Now Accepting Woman of the Year Nominations!

Criteria:

1. A distinguished legal career or leader in her area of practice. A qualified candidate will be well-known in her area of practice. (This may include, but does not require, influential legal decisions, publications, and speaking engagements.) It is suggested that nominees have been licensed (in any state) for at least ten years.

2. An active member of bar associations and in particular, the FCBA WLA. Leadership positions in bar activities and/or committees will enhance the application.

3. A history of public service. Public service criteria may be demonstrated by both legal or non-legal service. Examples include legal aid involvement, pro bono projects, leadership in bar associations, service on non-profit boards or other volunteer experiences.

4. A record of mentorship or otherwise encouraging women in the legal profession

The nomination should include:

Name, contact information, and brief bio of applicant.

2 to 3 letters of recommendation indicating how the above criteria are exemplified. No more than one letter may come from a member of the same firm or agency which employs the nominated individual.

Individual nominating should be a member of the FCBA WLA and can be the author of a letter of recommendation.

Please email nominations to [email protected]

The New Law*gic podcast is LIVE!

This time around, we chat with Professor D'lorah Hughes all about the UK Legal Clinic.

If you're interested in checking it out, you can find Law*gic on all the major podcast platforms like Apple, Google, and Spotify, or you can head over to their website at www.fcba.com. Don't miss out!

November 10

Courts and FCBA Closed

Veteran's Day

November 14

Domestic Relations Practice Section Meeting

November 15

Women Lawyers Association Meeting

December 7

FCBA Annual Holiday Party

Harper Hall

FAYETTE COUNTY LEGAL HELP CENTER

Attorneys and law students who want to volunteer with the Legal Help Center can contact KAJC Executive Director

Glenda Harrison

We understand how challenging it can be to balance work, family, and personal life, while also dealing with the stresses of the job. It's important to prioritize your health and well-being, so you can serve our clients to the best of your abilities. FCBA is excited to share with you the Attorney Wellness Program, which can help address these challenges and improve overall resilience. And, it is completely free and confidential.

By taking care of ourselves, we can better serve our clients and communities.

Fayette Circuit and

Family Dockets are online

CLICK HERE

to access these dockets.

Click the docket you would like to download. The dockets are updated every Wednesday afternoon. Add this page to your favorites for easier access in the future.

The FCBA has partnered with the Louisville Bar Association and Shepherd Insurance (formerly Logan Lavelle Hunt) to offer group health insurance as a member benefit.

For more information or to see if this plan is right for you and your employees, please contact

 Kater Riddle at [email protected] or (502) 499-6880.

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