Columbus Bar Association

06/05/2026

"From the earliest naturalization requirements to contemporary security concerns, each legislative milestone reflects the nation's evolving identity and challenges," writes Robert H. Cohen in "The Evolution of U.S. Immigration Laws: A Historical Overview." From the Naturalization Act of 1790 through to the USA PATRIOT Act, Robert guides us through the history of American immigration law. He emphasizes how ever-changing economic, political, ideological, and social realities were reflected in the country's immigration policy throughout its complex and storied relationship with its immigrants. We thank Robert for his detailed chronology, and for reminding us that "understanding this history is crucial to understand the tension and controversies of immigration policy."

Read Robert's article here: https://issuu.com/columbusbarlawyersquarterly/docs/spring_2026_columbus_bar_lawyers_quarterly/63

06/04/2026

The CBA 2026 Annual Meeting is just one week away! Join us for a cocktail reception as we swear in our 2026-27 Columbus Bar President Melanie Tobias-Hunter and the 2026-27 CBA Board of Governors and help us recognize our Professionalism Award winner, Lisa Eschleman, and Bar Service Medal recipient, Charles Schneider.

Register now to reserve your ticket: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/se260611/

06/03/2026

Looking to learn more about HR basics while earning NLT credit? Join us for our HR 101 Series with Sharon DeLay and Karen Poling. Register for individual programs below!
💼Foundational HR: From Hire to Fire - Part One: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/260715/
💼Foundational HR: From Hire to Fire - Part Two: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/260819/
💼ABC’s and 123’s of Employment Law: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/260916le/
💼Workplace Audits and Investigations: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/261021le/
💼Documenting ADA and Interactive Conversations: Workers Compensation and Unemployment Claims: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/261118/
💼Supervisor Training: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/261216/

06/02/2026

Interested in traveling abroad while gaining CLE? Join us and the other Ohio Metropolitan bar associations in Morocco! Register by June 30 to enjoy early registration discounts: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/270120/

Join the Columbus, Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland Metropolitan, and Toledo Bar Associations for CLE Abroad: A Journey to Morocco (January 20–26, 2027), a six-night immersive experience through Casablanca, Fes, and Rabat while earning CLE credit and exploring Morocco’s legal, political, and cultural landscape. Connect with peers, strengthen the legal community, and gain global perspective that supports and safeguards the profession — visit the event page for full details and get early registration discounts by June 30th: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/270120/

05/29/2026

"It's a systemic problem and one that we must confront as a profession." In "Six Ways Lawyers Can Set Boundaries and Why They Are Essential for a Healthy Legal Career," Scott R. Mote encourages legal professionals to take steps to ameliorate the often-overwhelming nature of the profession. Proactively setting boundaries helps separate the person from the profession, which is vital for maintaining health and ability. For Scott, setting boundaries is "one of the most courageous, responsible things a lawyer can do" because "boundaries are for the hard-working, high-achieving, heart-in-the-right-place lawyer who wants to keep doing this work without losing yourself along the way."

Read Scott's article here: https://issuu.com/columbusbarlawyersquarterly/docs/spring_2026_columbus_bar_lawyers_quarterly/55

05/29/2026

We are just one week away from the 2026 Summer Associates Program! Join us next Friday for this free program.

View the updated agenda and register here: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/260605/

If you’re a law student employed at a law firm, court or government office this summer this FREE in-person program is for you! You’ll learn practical information about research and writing from top legal professionals, as well as gain insights into navigating the nuances of workplace relationships and how to network to get your next employment offer. We’ll also devote part of the day to exploring legal technology, AI and ethics.

Register here: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/260605/

05/28/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Annual Meeting Gold Sponsors Jason Block EOS, GBQ Partners, and Affinity Consulting Group! Join us next month at The Fives to celebrate the swearing in of the new CBA President and Board of Governors and honoring our award winners.

Register now to reserve your spot: https://www.cbalaw.org/events/event-information/sessionaltcd/se260611/

05/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended last week's quarterly Sidebars event. It was great to see everyone catch up and connect despite the rain!

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

“In both art and law, you start with nothing or a simple framework and create something new. Brushstroke by brushstroke, decision by decision, you get to a final product.” So writes Joshua Cartee in his latest installment of “Lawyers With Artistic License,” this time sitting down for coffee with attorney and artist Bella Jagielski. Joshua details her journey from “art kid” to lawyer, her experience as a visual artist practicing as an attorney (“each portrait requires hundreds of micro-decisions to reach a finished work of art ... so, too, with the practice of law”), and her affinity for the Baroque artist Caravaggio, who, for Bella, “humanizes greatness.” We thank Joshua for highlighting Bella and her work, and for reminding us of the rich interconnectedness between the worlds of art and law.

Read Joshua’s article here: https://issuu.com/columbusbarlawyersquarterly/docs/spring_2026_columbus_bar_lawyers_quarterly/45