The rate of COVID-19 infections in Clallam County is very high, much higher than any time in 2020. Professionals and business owners should be setting an example by having all employees wear masks. Professionals and business owners who chose to not wear masks in public are putting their own interests ahead of the health needs of others and of our medical community and … [Read more...] about COVID rate is “incredibly high” -May 2022
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Eviction law training for lawyers and public
Navigating Eviction in 2022, a training and panel hosted by the Clallam-Jefferson County Pro Bono Lawyers. The session will provide a summary of the recent changes in eviction laws and resources in Washington State. It will be held on Friday, May 27th, from noon to 1:30. Speakers and panelists include Ted Howard, Hanna Harrison, Judge Simon Barnhart, Renee Riopelle, and … [Read more...] about Eviction law training for lawyers and public
Law Day 2022: Toward a more perfect union
29 April 2022 is Law Day and the theme is Toward a more perfect union: the constitution in the times of change. The Clallam Jefferson County Pro Bono Lawyers (CJCPBL) will host the a celebration event with Judge Creatura, Federal Magistrate for the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington. The hybrid event will be held at noon, by Zoom and in person … [Read more...] about Law Day 2022: Toward a more perfect union
Mask mandate in courtrooms lifted, still recommended
Masks are no longer required in the Clallam County Courthouse, nor in the courtrooms. Zoom appearances in many cases are still allowed, but not in all cases. Check with your lawyer, the court clerk, or courthouse facilitator if you want to appear by Zoom. The same Zoom login numbers remain in effect. It's respectful of others to continue wearing masks COVID-19 is still … [Read more...] about Mask mandate in courtrooms lifted, still recommended
Quileute Tribe is seeking bids for public defender services
The Quileute Tribe (Tribe), a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in La Push, Washington, requests bids to provide Public Defender services appointed by the court as needed, is responsible for representing tribal members and other Native Americans coming under the jurisdiction of the tribal court charged with violations of the criminal code in cases before the … [Read more...] about Quileute Tribe is seeking bids for public defender services
Clallam County civil rights lawyer settles lawsuit
Clallam County civil rights lawyer William Payne and his clients have settled their lawsuit to end the vaccination mandate for restaurant goers. Clallam County had imposed back in September, 2021, a requirement that anyone dining inside a restaurant was required to have been vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. Under the terms of the settlement agreement, Clallam County has … [Read more...] about Clallam County civil rights lawyer settles lawsuit