Thomas Jefferson once wrote, “I consider trial by jury as the only anchor yet imagined by man, by which a government can be held to the principles of its constitution.” Yet the words “jury duty” send some people into a search
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Missouri’s 2025 Juror Appreciation Week kicks off Sunday
Next week marks the 25th anniversary of Missouri’s Juror Appreciation Week. 1,017,401 Missourians have served as jurors since 2000; 69,708 jurors served in 2024. During the celebration, judges, lawyers, and court clerks will formally thank those Missourians who have upheld
Seven frequently asked questions and answers to help you complete your free Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care form
National Healthcare Decisions Day is April 16. To help your decisions be made known in the case you are disabled, incapacitated or there is uncertainty as to whether you are dead or alive, The Missouri Bar offers a free Durable Power of
Can a parent give their child a glass of wine in Missouri and Illinois?
At some point in my early adult years. Think under 21 but out of high school, my parents didn’t really seem to mind if I enjoyed an occasional alcoholic beverage. It got me thinking can you legally give your child
'The Milly Project' event encourages education, discussion
HANNIBAL — Tenth Circuit Presiding Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd hosted “The Milly Project,” a continuing legal education program in Hannibal on Friday, Aug. 26.
More than 50 people attended the event. “The Milly Project” is a movie produced by the Missouri
Missouri Bar welcomes new lawyers
Missouri judges officially welcomed a new class of lawyers to “the adventure of a lifetime” and the Missouri Bar during a Friday ceremony at the State Capitol.
MO Attorneys: Make Your End-of-Life Care Wishes Known
Saturday is National Health Care Decisions Day, and groups in Missouri urged residents to make a plan for their end-of-life care in case they are not able to express their wishes.
Lincoln, Jefferson City Chamber to expand Community Internship Program
The Community Internship Program connects Lincoln University students with local businesses associated with the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce. Last fall, 17 LU students interned with 10 local businesses, ranging from Capital Regional Medical Center to The Missouri Bar.
Law firm diversity is ongoing goal
When Amanda Garcia-Williams is asked whether diversity is just a buzzword for some law firms, she quickly mentions three groups.
Joplin High School Constitution Team earns second place in state competition
The Constitution Team at Joplin High School tied for second place with Nixa High School at the Missouri Bar’s Show Me the Constitution competition last month in one of the closest races in state history, according to officials.