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The American Bar Association provides resources to assist lawyers and judges, and works to improve the legal system for the public.

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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 12h
Think tax law isn’t for you? Think again. In the newest episode of the ABA Law Student Podcast, tax law expert Jeremy Babener breaks down structured settlements, career satisfaction in tax law and why tax principles touch nearly every practice area. Hear the full episode: bit.ly/4AGtwjI
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 13h
Civic engagement is at the core of our democracy. Make sure you have a say in your government and, most importantly, your life. You can make an impact by registering to vote, voting and helping run elections in your area. Learn more: bit.ly/3T6UFeq
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 13h
Ready to take the next step? Visit the ABA Career Center for job postings, interviewing tips and more: bit.ly/3Y5EwW2
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 15h
Your five-year plan should not be a map. It should be a compass. Incoming associate Ryan Walsh shares why flexibility matters more than a predetermined path. bit.ly/4hhKTyt
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 15h
Understanding how attorney-client privilege works and its exceptions will help you when working with your attorney: bit.ly/4h4I19x
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 17h
Litigation communications isn’t just about messaging — it’s a strategic tool that can sharpen young lawyers’ judgment and strengthen their practice. Learn how: bit.ly/3OdV1y2
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 18h
Welcome to law school, 1Ls! ABA 1L Week is here to help you survive and thrive in this new chapter. Join the ABA for free to access resources and opportunities to support your law school journey — plus, receive an exclusive ABA 1L Survival Kit when you join during 1L Week: bit.ly/4dfx42A
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 20h
The new U.S. Supreme Court term begins today. Learn how the Court works and how decisions are reached: bit.ly/46HsXIn
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 04/10/2026
Have you explored the ABA’s Member Benefit Library recently? This easy-to-use resource highlights upcoming webinars on your schedule so you don’t miss a thing! Check it out: bit.ly/3NZSmY9
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 04/10/2026
Read how offshore structures, tax planning and client advocacy intersect in the classic legal thriller movie, "The Firm": bit.ly/4h4CO1o
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 04/10/2026
Learn how the ABA's Law Practice Division selects topics for books, appropriate and inappropriate uses of AI in writing, and how to pitch your book idea: bit.ly/4yqU33n
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 03/10/2026
Have you explored the ABA’s Member Benefit Library recently? This easy-to-use resource highlights upcoming webinars on your schedule so you don’t miss a thing! Check it out: bit.ly/3NZSmY9
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 02/10/2026
Is line warming, the practice of providing items with minimal value such as a water bottle or snacks to people waiting in line to vote, legal? It depends. Learn more: bit.ly/4xenGmO
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 02/10/2026
Time management tips and tricks to keep your solo practice from burning you out: bit.ly/4yonSkv
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 02/10/2026
Are you registered to vote? To help you prepare for Election Day, visit the ABA Election Center to check your registration status. It takes just 30 seconds to verify. If you’re not registered or need to update your registration, you can do that in minutes: bit.ly/4hrC994
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 02/10/2026
Join us Oct. 8 for a webinar exploring how you can make a career pivot, including identifying transferable skills, exploring new paths and positioning yourself as a strong candidate: www.americanbar.org/events-cle/mtg/…
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
Watch this short video from the Standing Committee on Election Law and the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners to learn how voting systems work: bit.ly/4yYIgcX
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
Today, the ABA + TEDLaw Founding Cohort is in Chicago exploring the future of lawyer development. About 150 participants are diving into legal AI, TED-style conversations, small-group discussions and more to explore the skills lawyers need to thrive in an evolving profession.
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
Learn how you can get the most out of legal research with the aid of Boolean terms. bit.ly/4cACTY2
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
Best practices for keeping your clients informed: bit.ly/4yqLghl
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
How minimalism, automation and intentional planning can make you more productive and give you a sense of peace and fulfillment: bit.ly/3V2gaxX
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Join us in celebrating the perspectives, talents and experiences that lawyers and judges with disabilities bring to the legal system.
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Learn how you can help those affected with this resource from the ABA's Commission on Domestic & Sexual Violence: bit.ly/4gWJgpO
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 01/10/2026
Are you a young lawyer wondering how to snag that dream role? Listen as host Montana Funk and legal recruiter Gianne Falvo Mangiro demystify the world of legal recruitment: bit.ly/4cDlcrI
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 30/09/2026
Has the rapidly changing legal market led you to explore new job opportunities? Find jobs and resources for your search at the ABA Career Center: bit.ly/4ryZKbp
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 30/09/2026
Managing support staff and junior lawyers is a skill that develops over time. Although it may feel uncomfortable at first, learning to supervise effectively can have a lasting impact on your career. Here's how young lawyers can begin building their leadership skills: bit.ly/4hhf3TG
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 30/09/2026
Are you registered to vote? Do you know where your polling place is? Is your registration up to date? Find answers to election questions, as well as the information you need to prepare for Election Day, here: bit.ly/4qc2Cf2
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 30/09/2026
In the first year of solo practice, attorneys make dozens of significant decisions each day, but most are never taught how to make systematic business decisions. Read tips and exercises to help you navigate your first year with confidence: bit.ly/3SYiEgj
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
In search of something new? The ABA Career Center has thousands of job postings covering the whole legal spectrum. bit.ly/4qItUZB
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
Listen to a special roundup episode of the Law Practice Today podcast revisiting three conversations from this year focused on strengthening your visibility, relationships and brand: bit.ly/4cUQ5r1
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
The legal profession sometimes makes transition harder than it needs to be because lawyers often equate change with instability. Here's how to handle it healthily: bit.ly/4ieV21c
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
What new attorneys need to know about collaborative legal writing: bit.ly/45ErjaX
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
#OnThisDay in 2005, Chief Justice John Roberts was sworn in. He is the youngest person to be confirmed as chief justice since John Marshall in 1801.
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 29/09/2026
Join us Sept. 29 for a virtual program looking ahead to the new U.S. Supreme Court term. A panel of experts will discuss what we might expect when the Court reconvenes on the first Monday in October. Register today: bit.ly/3UzzYZx
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
There’s a lot at play when selecting an expert witness, from technical expertise to presentation style to availability to even something as simple as the wrong suit. Learn how to make the right choice: bit.ly/4gK4k45
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
Statement from ABA President Barbara J. Howard on how voters can prepare for the November elections now. You can find resources for voters and poll workers here: www.americanbar.org/advocacy/gov...
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
A former JAG offers grounded insight into transitioning across career chapters, navigating identity shifts and what JAGs transitioning to civilian law should know: bit.ly/4dqh2CQ
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
Small and solo law firms are primarily businesses, and technology should only matter insofar as it enables new revenue, cuts costs or otherwise helps a law practice. Here's how to evaluate that: bit.ly/3T0BSlt
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
The term "shadow docket" is getting more attention lately. But what is it? How does it work? Here's a quick explanation.
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
Two real-life practitioners who’ve put in the hours and reaped the benefits of public interest work share the knowledge they’ve gained. bit.ly/4AaW3hp
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
With Election Day right around the corner, now is the time to review your state’s voter registration deadlines and make sure you’re registered to vote. Visit the ABA Election Center to find your state’s registration deadlines and other election information: bit.ly/4hrC994
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
The lessons you learned from redlining are applicable across your entire career. Here's how: bit.ly/4xgfse8
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 28/09/2026
Two antitrust litigators share everything a first-year attorney should know about antitrust law: bit.ly/4xLkccH
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 27/09/2026
Ready to take the next step? Visit the ABA Career Center for job postings, interviewing tips and more: www.americanbar.org/careercenter/?u…
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 27/09/2026
Technology allows lawyers to stay available, productive and responsive to clients more efficiently than ever. However, the same technology can also give criminals more opportunities to intercept and steal sensitive client and firm information. Learn more: bit.ly/4zU2IMv
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 26/09/2026
#OnThisDay in 1789, John Jay was unanimously confirmed as the first Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Many of Jay's duties involved establishing rules, procedure and precedents. Jay served until 1795 and decided just four cases during his tenure.
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 26/09/2026
Have you explored the ABA’s Member Benefit Library recently? This easy-to-use resource highlights upcoming webinars on your schedule so you don’t miss a thing! Check it out: bit.ly/3NZSmY9
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 25/09/2026
Claims of widespread voter fraud are unsupported by evidence. Lawyers have an ethical obligation to help counter false election narratives, defend voting rights and protect democratic institutions. bit.ly/4rpzscR
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 25/09/2026
Cybersecurity is part of every attorney's professional responsibility. You don't have to be a cybersecurity expert, but you do need to know how to protect your systems, information and clients. Learn what's at stake, along with best practices and common mistakes to avoid: bit.ly/4ilF1qa
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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 25/09/2026
#OnThisDay in 1957, the Little Rock Nine attended their first full day of classes at Little Rock Central High School. Learn more about them here: bit.ly/48mbUOs
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