Law Day
Law Day: Friday, May 1, 2009
The American Bar Association has not yet announced a theme for Law Day 2009. In the interim, this page contains information on Law Day 2008.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
The first day of May of each year is designated as Law Day, U.S.A. It is set aside as a special day of celebration by the American people in appreciation of their liberties and the reaffirmation of their loyalty to the United States of America; of their rededication to the ideals of equality and justice under law in their relations with each other as well as with other nations; and for the cultivation of that respect for law that is so vital to the democratic way of life.
According to the American Bar Association:
Fifty years ago President Eisenhower proclaimed the first Law Day a "day of national dedication to the principle of government under law." The ABA invites you to celebrate this enduring principle during the 50th anniversary of Law Day. Law Day 2008 will explore the meaning of the rule of law, fostering public understanding of the rule of law through discussion of its role in a free society.
For other materials on Law Day 2008, visit the American Bar Association Web site .
Other helpful resources include:
For more information on the MBA Law Related Education Working Group, e-mail MBA's Director of Community and Public Services Elizabeth O'Neil.
Click to return to main Public and Community Services page and browse other programs.