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The Utah State Bar held a press conference on Tuesday at the Utah State Capitol to address a growing number of legislative proposals that would alter how judges are nominated, retained, and insulated from political pressure.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:25 AM
The Utah State Bar held a press conference on Tuesday at the Utah State Capitol to address a growing number of legislative proposals that would alter how judges are nominated, retained, and insulated from political pressure.
Read more & watch: tinyurl.com/mtn73pb7
Read more & watch: tinyurl.com/mtn73pb7
Utah Legal Professionals: Check the eBulletin & your emails to participate in a survey on work-related threats & violence affecting Utah’s legal professionals, because today is the day you can respond.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and we'll send you the link.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Utah Legal Professionals: Check the eBulletin & your emails to participate in a survey on work-related threats & violence affecting Utah’s legal professionals, because today is the day you can respond.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and we'll send you the link.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and we'll send you the link.
The Rule of Law ensures:
✅ Every citizen & government official is held to the same legal standards.
✅ Individual rights are protected from potential abuses of power.
✅ Legal disputes are resolved through impartial processes rather than force.
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✅ Every citizen & government official is held to the same legal standards.
✅ Individual rights are protected from potential abuses of power.
✅ Legal disputes are resolved through impartial processes rather than force.
More on Utah's Code & Constitution: tinyurl.com/28rravjp
February 2, 2026 at 6:55 PM
The Rule of Law ensures:
✅ Every citizen & government official is held to the same legal standards.
✅ Individual rights are protected from potential abuses of power.
✅ Legal disputes are resolved through impartial processes rather than force.
More on Utah's Code & Constitution: tinyurl.com/28rravjp
✅ Every citizen & government official is held to the same legal standards.
✅ Individual rights are protected from potential abuses of power.
✅ Legal disputes are resolved through impartial processes rather than force.
More on Utah's Code & Constitution: tinyurl.com/28rravjp
Years ago, the Bar’s Young Lawyers Division published the Utah Senior Citizens’ Handbook as a public service, providing clear, practical guidance on laws & programs affecting older Utahns. For 95 years, the Bar has worked not only to serve clients, but to serve the public.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Years ago, the Bar’s Young Lawyers Division published the Utah Senior Citizens’ Handbook as a public service, providing clear, practical guidance on laws & programs affecting older Utahns. For 95 years, the Bar has worked not only to serve clients, but to serve the public.
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Join your colleagues at all three Bar conventions as we commemorate the Bar’s 95th year, while earning valuable CLE credit, expanding your professional network, and engaging in practice-relevant education across the state & beyond.
Spring Convention | Summer Convention | Fall Forum
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Spring Convention | Summer Convention | Fall Forum
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January 29, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Join your colleagues at all three Bar conventions as we commemorate the Bar’s 95th year, while earning valuable CLE credit, expanding your professional network, and engaging in practice-relevant education across the state & beyond.
Spring Convention | Summer Convention | Fall Forum
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Spring Convention | Summer Convention | Fall Forum
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A fast-moving package of bills could fundamentally change Utah’s judicial system. The Bar is deeply concerned about the impact on the long-standing protections that keep courts fair, impartial & free from political retribution.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:27 PM
A fast-moving package of bills could fundamentally change Utah’s judicial system. The Bar is deeply concerned about the impact on the long-standing protections that keep courts fair, impartial & free from political retribution.
Read more at www.utahbar.org/utah-state-b...
Read more at www.utahbar.org/utah-state-b...
We are proud to recognize Victoria Carrington for her outstanding volunteer service on the Innovation in Law Practice Committee and for sharing her expertise in AI with the legal community. Victoria earned her undergraduate degree in biochemistry & her JD with high honors from the U of U.
January 27, 2026 at 5:31 PM
We are proud to recognize Victoria Carrington for her outstanding volunteer service on the Innovation in Law Practice Committee and for sharing her expertise in AI with the legal community. Victoria earned her undergraduate degree in biochemistry & her JD with high honors from the U of U.
Utah Lawyers: Check your emails to participate in a survey on work-related threats and violence affecting Utah’s legal professionals. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and the link will be provided to you.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and the link will be provided to you.
January 26, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Utah Lawyers: Check your emails to participate in a survey on work-related threats and violence affecting Utah’s legal professionals. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and the link will be provided to you.
If you didn't receive the email, contact communications@utahbar.org and the link will be provided to you.
On May 2, 1967, Utah marked Law Day on the steps of the State Capitol by honoring public service & welcoming newly naturalized citizens into the fabric of our state and nation, as documented in this clipping from the Salt Lake Tribune.
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January 26, 2026 at 6:06 PM
On May 2, 1967, Utah marked Law Day on the steps of the State Capitol by honoring public service & welcoming newly naturalized citizens into the fabric of our state and nation, as documented in this clipping from the Salt Lake Tribune.
Submit your memories: www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
Submit your memories: www.utahbar.org/about/95th-a...
The Board of Bar Commissioners is now accepting nominations for three 2026 Spring Convention Awards honoring leaders who advance the legal profession.
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Nominate today!
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Nominate today!
January 25, 2026 at 8:28 PM
The Board of Bar Commissioners is now accepting nominations for three 2026 Spring Convention Awards honoring leaders who advance the legal profession.
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Nominate today!
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Nominate today!
Dive into the latest Utah Bar Journal! It’s packed with timely insights for our legal community. Whether you’re a seasoned attorney, a new lawyer, or considering law school, there’s something here worth reading.
Read the issue: www.utahbar.org/utah-bar-jou...
#UtahLaw #UtahStateBar #LegalCommunity
Read the issue: www.utahbar.org/utah-bar-jou...
#UtahLaw #UtahStateBar #LegalCommunity
January 24, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Dive into the latest Utah Bar Journal! It’s packed with timely insights for our legal community. Whether you’re a seasoned attorney, a new lawyer, or considering law school, there’s something here worth reading.
Read the issue: www.utahbar.org/utah-bar-jou...
#UtahLaw #UtahStateBar #LegalCommunity
Read the issue: www.utahbar.org/utah-bar-jou...
#UtahLaw #UtahStateBar #LegalCommunity
The Judicial Nominating Commission for Tooele County has selected four nominees to fill the justice court judge vacancy:
• Matthew Brass
• Wayne D. Jones
• Richard Thorne Kennerley
• Jaime Topham
Written comments may be submitted to James Peters, Justice Court Administrator, at jamesp@utcourts.gov
• Matthew Brass
• Wayne D. Jones
• Richard Thorne Kennerley
• Jaime Topham
Written comments may be submitted to James Peters, Justice Court Administrator, at jamesp@utcourts.gov
January 23, 2026 at 4:53 PM
The Judicial Nominating Commission for Tooele County has selected four nominees to fill the justice court judge vacancy:
• Matthew Brass
• Wayne D. Jones
• Richard Thorne Kennerley
• Jaime Topham
Written comments may be submitted to James Peters, Justice Court Administrator, at jamesp@utcourts.gov
• Matthew Brass
• Wayne D. Jones
• Richard Thorne Kennerley
• Jaime Topham
Written comments may be submitted to James Peters, Justice Court Administrator, at jamesp@utcourts.gov
Wondering how Utah families can access legal protection and education? We break it down and show how the Utah State Bar is making justice more accessible. Get the details: www.utahbar.org/how-the-utah...
January 22, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Wondering how Utah families can access legal protection and education? We break it down and show how the Utah State Bar is making justice more accessible. Get the details: www.utahbar.org/how-the-utah...
The SLC Justice Court has launched a mobile courtroom van that will bring Homeless Court, Kayak Court, and outreach services directly to shelters, resource fairs, and community organizations.
Led by Dr. Emogene Hennick-Dunn, the program is already expanding fast:
FY24: 734 cases
FY25: 2,388 cases
Led by Dr. Emogene Hennick-Dunn, the program is already expanding fast:
FY24: 734 cases
FY25: 2,388 cases
January 21, 2026 at 8:21 PM
The SLC Justice Court has launched a mobile courtroom van that will bring Homeless Court, Kayak Court, and outreach services directly to shelters, resource fairs, and community organizations.
Led by Dr. Emogene Hennick-Dunn, the program is already expanding fast:
FY24: 734 cases
FY25: 2,388 cases
Led by Dr. Emogene Hennick-Dunn, the program is already expanding fast:
FY24: 734 cases
FY25: 2,388 cases
Looking for a place to start volunteering for the 2026 Pro Bono Pledge? With the Utah Bar's Virtual Legal Clinic, you can sign up to give 20-30 minutes of brief advice to a Utahn in need. Sign up to help at www.utahlegalhelp.org/volunteer-opportunities.html
January 20, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Looking for a place to start volunteering for the 2026 Pro Bono Pledge? With the Utah Bar's Virtual Legal Clinic, you can sign up to give 20-30 minutes of brief advice to a Utahn in need. Sign up to help at www.utahlegalhelp.org/volunteer-opportunities.html
In this testimonial, John Valentine shares how the Bar fosters collegiality & connection within the legal profession. If you've ever wondered how this works from a former lawyer-legislator point of view, this story is worth watching.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:36 PM
In this testimonial, John Valentine shares how the Bar fosters collegiality & connection within the legal profession. If you've ever wondered how this works from a former lawyer-legislator point of view, this story is worth watching.
Watch his testimonial: lnkd.in/gajSQqxv
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We honor the life & legacy of the late Hon. Raymond S. Uno, a true trailblazer. He opened doors that had long been closed & set a powerful example of integrity, courage & service. May we forward his enduring legacy.
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#UtahStateBar95 #LegalHistory #HonoringThePast
Submit memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
#UtahStateBar95 #LegalHistory #HonoringThePast
January 18, 2026 at 9:06 PM
We honor the life & legacy of the late Hon. Raymond S. Uno, a true trailblazer. He opened doors that had long been closed & set a powerful example of integrity, courage & service. May we forward his enduring legacy.
Submit memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
#UtahStateBar95 #LegalHistory #HonoringThePast
Submit memories: tinyurl.com/5f8jspfk
#UtahStateBar95 #LegalHistory #HonoringThePast
The Utah Law & Justice Center will be closed on Monday, January 19th. The Center will reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 8 a.m. You may find what you are looking for on our website at utahbar.org.
January 17, 2026 at 1:33 AM
The Utah Law & Justice Center will be closed on Monday, January 19th. The Center will reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 8 a.m. You may find what you are looking for on our website at utahbar.org.
Utah Lawyers: Participate in a survey about work-related threats & violence against attorneys in Utah. The survey will help better understand the nature and frequency of these incidents. If you haven't received it, email communications@utahbar.org with your Bar # and you will be sent the survey.
January 16, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Utah Lawyers: Participate in a survey about work-related threats & violence against attorneys in Utah. The survey will help better understand the nature and frequency of these incidents. If you haven't received it, email communications@utahbar.org with your Bar # and you will be sent the survey.
Know someone who’s making a real difference in Utah’s legal community? Nominations are open for the 2026 Spring Convention Awards.
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Award categories are below!
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Award categories are below!
January 15, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Know someone who’s making a real difference in Utah’s legal community? Nominations are open for the 2026 Spring Convention Awards.
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Award categories are below!
🗓 Nomination deadline: Friday, January 31, 2026
📄 Submit here: www.utahbar.org/awards/
Award categories are below!
Take the pro bono pledge today! Commit one hour of service to support our community in 2026. app.joinpaladin.com/!/utahprobon...
January 14, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Take the pro bono pledge today! Commit one hour of service to support our community in 2026. app.joinpaladin.com/!/utahprobon...
The Utah Judiciary invites Salt Lake County residents to attend a Court Connect town hall on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Matheson Courthouse in Salt Lake City.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:01 PM
The Utah Judiciary invites Salt Lake County residents to attend a Court Connect town hall on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Matheson Courthouse in Salt Lake City.
READ MORE: www.utahbar.org/utah-judicia...
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If you haven't heard yet, the Bar is rekindling a long-standing tradition! Mark your calendars for the Summer Convention in Sun Valley – August 2026! Join us in the beautiful mountains of Idaho for a perfect blend of professional development & personal connection.
#SummerConvention2026 #CLE
#SummerConvention2026 #CLE
January 12, 2026 at 5:07 PM
If you haven't heard yet, the Bar is rekindling a long-standing tradition! Mark your calendars for the Summer Convention in Sun Valley – August 2026! Join us in the beautiful mountains of Idaho for a perfect blend of professional development & personal connection.
#SummerConvention2026 #CLE
#SummerConvention2026 #CLE
Utah lawyers: Beginning Feb. 1, dependent mental health services will no longer be available through the Bar’s Tava Health benefit. While this change was not made lightly, the Bar has identified and shared several alternative coverage and support options. (RCP01.01). Info: tinyurl.com/3m3yjs3c
January 9, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Utah lawyers: Beginning Feb. 1, dependent mental health services will no longer be available through the Bar’s Tava Health benefit. While this change was not made lightly, the Bar has identified and shared several alternative coverage and support options. (RCP01.01). Info: tinyurl.com/3m3yjs3c
The first eBulletin of 2026 is officially out, and it’s packed with important updates for Utah’s legal community. Be sure to check your inbox for details on upcoming surveys, updates on Tava Health, and proposed legislation impacting the judiciary.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The first eBulletin of 2026 is officially out, and it’s packed with important updates for Utah’s legal community. Be sure to check your inbox for details on upcoming surveys, updates on Tava Health, and proposed legislation impacting the judiciary.
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