Bring the KIDS! 2/4, our FBA is hosting a FUN Mock Trial & GameShow at the 1799 Courthouse, as part of the City's Chocolate Lovers' Festival. We'll also have some neat, historic records on display in our Showroom from 10am-3pm that day!
Congratulations to the 292 new attorneys who passed the February 2022 Illinois Bar Exam and were administered the attorney's oath today. This brings the total number of licensed attorneys in Illinois to approximately 96,000.
This month, we are pleased to recognize Karrie Dodson for her volunteer efforts and support of the Fairfax Law Foundation! Karrie lead the #5K committee in organizing the annual race happening this Sunday!
Find out what Karrie's preferred super power is!
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The Fairfax Law Foundation turned 40 this week! Our birthday wish is for you to join us at the Heroes vs. Villains 5K on April 24, 2022.
Help us celebrate our birthday!
Register online at //bit.ly/3ASZvPs
Join us in celebration of Law Day! Event will feature an Old Fashioned Patriotic Celebration, GMU Jazz Ensemble, Boyle School of Irish Dance, Hand-Rolled Cigars, Shoe Shines and Valet Parking, and be catered by Red Hot & Blue.
Sponsorships are available! https://t.co/xgkTeN15l1
Member Benefit #4
The FBA offers 9 committees and 15 sections. These play a part in influencing the direction of the Bar, fostering relationships with colleagues that have similar interests, having important conversations, and developing plans to help the FBA continue to grow.
This month, we are pleased to recognize Scott Reid for his volunteer efforts and support of the Fairfax Law Foundation. Thank you for everything you do!
Follow this link to learn more about Scott and our other featured volunteers!
https://t.co/EEC858uOkx.
Member Benefit #2
The FBA provides social programs and events to help our members get acquainted with others in the local legal community. A few of our annual events include the Bench-Bar Dinner Dance, Bench-Bar Convention, State of Judiciary Luncheon, and more!
This summer, the FBA had the chance to support young scholars hoping to pursue a career in law! Despite the pandemic, some of our members were able to share their expertise with students from Envision. We are honored to have been a part of this invaluable program! @WorldStrides
Ever hiked Difficult Run? Ever taken the kids to Colvin Mill? Ever zipped along Baron Cameron? Those landmarks & characters can be found the original 1739 Land Grant from the 6th Lord Fairfax, laying out over 5,500 acres of today's Wolf Trap area. https://t.co/CUuMQXn8D7
The Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit have selected Penney S. Azcarate as the next Chief Judge of the 19th Judicial Circuit commencing July 1, 2021, upon the retirement of Chief Judge Bruce D. White. https://t.co/iLtAxEDmeq
TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 21, is the 220th ANNIVERSARY of the FIRST COURT SESSION held in the Historic Courthouse! Follow our Twitter tomorrow as we recognize this historic milestone!
Can your case AGREE to WAIVE Oral Argument on short Motions? You all may be eligible for the Court's "On the Papers" WAIVER of Oral Argument Process, so you can GET BEFORE a JUDGE, WITHOUT COMING to the COURTHOUSE. https://t.co/aj50kymnpY
Though Friday Historic Courthouse tours are currently SUSPENDED, you can still learn about our courthouse from HOME! EXPLORE more here! https://t.co/kXas01udc7
The Historic Records Center is open today (2/1) for the City of Fairfax's Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival. Stop by for a mock trial, 'Smarter than a Lawyer' game show, & to tour the Historic Courthouse. We look forward to seeing you! https://t.co/atzzobOXoX
The Historic Records Center will be open Saturday (2/1) as part of the City of Fairfax's Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival. Stop by for history & Fairfax Bar Association's 'Beauty and the Beast' mock trial & 'Smarter than a Lawyer' game show! Fun for all! https://t.co/x4W1D4rE2R
Due to a leak on the Jennings-side of the courthouse, Motions Hearings on Thursday 1/16 have be relocated to alternative Circuit Courtrooms in unaffected areas of the building. See our Docket WayfinderScreens in the halls, for new room assignments. Thank you for your patience!
It's #GivingTuesday! Help us positively impact the community by donating to the Fairfax Law Foundation which is committed to creating a more just society through equal access to the justice system and law-related education. Donate today! https://t.co/s0DEn8m0VB
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