Dear Admitted Attorneys,

This is a reminder of the free Virtual POWER Act Event, which will be held June 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM. The program will also be available for viewing on the court’s website through the end of the year:

The Power Act - 2025 | Eastern District of Texas | United States District Court

This national program will highlight the positive impact of pro bono representation and advocacy in the lives of victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse. Guest speakers include the Honorable Virginia Mary Kendall, Chief Judge of the Northern District of Illinois, and Stacy Schecter, Legal Director of Safe Horizon Domestic Violence Law Project. The program will be moderated by the Honorable Laura Taylor Swain, United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York.

Event Details

Date and Time: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 @ 12:00 noon (CDT)

Estimated Length: 60-75 minutes

Location: Microsoft Teams virtual event (invitation sent 2 days before the event) 

Registration Link: online registration

CLE (1.25 hours/1 hour ethics): After the program, attendees may claim CLE credit with the State Bar of Texas.  Please see the Power Act 2025 Flyer for complete details.