Sienna and Kirsten talk to Sarah Crawford, Esq. about Indian and Native American Law. Topics discussed include the McGirt v Oklahoma Supreme Court decision, the Violence Against Women Act, and the Tribal Law and Order Act.

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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 Elena talk about medical malpractice suits, access to care, and COVID-19 with D.C. Bar Tort Law Community leader Craig Brodsky, Esq. 

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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.

Sienna and Kirsten are joined by Judge Gregory E. Mize of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and Lucrecia Johnson, Esq. to talk about the advantages and challenges of virtual trials as well as some tips and hopes for the future.

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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 discuss hot topics in Construction Law, including the False Claims Act, the AntiKickback Statute, and bid protests, with guest host Government Contracts Community leader Amy Garber, Esq.

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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 delve into the complex world of real estate law. "My landlord is selling my property, but I love this house and wish I could stay!" "I'm interested in turning my property into a condominium. How do I do that?" Guest host Shanice McClelland, Esq. from the D.C. Bar Real Estate, Housing and Land Use Community answers these questions and more.

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 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.

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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.