Law Day

LAW DAY REFLECTIONS: Rebecca L. Gould

Published by Scott Stewart on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 12:00pm

Laws have a powerful impact on people’s lives. As lawyers, we have an obligation to ensure laws effectuate justice and help solve problems in ways that advance equity. Our country’s history is rich with examples of laws that  have marginalized people based on race, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, and religious affiliation. Despite the progress that’s been made, there is still much work to be done.

LAW DAY REFLECTIONS: Kenny Jacobs

Published by Scott Stewart on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 12:00pm

When reflecting on Celebrating and Advancing the Rule of Law, we must always keep the most basic fundamental laws of our country and state at the forefront—that of our Constitution and the individual rights enshrined therein.  The legal protections the Constitution provide to all people against the government when charged by that government with violation of the law, including the right of privacy, the right to due process, the presumption of innocence, the right to counsel, and others are critical and necessary to a

LAW DAY REFLECTIONS: Bonnie N. Moore

Published by Scott Stewart on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 12:00pm

The “rule of law” is defined as “the mechanism, process, institution, practice, or norm that supports the equality of all citizens before the law, secures a nonarbitrary form of government, and more generally prevents the arbitrary use of power.”

LAW DAY REFLECTIONS: Mary Ann Borgeson

Published by Scott Stewart on Sun, 05/02/2021 - 12:00pm

As Chair of the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, it is again my pleasure to celebrate May 1st as our nation’s ‘Law Day’ as declared by President Eisenhower, and submit a few comments on this year’s theme of: ‘Celebrating and Advancing the Rule of Law.’ 

LAW DAY: OBA Luncheon Stays Virtual, But Happens Live

Published by Scott Stewart on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 5:00am

Members of the Omaha legal community are encouraged to gather to participate in this year’s Law Day luncheon sponsored by the Omaha Bar Association — just not all in one place.

The annual tradition will take place via Zoom this year, with law firms asked to host watch parties instead of coming together in a conference room to celebrate award recipients and the importance of the legal profession.

LAW DAY: Rule of Law Underpins Contemporary Issues

Published by Scott Stewart on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 4:00am

This Law Day, we’re asked to reflect upon the the rule of law in our society. The Omaha Bar Association’s theme, “Celebrating the Rule of Law in Our Country,” and the American Bar Association’s theme, “Advancing the Rule of Law Now,” both invite us to explore the concept of the rule of law and its role in society.

LAW DAY: Schools Receive Donations in Smith Camp's Honor

Published by Scott Stewart on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 3:00am
A letter to teachers is shown alongside “Bold & Brave” at The Daily Record, April 6, 2021. (Scott Stewart/Daily Record)

Omaha area fifth graders will be getting a crash course on the 19th Amendment as the Omaha Bar Association fulfills one of the initiatives begun by Judge Laurie Smith Camp during her all too brief tenure as OBA president.

LAW DAY: Reflecting Upon the Rule of Law in This Moment in History

Published by Scott Stewart on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 12:00am

Law Day 2021 comes at a dynamic point in the history of the United States of America, with the recent events to which we have been witnesses.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower established Law Day in 1958 “as a day of national dedication to the principles of government under law.” The importance of the rule of law and its contributions to the freedoms Americans enjoy has been recognized every year since then.

OBA, Daily Record Seek 8th Graders To Participate in Law Day Contest

Published by Nikki Palmer on Tue, 03/16/2021 - 12:00am

Omaha area eighth graders are invited to compete in the Omaha Bar Association’s annual Law Day essay contest.

This year’s essay theme is “Celebrating the Rule of Law in Our Country.” Cash prizes of $175 for first place, $150 for second and $125 for third are offered. The first place winner will be asked to read their essay in a special video shared with the Omaha legal community.

Law Day 2021 Essay Contest

Published by Scott Stewart on Thu, 03/11/2021 - 2:09pm

Omaha area eighth-graders are invited to participate in the 2021 OBA Law Day Essay Contest. This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Rule of Law in Our Country.”

Essays must be 200-250 typewritten words.

Email submissions by April 10 to lawday@omahadailyrecord.com.

Entries are judged on originality, content, neatness and spelling. Please nclude your name, school and social studies/government teacher.

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