2023 Fall Boot Camp
The 45th Annual Conference of the Forum on Entertainment and Sports Industries is jointly supported by the Section of State and Local Government Law.
Section of State & Local Government Law
The premier association for lawyers involved in urban, state, and local government law and policy, lawyers in private practice, academia, the judiciary and government turn to us to access the latest expert information on issues that relate to their practice, and share ideas and best practices with colleagues in dealing with government agencies.
Call for Papers
YLD/LSD Writing Competition is an annual event. The Section invites all those who qualify as young lawyers and law students to submit articles of 25-50 pages in length, and properly footnoted, on any topic of state or local government law of their choice to the Section. Articles are due to the Section by January 15, and the winners will be announced by February 15.
Defending Democracy
The American Bar Association Section of State and Local Government Law (SLG) has created a new initiative, Defending Democracy, which focuses on state and local election administrators and their work as they defend and ensure our democratic process on the frontlines.
Member Benefit
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Tap into the knowledge of your urban, state, and local government colleagues from across the country.
Our Committees
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With more than 15 unique committees, you are sure to find one to match your interests.
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Books from State and Local Government
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Ethical Standards in the Public Sector: A Guide for Government Lawyers, Clients, and Public Officials, Third Edition
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Sword and Shield: A Practical Approach to Section 1983 Litigation, Fifth Edition
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The Community Resilience Handbook
On-Demand CLE Sessions
See our complete list of State & Local Government Law on-demand CLE sessions to earn your credit.
Regulatory Oversight Podcast
A Conversation with Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford
In Episode 8 of the Regulatory Oversight Podcast, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford joins Troutman Pepper RISE attorneys Stephen Piepgrass and Ketan Bhirud to discuss a range of topics, including recent consumer protection actions and emerging trends his office examined over the past several years.
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Florida Rule Change
Florida Bar regulators have stated that attorneys will not receive Florida credit for any ABA program, even if they self-apply; speakers will not receive Florida credit for their participation in our programs; and, self-application forms submitted by attendees or speakers will not be approved. Programs approved by Florida prior to the Florida Supreme Court Order SC 21-28 remain approved for Florida credit.
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About State & Local Government Law
The premier association for lawyers involved in urban, state, and local government law and policy, our membership ranges from lawyers in private practice who represent countless government agencies across the country, in academia, and government lawyers. All of them turn to us to access the latest expert information on issues which impact their practice and share ideas and best practices with colleagues.
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Contact Us
Use this online form to contact the Section of State & Local Government Law or call Marsha Boone at 312.988.5657 or Tamara Edmonds Askew at 312.988.5652.