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10/27/2026 06:00:00 PM10/27/2026 09:00:00 PMAmerica/New_York2026 Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue2026 Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue
Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets
You’re invited to join the Council for Court Excellence on Tuesday, October 27 for our Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue event, "Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets." Our distinguished guest speakers will reflect on the changing shape of their roles and the importance of maintaining a strong, independent federal judiciary to protect the rule of law, particularly in an era of extreme partisan division. Their interactive and candid discussion will tackle the central topic from multiple angles and perspectives, including:
What are the most pressing current challenges facing the federal courts, particularly in D.C.?
In what ways, if any, is the sanctity of the rule of law actually changing? How can judges, lawyers, and journalists prevent its erosion, actual or perceived?
What are the basic mechanics of an emergency docket? How do emergency dockets impact the operations of and reporting on our federal courts?
What has changed for judges, court staff, and journalists amid the sheer number of lawsuits challenging administration actions and policies, the use of subpoenas and suits targeting journalists, and rising appeals?
MODERATOR: Carrie Johnson, National Public Radio (NPR), Supreme Court and Justice Correspondent
PANELISTS:
Chief Judge James E. “Jeb” Boasberg, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Judge Cornelia T.L. Pillard, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Josh Gerstein, POLITICO’s Senior Legal Affairs Reporter
Join us on October 27th at 6pm for an enlightening conversation. A reception will follow at 7:15pm.
Please note that by attending this event, you consent to having your photo and/or video taken for use by CCE for promotional purposes. If you have any dietary restrictions, accommodation needs, or can no longer attend and would like to offer the spot to those who are available, please contact Kathleen Ryan at kathleen.ryan@courtexcellence.org.
Special thanks to our CCE Champion sponsors:
Ballard Spahr LLP
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Williams & Connolly LLP
For information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sarah Baczewski at sarah.baczewski@courtexcellence.org.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
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2026 Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue
Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets
You’re invited to join the Council for Court Excellence on Tuesday, October 27 for our Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue event, "Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets." Our distinguished guest speakers will reflect on the changing shape of their roles and the importance of maintaining a strong, independent federal judiciary to protect the rule of law, particularly in an era of extreme partisan division. Their interactive and candid discussion will tackle the central topic from multiple angles and perspectives, including:
What are the most pressing current challenges facing the federal courts, particularly in D.C.?
In what ways, if any, is the sanctity of the rule of law actually changing? How can judges, lawyers, and journalists prevent its erosion, actual or perceived?
What are the basic mechanics of an emergency docket? How do emergency dockets impact the operations of and reporting on our federal courts?
What has changed for judges, court staff, and journalists amid the sheer number of lawsuits challenging administration actions and policies, the use of subpoenas and suits targeting journalists, and rising appeals?
MODERATOR: Carrie Johnson, National Public Radio (NPR), Supreme Court and Justice Correspondent
PANELISTS:
Chief Judge James E. “Jeb” Boasberg, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Judge Cornelia T.L. Pillard, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Join us on October 27th at 6pm for an enlightening conversation. A reception will follow at 7:15pm.
Please note that by attending this event, you consent to having your photo and/or video taken for use by CCE for promotional purposes. If you have any dietary restrictions, accommodation needs, or can no longer attend and would like to offer the spot to those who are available, please contact Kathleen Ryan at kathleen.ryan@courtexcellence.org.
Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets
You’re invited to join the Council for Court Excellence on Tuesday, October 27 for our Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue event, "Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets." Our distinguished guest speakers will reflect on the changing shape of their roles and the importance of maintaining a strong, independent federal judiciary to protect the rule of law, particularly in an era of extreme partisan division. Their interactive and candid discussion will tackle the central topic from multiple angles and perspectives, including:
What are the most pressing current challenges facing the federal courts, particularly in D.C.?
In what ways, if any, is the sanctity of the rule of law actually changing? How can judges, lawyers, and journalists prevent its erosion, actual or perceived?
What are the basic mechanics of an emergency docket? How do emergency dockets impact the operations of and reporting on our federal courts?
What has changed for judges, court staff, and journalists amid the sheer number of lawsuits challenging administration actions and policies, the use of subpoenas and suits targeting journalists, and rising appeals?
MODERATOR: Carrie Johnson, National Public Radio (NPR), Supreme Court and Justice Correspondent
PANELISTS:
Chief Judge James E. “Jeb” Boasberg, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Judge Cornelia T.L. Pillard, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Join us on October 27th at 6pm for an enlightening conversation. A reception will follow at 7:15pm.
Please note that by attending this event, you consent to having your photo and/or video taken for use by CCE for promotional purposes. If you have any dietary restrictions, accommodation needs, or can no longer attend and would like to offer the spot to those who are available, please contact Kathleen Ryan at kathleen.ryan@courtexcellence.org.
Add to Calendar
10/27/2026 06:00:00 PM10/27/2026 09:00:00 PMAmerica/New_York2026 Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue2026 Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue
Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets
You’re invited to join the Council for Court Excellence on Tuesday, October 27 for our Bench-Bar-Media Dialogue event, "Maintaining the Rule of Law: Join us in a discussion of how the federal courts in DC are managing their demanding dockets." Our distinguished guest speakers will reflect on the changing shape of their roles and the importance of maintaining a strong, independent federal judiciary to protect the rule of law, particularly in an era of extreme partisan division. Their interactive and candid discussion will tackle the central topic from multiple angles and perspectives, including:
What are the most pressing current challenges facing the federal courts, particularly in D.C.?
In what ways, if any, is the sanctity of the rule of law actually changing? How can judges, lawyers, and journalists prevent its erosion, actual or perceived?
What are the basic mechanics of an emergency docket? How do emergency dockets impact the operations of and reporting on our federal courts?
What has changed for judges, court staff, and journalists amid the sheer number of lawsuits challenging administration actions and policies, the use of subpoenas and suits targeting journalists, and rising appeals?
MODERATOR: Carrie Johnson, National Public Radio (NPR), Supreme Court and Justice Correspondent
PANELISTS:
Chief Judge James E. “Jeb” Boasberg, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Judge Cornelia T.L. Pillard, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Josh Gerstein, POLITICO’s Senior Legal Affairs Reporter
Join us on October 27th at 6pm for an enlightening conversation. A reception will follow at 7:15pm.
Please note that by attending this event, you consent to having your photo and/or video taken for use by CCE for promotional purposes. If you have any dietary restrictions, accommodation needs, or can no longer attend and would like to offer the spot to those who are available, please contact Kathleen Ryan at kathleen.ryan@courtexcellence.org.
Special thanks to our CCE Champion sponsors:
Ballard Spahr LLP
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Williams & Connolly LLP
For information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sarah Baczewski at sarah.baczewski@courtexcellence.org.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
