Law Day Past and Present
| Publication year | 2023 |
| Pages | 0034 |
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Law Day, held annually on May 1, is a national day set aside to celebrate the rule of law. Law Day provides an opportunity to understand how law and the legal process protect our liberty, strive to achieve justice and contribute to the freedoms that all Americans share.
The State Bar of Georgia's Professionalism Committee collaborated with the Bar's Local and Voluntary Bars Committee to participate in Law Day 2022. Law Day is held on May 1 every year to celebrate the rule of law in our society and to cultivate a deeper understanding of the legal profession.
The Law Day 2022 theme was "Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change." Elected or appointed public officials from each of Georgia's 10 judicial districts were invited to visit schools throughout the state to discuss the Law Day theme. The Professionalism Committee created talking points for the officials to focus on three issues: 1) a brief history of the U.S. Constitution; 2) reflecting on the best interests of U.S. citizens; and 3) comparing the 1791 ratification of the First Amendment with the historic implementation of the First Amendment. The Local and Voluntary Bars Committee, chaired by Hon. Ashley Palmer, invited participation from various judges and lawyers who are public officials.
This year, the committees will focus on the American Bar Association's 2023 theme: "Cornerstones of Democracy: Civics, Civility and Collaboration." Elected officials and attorneys from Georgia's 10 judicial districts will be invited to discuss this year's theme by visiting a high school government class or serving as a guest speaker at a civic association meeting.
Middle school and high school students will be encouraged to submit either a one- to two-page essay or a 30-second social media video focusing on the Law Day theme. Middle school students will receive a certificate of achievement, while the high school students will compete for a coveted $100 certificate and rights of accomplishment.
State Bar of Georgia members are encouraged to participate in this year's Law Day by discussing the "Cornerstone of Democracy: Civics, Civility and Collaboration" theme with their community, including, but not limited to: school groups, Rotary Clubs, Kiwanis, and fraternity and sorority associations. While Law Day is officially observed on May 1 of each year, Law Day projects are...
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