Law Day
Law Day 2010
The American Bar Association has not yet announced a theme
for Law Day 2010. In the interim, this page contains information on
Law Day 2009.
Friday, May 1, 2009
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:
"2009 marks the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln,
regarded by many as our nation's greatest and most eloquent
president. Lincoln, who devoted much of his adult life to the
practice of law, was the quintessential American lawyer-president.
His background in the law informed both his actions and his
oratory.
For Law Day 2009, we encourage efforts nationwide to commemorate
Lincoln by exploring this rich and resonant theme - A Legacy of
Liberty."
For other materials on Law Day 2009, visit the American Bar
Association Web site.
For more information on the MBA Law Related Education Working
Group, e-mail MBA's Director of Community and Public Services
Elizabeth O'Neil.
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