to R) Felicia Long, Bar Commissioner and Chair of the Alabama State Bar Lawyers in the Classroom Committee; Gov. Kay Ivey; Alabama State Bar President Bob Methvin; Alabama State Bar Interim Executive Director Ellen Brooks
