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April 2017 Wyoming Lawyer

April 11, 2017 - Wyoming Lawyer

So a lawyer, a rabbi and a priest walk into a bar . . .

April 10, 2017 - Member Announcements

Unfortunately, substance use and mental health disorders are no joke in the legal profession. In fact, a recent study by the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation indicates rates of substance abuse over twice that of the national average, and rates of lawyer mental health disorders are even higher.

Wyoming Supreme Court Suspends Colorado Lawyer

April 5, 2017 - Discipline, News Releases

The Wyoming Supreme Court issued an order of reciprocal discipline suspending Colorado lawyer Brian M. Reed Benight from the practice of law for a period of two years.

Trump budget shuts poor out of Wyoming courthouses

April 4, 2017 - Member Announcements

President Trump’s proposed budget slams the courthouse doors shut for thousands of Wyoming residents who can’t afford an attorney, particularly hurting low-income women, observers say.

Judicial Nominating Commission Announces District Court Vacancy

March 28, 2017 - News Releases

Wyoming Supreme Court Chief Justice E. James Burke, who acts as Chairman of the Judicial Nominating Commission, announced that Eighth Judicial District Court Judge John C. Brooks will be retiring from the court, effective August 4, 2017.

New & Improved Wyoming Lawyer App

March 22, 2017 - Member Announcements

From legal articles and trends in the law to noteworthy events and programs, the Wyoming Lawyer, the official bi-monthly publication of the Wyoming State Bar, is a must-read for Wyoming attorneys and judges. No matter where you are, enjoy reading the Wyoming Lawyer in brilliant digital format.

NEW Judicial Learning Center Website

March 20, 2017 - Member Announcements

Located in the historic heart of Cheyenne, the Judicial Learning Center of Wyoming serves to engage and inspire visitors of every age as they learn about the state’s judicial branch and discover the important role it plays in the life of Wyoming’s citizens

Judicial Nominating Commission Announces District Court Vacancy

March 7, 2017 - News Releases

Wyoming Supreme Court Chief Justice E. James Burke, who acts as Chairman of the Judicial Nominating Commission, announced that Second Judicial District Court Judge Wade E. Waldrip will be retiring from the court, effective July 7, 2017.

Wyoming Attorneys Educate 5th Graders About U.S. Constitution

March 1, 2017 - News Releases

The Wyoming State Bar in partnership with the Equal Justice Wyoming Foundation today announced that on March 16, 2017, Wyoming lawyers will be visiting nearly every fifth-grade classroom in the state to give a one-hour presentation about the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights and Amendments. The program is known as Liberty Day.

NEW Member Benefit – Car Rental Discount Programs

February 27, 2017 - Member Announcements

The Wyoming State Bar is pleased to offer its members discounted costs at both Enterprise and Hertz!