Judicial Nomination Process Proposals – S.179 S.179 has been scheduled for testimony next Thursday, February 3 at 10:45 am in Senate Judiciary. The bill proposes several significant changes to Judicial Nomination and Appointment processes, including (in part): making public the names that the JNB sends to the Governor; requiring the JNB to select not less…
Welcome new admittees to the Vermont Bar! Although the annual swearing-in ceremony wasn’t able to be held in-person this year, the Vermont Supreme Court recently conducted a virtual swearing-in for over 50 proud new admittees to the Vermont Bar. The ceremony began with Board of Bar Examiner Chair Keith Kasper moving the admission of the…
This chilly Monday, dozens gathered in person and many more via zoom to be a part of a treble swearing-in ceremony of Vermont’s newest three Superior Court judges in the beautiful house chamber of the Statehouse. Emceed and organized by VBA’s own Teri Corsones, the ceremony kicked off with Teri’s welcome and with opening remarks…
Nominate a deserving and generous attorney for the VBA’s annual Pro Bono Service Award. The Award is given each year to one or more attorneys who have devoted themselves in an outstanding and meritorious way to provide pro bono legal services to the poor and disadvantaged. Standards for the award reflect Rule 6.1 of the…
Even though the state of emergency in Vermont was officially lifted in June 2021, many pandemic concerns are still with us. We wanted to let you know about a resource that may be of help to you, your families and your clients. COVID Support VT is designed to support wellness during the COVID pandemic and…