Let's Brief It

Renata and Alexis are joined by D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center attorney Jenadee Nanini, Esq, to discuss access to justice issues and the rise of other affordable methods of legal representation such as "low bono."

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Renata and Alexis discuss the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and more hot topics in International Law with D.C. Bar International Law Community co-chair Sharie Brown, Esq.

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Melody and Elena learn about what to look out for in the coming years in the field of Environmental Law with Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Community member Allison Watkins Mallick, Esq., including the growing problem of how to dispose of and recycle depleted renewable energy equipment like wind turbines and solar panels.

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Melody and Elena talk recent cases concerning sex and gender discrimination in the workplace. Labor and Employment Law Community member Julienne Bramesco, esq, guest hosts. 

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Melody and Elena delve into the unique tax implications of nonprofit organizations, the NFL, and why businesses merge in certain ways. Morgan Lewis partner and tax attorney Alexander Reid, Esq. guest hosts. 

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Renata and Alexis debate patent eligibility for perfumes created by computers during a discussion about artificial intelligence with patent prosecutor and Intellectual Property Community member John Nappi, Esq. 

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Melody and Elena explore career options within entertainment law and get tips for students on how to break into the field and how to start their own practice from guest Hardeep Grover, Esq. of the D.C. Bar Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Community. 

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

Renata and Alexis discuss jury selection and how it has changed since the 2016 election. Guest Sellano Simmons, Esq. from the D.C. Bar Criminal Law Community shares his thoughts and personal anecdotes as a defense attorney. 

Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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