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National Bar Association to Convene "Day on the Hill" May 13 as Black Attorneys Mobilize Around Civil Rights, Judicial I...

NBA President Ashley L. Upkins to Lead National Advocacy Effort During Defining Moment for the Legal Profession and American Democracy

ABA faces pressure to roll back DEI standards as Black lawyers remain underrepresented

The American Bar Association (ABA) is weighing a rollback of its DEI accreditation standards amid pressure from Trump allies and

Trial Attorney Zulu Ali Reflects on Why Black Women May Be the Best Jurors in America

My understanding of juries did not begin in law school. It began at home.  I was raised by a Black grandmother and a single Black mother who treated jury duty with extraordinary s...

White Doctor Sues Black Medical Directory For Discrimination

A lawsuit was filed on behalf of white dermatologist Travis Morrell against Find A Black Doctor, a directory to help Black people find Black doctors.

American Bar Association Moves To Drop Diversity Requirement For Law School Admissions

For decades, the American Bar Association has required law schools to promote diversity and inclusion, but that may be changing soon.

ABA Day 2026: Connecting Leaders in the Law with Congress

Apr. 13, 2026 – Whether it is in Madison, Wisconsin, Washington, D.C., ​or even in your home community, finding ways to connect with elected officials is an important aspect of rep...

Black Advisors Sue Edward Jones Over Racial Bias

The class-action suit was filed by six former employees, who claim the firm’s client-transfer policy results in lower compensation and fewer promotions for Black advisors.

Congressional Black Caucus Sued By Conservative Group That Claims Scholarship Discriminates Against Non-Black Students

The conservative activist who spearheaded a series of legal cases that ultimately brought about the end of affirmative action in college admissions is again going after academic op...

Black Women Built Their Own Lanes, Now Those Lanes Are Under Attack

Black women entrepreneurs face steep challenges, but their resilience shines as they navigate legal battles to protect their businesses

Conservative Group Sues ‘Find A Black Doctor’ Directory for Alleged Racial Discrimination

*A conservative nonprofit and a Colorado dermatologist have taken legal aim at a physician directory they say unlawfully bars non-Black doctors from being listed. Do No Harm and Dr...

Marquette Law Graduates Begin New Chapter as Wisconsin Lawyers

Some arrived with generations of lawyers behind them. Others became the first lawyers in their families. Meet 170 new Wisconsin lawyers, the Class of 2026 graduates from Marquette...

50 Years in the Law: Celebrating Wisconsin Lawyers Admitted in 1976

The State Bar celebrates the lawyers admitted to practice in Wisconsin in 1976, honoring a half-century of work across every corner of the profession. Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief...

Legal Talk Africa 2026

The legal profession – long the world’s most prestigious preservation society for Victorian-era paperwork and the “but we’ve always done it this way” defence – has suddenly discove...

New lawsuit targets Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s scholarships for Black students

An anti-affirmative action group is accusing the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation of “discrimination,” revealing an alarming trend For years, the

What Lifetime Supreme Court Appointments Mean For Black America

Elected officials come and go, but Supreme Court justices often remain on the bench for generations.

The Black Caucus is the 'conscience of Congress.' Supreme Court ruling has it bracing for a big hit

Black members of Congress are bracing for a crippling shake-up of their ranks after a Supreme Court ruling gutted a key section of the Voting Rights Act that had protected minority...

White Physician Sues ‘Find A Black Doctor’ Directory For Alleged Racial Discrimination

A white doctor based in Colorado has teamed up with a conservative legal group to sue the online directory, “Find A Black Doctor,” for allegedly discriminating against physicians b...

The Voting Rights Act Is a Black Business Issue

Written By Briana D. Williams Voting has never been ceremonial to Black people. The ballot has always had a balance sheet attached to it. It has determined who could protect land,....

The American Bar Association Caves To Trump’s Pressure To Eliminate DEI Rule For Law Schools

The American Bar Association (ABA) is facing growing backlash after voting to weaken longstanding diversity, equity, and inclusion standards tied to law school accreditation — a mo...

Meet 5 Black candidates ready to take office in 2026

With many open seats, these potential candidates have a chance to change policies that have long affected Black communities. The

Bar Council faces legal challenge over Black internship scheme

GB News commentator Sophie Corcoran claims programme is discriminatory The post Bar Council faces legal challenge over Black internship scheme appeared first on Legal Cheek.

50-Year Members: A Half-Century of Wisdom

The lawyers admitted to the State Bar in 1976 now look back on their varied careers, finding wisdom in trials, transactions, and service to rural communities.

Newly Admitted Wisconsin Lawyers Bring Diverse Paths and Fresh Perspectives

A new class of attorneys has joined Wisconsin’s legal community, bringing with them diverse experiences and motivations. From first-generation college graduates to career changers,...

How ABA Spreads DEI in Law Schools