NEWS FROM NATIONAL

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May, 2022

  • Register now for Leadership Summits. Current and incoming Inn Leaders have found Leadership Summits to be a great way to discover what you need to know to be effective, and to learn from other leaders around the country. Find information about upcoming dates, locations, and registration information at .
  • Register for the National Advocacy Training Program. Attorneys in the first few years of practice or those looking for more oral advocacy opportunities can register now for the National Advocacy Training Program. Registration is open now at .
  • Nominations for the 2022 A. Sherman Christensen Award, the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Award for Professionalism, and the Sandra Day O'Connor Award for Professional Service are due June 1. For more information, visit .
  • Write for The Bencher—The theme for the September/October issue will be Elder Law and articles are due June 1. Visit  for details.

 

April, 2022

  • April is Professionalism Month—Register now for  on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 1:00PM ET. A live discussion will be held about high conflict personalities and how understanding them can make it easier to work with challenging clients or co-workers.
  • Register now for Leadership Summits. Current and incoming Inn Leaders have found Leadership Summits to be a great way to discover what you need to know to be effective, and to learn from other leaders around the country. Find information about upcoming dates, locations, and registration information at .
  • Register for the National Advocacy Training Program and apply for the Tim Coleman Scholarship. Attorneys in the first few years of practice, or those looking for more oral advocacy opportunities can register now for the National Advocacy Training Program. Eligible members may apply for the Tim Coleman Scholarship by April 15. Registration is open now at  and scholarship information is at .
  • Nominations for the 2022 American Inns of Court Professionalism Awards are now open. For more information about the awards, participating circuits, deadlines, and nomination procedures, visit 
  • Nominations for the 2022 A. Sherman Christensen Award, the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Award for Professionalism, and the Sandra Day O'Connor Award for Professional Service are due June 1. For more information, visit .
  • Write for The Bencher—The theme for the September/October issue will be Elder Law and articles are due June 1. Visit  for details.

 

March, 2022

  • Nominations for the 2022 American Inns of Court Professionalism Awards are now open. For more information about the awards, participating circuits, deadlines, and nomination procedures, visit 
  • Nominations for the 2022 A. Sherman Christensen Award, the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Award for Professionalism, and the Sandra Day O'Connor Award for Professional Service are open. For more information, visit .
  • Leadership Summits—Dates and locations coming soon! Current and incoming Inn Leaders have found Leadership Summits to be a great way to discover what you need to know to be effective, and to learn from other leaders around the country. Look for information about upcoming dates, locations, and registration information—coming soon.
  • Write for The Bencher—The theme for the July/August 2022 issue will be Re-entry Programs. Articles are due April 1. Visit  for details.
  • Professionalism Month—Save the date! Plan to join us for a live presentation “High Conflict Personalities” on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. (EDT). We’ll be holding a discussion about high conflict personalities and how understanding them can make it easier to work with challenging clients or co-workers. Watch your email for details and registration.

 

February, 2022

  • Nominations for the 2022 American Inns of Court Professionalism Awards are now open. For more information about the awards, participating circuits, deadlines, and nomination procedures, visit 
  • Nominations for the 2022 A. Sherman Christensen Award, the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Award for Professionalism, and the Sandra Day O'Connor Award for Professional Service are open. For more information, visit .
  • Inn Leadership Development Opportunities—If anyone is aspiring to a leadership position in the Inn, Leadership Summits are a great way to discover what you need to know to be an effective Inn leader, and to learn from other leaders around the country. Information about upcoming dates, locations, and registration will be announced soon.
  • Write for The Bencher—The theme for the July/August 2022 issue will be Re-entry Programs. Articles are due April 1. Visit  for details.
  • Increase efficiency at the office this year! The American Inns of Court has partnered with LegalSifter to offer Inn members a free three-month trial of  and a subscription discount using code AIC2022SIFT at .

 

January, 2022

  • January is Mentoring Month—Commemorate mentoring as a cornerstone of the American Inns of Court experience by participating in a Mentoring Scavenger Hunt! Participate in a mentoring small group or mentoring pair hunt for national recognition, and perhaps even a special prize. Pairs can find out more at  and groups at .
  • 2021 Annual Appeal—Thank you for your support! Your generosity supports the American Inns of Court mission, provides for national scholarships and awards, and grows the number of Inns, bringing the message of civility, professionalism, and excellence to potential members nationwide. See a list of donors here: 
  • Apply for a Pegasus Scholarship—Associate members with two to seven years of experience are encouraged to apply for a 2022 Pegasus Scholarship to study the English legal system in London for six weeks. Get more information and apply at . The application deadline is January 10, 2022.
  • Nominations for the 2022 American Inns of Court’s Professionalism Awards are now open. For more information about the awards, participating circuits, deadlines, and nomination procedures, visit .
  • Inn Leadership Development Opportunities—If anyone is aspiring to a leadership position in the Inn, Leadership Summits are a great way to discover what you need to know to be an effective Inn leader, and to learn from other leaders around the country. Look for information about upcoming dates, locations, and registration information—coming soon.
  • Write for The Bencher—The theme for the May/June issue will be Outreach and Pro Bono Projects, and articles are due February 1. Visit  for details.