On April 25, 2025, our Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) will observe Law Day. For almost 70 years, Americans have celebrated Law Day as a way to honor the principle of the rule of law as well as the judges, lawyers, and law-abiding members of our community who actively work to preserve our liberties under law. This Law Day the MBA reaffirms our respect for all individuals and our commitment to upholding the rule of law. As members of the legal profession, we are uniquely positioned to come together to promote a deeper understanding of the U.S. Constitution and how our democracy strives to serve all members of our community. We support judicial independence. We support the right of lawyers and law firms to provide legal services to all those in need of representation. We join national, state, and local bar associations across the country to reject and denounce attacks on the judiciary, law firms, and our noble profession.

On Law Day and beyond, our MBA’s mission remains focused on our constituents in Montgomery County. Knowledge and education are vital to ensure that all members of our community are informed of their rights and responsibilities. For decades, our MBA has served as a vital resource to promote the rule of law and civics understanding in our communities. We are steadfast in our commitment to this goal.

As we continue to lead the way in Montgomery County, we do so with the recognition that actions speak louder than words. Civics education and engagement are at the core of our vision and values. In 2025, our MBA initiated an adult civics education program at Gwynedd Mercy University that we will expand to other local universities and many community organizations throughout the county. We continue to provide, support, and sponsor elementary and high school students’ events that teach civics at their level as well as the opportunity to tour our courthouse and learn about the vital function of the courts and the judicial system. We sponsored mock trial competitions for almost thirty high schools in Montgomery County as well as the local chapters of Scouting America. We are coordinating our efforts with the federal bench to foster juror participation amongst all eligible citizens, and also to support the Third Circuit’s essay contest for elementary students focused on civics, citizenship and the concept of “We the People.” These actions are at the heart of Law Day and ensure that the rule of law is at the forefront of our community.

We celebrate our efforts to date, but without complacency. This Law Day we call on our members to join us on April 25^th at 11:30 AM in Courtroom “A” to observe and celebrate an important, longstanding tradition. We also call our members to join us in action by participating in our programs and initiatives to ensure that our constitutional system is understood, respected, and revered in Montgomery County.