2020 Legislative Update: Week Two
Legislative Tracking The Alabama State Bar provides a tracking report concerning pending legislation that may be of interest to our members. You can find our updated bill tracking spreadsheet here.…
New Marshal Earl Marsh, Jr.; Chief Justice Tom Parker; Retired Marshal Willie L. James (L-R)
Passing the Torch: New Marshal Installed at Alabama Supreme Court
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In a packed Courtroom at the Supreme Court of Alabama on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, a historic “passing of the torch” ceremony was held to swear-in the…
Megan Hughes Joins Alabama State Bar Communications Department
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Megan G. Hughes, APR, has joined the Alabama State Bar as Outreach and Content Manager. She'll manage the bar's content-related assets and outreach efforts and assist Director…
2020 Legislative Update: Week One
Legislative Tracking The Alabama State Bar provides a tracking report concerning pending legislation that may be of interest to our members. You can find our updated bill tracking spreadsheet here.…
Office Lighting: Beyond Energy Efficiency
By Elizabeth A. Eiland, Beasley Allen Law Firm Numerous studies confirm that natural light in the workplace leads to better sleep, improved memory, faster reflexes, and better communication skills (among other benefits).…
Military Spouse Exception Approved by Supreme Court
MONTGOMERY – A rule change took effect Jan. 30, 2020, removing a major barrier for spouses of military personnel who wish to practice law in Alabama. The Supreme Court of…
Stacey Moseley Promoted to Disciplinary Clerk in the Office of General Counsel
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama State Bar is pleased to announce Stacey Moseley has been promoted to Disciplinary Clerk in the Office of General Counsel. Moseley had previously served as an…
Girl Scouts Patch Honors Women’s Suffrage Centennial
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – As we approach the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote in Alabama, Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama (GSNCA) is excited to announce a new patch program…
Why Yoga Is a Perfect Practice for Practicing Lawyers
By: Calle Mendenhall, Farris, Riley & Pitt For most of us, finding an hour or two in our day to squeeze in any form of physical activity, let alone finding time…
Walk by Faith: A ‘So Long’ to ALAP Director Robert Thornhill
By Phillip McCallum, Executive Director of the Alabama State Bar For the past seven years, the Alabama State bar has been blessed to work with Robert Thornhill, Director of the…