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2024
March
13,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Many educators have gone above and beyond to teach the next generation about civics – giving students the confidence to engage in their democracy. But some educators stand out among the rest – and these are the ones we want to hear about! Nominate …
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March
07,
2024
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15:46 PM
America/Chicago
In early February, the citizenship education department hosted a professional development workshop for teachers in Springfield. The all-day session focused on the First Amendment and Protest. The teachers were provided with classroom-ready materials …
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February
29,
2024
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12:49 PM
America/Chicago
Supreme Court of Missouri Chief Justice Mary Russell emphasizes gratitude and cooperation in 2024 State of the Judiciary Russell addressed a joint session of the Missouri General Assembly on Feb. 7 in Jefferson City for the annual …
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February
19,
2024
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07:50 AM
America/Chicago
Real people. Real stories. People love to tell jokes about lawyers, but the truth is, we need lawyers to help us find solutions to our legal problems and navigate the complicated legal system. Most lawyers will tell you they joined the profession to …
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February
15,
2024
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21:51 PM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar Center will be closed Feb. 16, 2024, due to winter weather concerns. Most services will still be available as staff work remotely.
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February
14,
2024
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09:06 AM
America/Chicago
The world is constantly changing, and the legal field is evolving with it. In the latest episode of the “Is It Legal To…?” podcast, hosts Farrah Fite and Bob Priddy are joined by Ayyoub Ajmi from the University of Missouri-Kansas City …
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February
08,
2024
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08:30 AM
America/Chicago
Chief Justice Mary R. Russell speaks to lawmakers Feb. 7 during the 2024 State of the Judiciary at the State Capitol. Photos by Tim Bommel of House Communications.
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February
05,
2024
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07:00 AM
America/Chicago
“When someone’s fighting for you, it just makes you feel like you’re not alone anymore.”
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January
31,
2024
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10:36 AM
America/Chicago
Submit nominations by Feb. 15 for the David J. Dixon Appellate Advocacy and Lon O. Hocker awardsNominations for the David J. Dixon Appellate Advocacy Awards and Lon O. Hocker Awards opened Jan. 1, with a deadline of Feb. 15. Each award nominee will …
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January
30,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar sponsors the Complaint Resolution Program, a system designed to help clients and lawyers resolve disputes outside the formal disciplinary process. This no-cost program benefits both parties by providing a quicker, more informal …
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January
22,
2024
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16:50 PM
America/Chicago
Missouri high school social studies teachers are invited to delve into the complex intersection of the First Amendment and social media at a free, two-day professional development workshop hosted by The Missouri Bar Citizenship Education Department, …
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January
22,
2024
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07:40 AM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar Center will be closed Jan. 22, 2024, due to winter weather concerns. Most services will still be available as staff work remotely. Per courts.mo.gov, the following courts will be closed Jan. 22: Audrain County circuit …
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January
09,
2024
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15:48 PM
America/Chicago
Lawyers have a passion for improving the profession and access to legal services, and they can help facilitate that by encouraging today’s youth to learn about government and the judicial system. The Missouri High School Mock Trial Competition …
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January
08,
2024
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21:02 PM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar Center will be closed Jan. 9, 2024, due to winter weather concerns. Most services will still be available as staff work remotely. Per courts.mo.gov, the following courts will be closed Jan. 9:Adair County circuit courtAndrew …
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2023
December
28,
2023
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14:03 PM
America/Chicago
Resolve to use your Missouri Bar benefits in 2024 As 2023 comes to a close, you might be considering resolutions for 2024. As you contemplate, remember the many resources lawyers can access through The Missouri Bar and how they might help you …
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December
21,
2023
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09:00 AM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar Center will be closed Dec. 25, 2023, and Jan. 1, 2024 in observance of the holidays. For immediate assistance and helpful links, please visit MoBar.org. Answers to FAQs can be found here. We wish you a safe and happy …
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December
18,
2023
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14:57 PM
America/Chicago
Adherence to the standards established by the Missouri Rule of Professional Conduct is expected from every lawyer. The Missouri Bar recognizes that, regardless of the efforts to maintain a high degree of competence and ethics among the members of …
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December
14,
2023
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10:58 AM
America/Chicago
According to the National Registry of Exonerations, 54 people convicted of crimes in a Missouri state court have been exonerated since 1989. Together they have served a total of 660 years. There are many reasons why someone may be wrongfully …
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December
14,
2023
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10:40 AM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar’s mission is to improve the legal profession, the administration of justice, and the law on behalf of the public. This mission drives the goal of ensuring that all Missourians have access to ongoing civics education. The …
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December
06,
2023
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15:31 PM
America/Chicago
Public documents accessed remotely on Case.net by public users now display a watermark. Since the system’s Oct. 19, 2023, monthly deployment, publicly viewable documents accessed remotely via Case.net by public users include a watermark which …
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November
30,
2023
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10:34 AM
America/Chicago
Thank you for being part of this community “I'm truly grateful for this Missouri Bar community, and I encourage you to explore its myriad resources to help you connect with other lawyers and make the most of your membership in the coming …
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November
21,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Twenty members of the bench, bar, and media attended the annual meeting of the Missouri Press-Bar Commission on Nov. 3, 2023, in Jefferson City at The Missouri Bar Center. The commission, comprised of journalists, judges, and lawyers, was …
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November
20,
2023
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13:45 PM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar Center will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, and Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in observance of Thanksgiving. Need immediate assistance? Visit MoBar.org for FAQs and helpful links.Happy Thanksgiving!
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November
14,
2023
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08:20 AM
America/Chicago
"Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.” – Albert Einstein The Missouri Bar is dedicated to ensuring that all Missourians have access to ongoing civics education. One way this is accomplished is by …
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October
31,
2023
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10:01 AM
America/Chicago
Don’t Miss the top stories from this month! Megan Phillips, 2023-24 president of The Missouri Bar Phillips was sworn in as the 2023-24 president of The Missouri Bar this September during the bar’s Annual Meeting in Kansas City. As …
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October
16,
2023
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09:23 AM
America/Chicago
The Missouri Bar is devoted to ensuring that all Missourians have access to ongoing civics education. Since its founding, Show Me the Constitution has offered educators a unique way to engage students in learning about the current legal issues and …
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September
28,
2023
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14:47 PM
America/Chicago
Don’t miss the top stories from this month! September was a time of gathering and celebration at The Missouri Bar. Annual Meeting recap: Presentations, programming, puppies Lawyers and judges gathered at the Westin Crown …
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September
27,
2023
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15:28 PM
America/Chicago
People love to tell jokes about lawyers, but the truth is, Missourians need lawyers to help find solutions to legal concerns and navigate the legal system. Through “My Missouri Lawyer,” The Missouri Bar’s 2022-23 Leadership Academy class …
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September
25,
2023
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11:58 AM
America/Chicago
Small claims court holds the nickname “the people’s court” because it helps citizens settle their small claims without hiring a lawyer. While the system was designed to settle uncomplicated disputes, filing a claim and collecting any rewards can be …
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September
15,
2023
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Constitution Day is most certainly a day for celebration. It is also a day for us to consider the Constitution’s impact on our nation’s beginnings. The Constitution was not our first system of government. After we won our independence, we …
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