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Advice From the Bench: What to Know Before Your First Court Appearance

September 19, 2024 | As a new attorney, do you know how to make a good first impression with the judge in your case? You don’t have to wonder what judges expect from you—you can go directly to the source! Our panel of judges will share their perspectives on how to prepare for your first court appearance, what to expect at court, and what you can do to build your reputation as a competent, professional attorney.

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Getting the Most From Your Judicial Internship / Externship

On-Demand | Judicial internships are rare and coveted opportunities among law students: they mean hands-on experience in some of the most demanding and exciting legal environments, working directly with judges. Listen to our program for tips and advice.

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Ways to Join the Judicial Division

Lawyers can join the JD though the JD Lawyers Conference or the JD Appellate Judges Conference's Council of Appellate Lawyers. Join today for $50 + ABA Membership. Law Students can join up to 5 member groups for free with their ABA membership

Resources on Courts and the Judiciary

Young Lawyer & Law Student Webinar Series

Video and webinar programming designed to empower young lawyers and law students to achieve career and academic success. Sponsored by the Judicial Division, Young Lawyers Division, and Law Student Division.

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How To Build an Appellate Practice

Are you looking to create or expand your current litigation practice to appellate advocacy? Watch this 3-session series in which three experienced appellate lawyers discuss how they built their practices dedicated to civil appeals in state and federal courts. Session 1 is available to anyone, and sessions 2 & 3 are available to members of the Judicial Division's Council of Appellate Lawyers.

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More Practice Areas for New Lawyers

No matter your practice specialty or setting, the ABA has you covered. Find additional practice area pages in the ABA's New Lawyer Practice Area Resource Library.

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