WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF LAWYERS

Our popular Racial Justice Series returns with "Algorithmic Justice" a panel discussion on the use of AI and the potential negative legal impacts of indiscriminate use. As our world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and artificial intelligence ("AI"), new legal issues arise.  We invite you to join us for this insightful panel on algorithmic justice,the application of principles of social justice, and applied ethics to the design, deployment, regulation, and ongoing use of algorithmic systems so that the potential for harm is reduced. With our panel of experts, we will discuss the potential negative legal impacts of the use of AI and how to identify discriminatory applications in the areas of consumer finance, employment, education, housing, and more. Further discussion will include how local governments are responding to this newly engaged tech and relevant pending legislation before the DC Council. Our panelists include: Enid Zhou, Senior Counsel at Electronic Privacy Information Center ("EPIC") Alex Ault, Policy Counsel, Digital Justice Initiative, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Kevin De Liban (he/him), Director of Advocacy, Legal Aid of Arkansas Sebastien Monzon Rueda, Esq. & Bardia Bastin, Esq (co-moderators) This engaging evening of learning is free for Washington Council of Lawyers members and $10 for the general public. Get ready to better understand the potential consequences of the use of AI and how we can hold such systems accountable.

Post-graduate fellowships are a unique way to realize your ideal public interest job. Fellowships allow new lawyers to gain hands-on experience, develop project management skills, and pursue their passions for promoting justice. But the application process is complicated and the programs are competitive. We're here to help you make sense of the process. Our expert panel will walk you through all the steps of the application procedures for the various programs and give you concrete tips for maximizing your chances of landing the fellowship of your dreams. Then, Sam Halpert, Director of Public Interest Initiatives at NALP will discuss PSJD and other online resources for finding fellowships. Finally, there will be plenty of time for individualized questions. Fellowships 101 is free for Washington Council of Lawyers members (join) and law students of Public Interest Jobs Clearinghouse (PIJC) subscriber law schools; the cost is just $5 for non-members. Not sure if you attend a law school that subscribes to the PIJC? Contact your law school career development office to find out. Our panel includes: Moderator: Kerry Stotler, American University Washington College of Law Jessica Ryckman, Equal Justice Works Shariful Khan, Skadden Fellow, Public Justice Cammie Dodson, If/When/How Lisa Ledvora, Immigrant Justice Corps Fellow, Safe Horizon Gabby Mulnick Majewski, Executive Director, DC Affordable Law Firm Join the conversation on social media #Fellowships101.

This Pro Bono best practices conversation will be all about the money and how our community can inculcate a culture of giving to support legal services. We will discuss the impact of law firm and other institutional giving, including donations and other forms of financial support.  We will also probe how individual lawyers formulate their philosophy and approach to giving and the ways they seek to influence giving by organizations. We will discuss the duty to and impact of financially supporting legal services organizations using D.C. Rule of Professional Conduct 6.1 as a foundation. Our panel includes: Ellen Jakovic, Of Counsel, Kirkland & Ellis and current D.C. Bar President Judith Sandalow, Executive Director, Children's Law Center Angela Boone, Director of Development & Communications, D.C. Bar Rob Pergament, Director of Development, Legal Aid DC Michael Bigley, Director, Venable Foundation at Venable LLP Best Practices in Pro Bono is open to pro bono coordinators at law firms, legal services organizations, government agencies, and in-house legal departments. Bring your ideas and your lunch. Cookies and drinks will be provided thanks to the generosity of our host Fried Frank.

First impressions count. Most first impressions are created virtually when a colleague, client, or prospective employer looks up your profile online. With so many ways to communicate and market yourself, a professional headshot is vital to your success. Make sure you're looking your best by getting a professionally taken and edited headshot. We are excited to host our next Members Only event (join) Pictures + Prosecco. If you've been meaning to update your professional headshot or don't have one at all, this is your chance. Join us and Joy Asico of Asico Photo for a photo session and stay for networking with other pro bono and public interest lawyers. You will have the opportunity to choose from an outdoor or indoor background. No dress code is required, but business/professional attire is recommended. This event is limited to 25 participants. Please come camera ready. Thank you to Cleary Gottlieb for generously hosting this event.