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June 8, 2026

Reflecting on Philadelphia's Access to Justice Journey

By: Josh Snyder As we prepare to celebrate the nation’s Semiquincentennial, and having turned 50 myself a few weeks ago – I was born precisely two...

June 1, 2026

Philadelphia Bar Foundation Announces Michael Coard, Esq. as Keynote Speaker for the 2026 Philly Justice Ball

Nationally Recognized Civil Rights Attorney, Activist, and Advocate to Headline Signature Philadelphia Event PHILADELPHIA – [Month] [Day], 2026 – The...

May 5, 2026

Law Day: Renewing Our Commitment to the Rule of Law

President’s Column for May 2026 By: Josh Snyder As we know, May 1 is Law Day. In the wake of the impressive 2025 gatherings in Philadelphia and...

April 8, 2026

Philadelphia Bar Foundation to Honor Two Legal Leaders at 2026 Philly Justice Ball Deborah Gross and the Honorable Frederica Massiah-Jackson (posthumously) Recognized for Lasting Impact on Justice

PHILADELPHIA – April 1, 2026 – As part of the city’s 250th anniversary year, the Philadelphia Bar Foundation will honor Deborah (Debbie) Gross with...

April 7, 2026

Trustee Perspective: Reentry Court: What I Learned About Second Chances From the Other Side of the Aisle

Philadelphia Bar Foundation - Trustee Perspective Written by Jacqueline Romero, Partner BakerHostetler Reentry Court: What I Learned About Second...

April 2, 2026

2026 Award Nominations NOW OPEN

Nominations are now being accepted for the Philadelphia Bar Foundation Award and the Pro Bono Award of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation ! Please submit...

March 2, 2026

Paving the Way: Celebrating Women Who Expanded Access to Justice

As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, I want to highlight the remarkable lives of two women attorneys whose courage and leadership helped...