The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bar Association (DHHBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, and deafblind attorneys, judges, law school graduates, law students, and legal professionals. We welcome members with all types of hearing loss, communication methods, and types of accommodations so join DHHBA today!
- DHHBA Webinar: Deaf Legal Talent PipelineIn celebration of the 76th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bar Association (DHHBA) will present a one-hour webinar featuring three deaf and hard of hearing attorneys, ranging from newly-minted to seasoned, who will share their experiences on… Continue reading DHHBA Webinar: Deaf Legal Talent Pipeline
- DHHBA Joins Amicus Brief Filed with U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitOn May 24, 2021, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bar Association (“DHHBA”) joined with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (“ASAN”), the American Civil Liberties Union (“ACLU”), and thirty-two other advocacy organizations to file an amicus brief encouraging broad enforcement of civil rights laws protecting… Continue reading DHHBA Joins Amicus Brief Filed with U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
- How to Request DHHBA Participation in Position Statements, Amicus Briefs, Rulemaking, and Legal AdvocacyDHHBA frequently receives requests to publish or sign on to position statements or advocacy letters, author or sign on to amicus briefs, submit rulemaking petitions or comments, and participate in legal advocacy and/or litigation. As a result, DHHBA has established the following process to request… Continue reading How to Request DHHBA Participation in Position Statements, Amicus Briefs, Rulemaking, and Legal Advocacy