The Old Dominion Bar Association invites all to join us in reflecting on our fellow Americans who answered the call of duty and paid with their lives. As we begin this holiday weekend, please take some moments to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we may

Old Dominion Bar Association law student members from Liberty University School of Law, Richmond Law, and William & Mary Law School making connections with judges, attorneys, and other law students as they enjoyed their very first Annual Meeting of the Virginia State Bar.

The Old Dominion Bar Association wishes a Happy Father’s Day to all of the amazing dads out there. We gratefully express our love and honor to you on this special day for all that you do in our homes and communities. ❤️👨🏾

“Today as we celebrate Juneteenth, together we are reminded of the promise of America. A promise of freedom, liberty and opportunity, not for some but for all.” - Vice President Kamala Harris

The Old Dominion Bar Association is wishing the best for all of our brothers and sisters in Roanoke today and tomorrow as they tackle the Bar Exam. You are going to knock it out the park like the rockstar that you are - and your ODBA Family is here to greet you on the other side!

The past two weeks have been action packed for the ODBA as two of our esteemed members were officially sworn in as judges. Hon. David J. Whitted was sworn in as a Circuit Court Judge in Chesapeake, and ODBA’s Immediate Past President, Hon. Solomon H. Ashby, Jr. was sworn in to

The members of the Old Dominion Bar Association stand in remembrance today of the memories of our fallen brothers and sisters. 🗽🇺🇸🫶🏾

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our family to yours. We wish you the happiest of holiday seasons, with blessings to you and your family in the new year.

Today, I am deeply humbled to share that I have received a Presidential Pardon from President Joe Biden for a mistake I made in 1994—one that changed the course of my life and taught me the true power of redemption. Read my full statement below 👇

Today the Old Dominion Bar Association joins with the rest of America in paying tribute to the memory of the life, legacy, and memory of a truly great American: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! The Old Dominion Bar Association is hosting its Winter Meeting in Arlington, Va. This year's meeting is packed with phenomenal speakers, informational CLE's, fellowship, and fun. Friday, January 31st, we have arranged a Day-Trip to the Smithsonian's

The Old Dominion Bar Association joins together with our community in celebrating the life, legacy, and memory of Henry Marsh. Senator Marsh was a long time member of the Old Dominion Bar Association and a trailblazing civil rights attorney and public servant the Commonwealth. He

Join the Old Dominion Bar Association in celebrating Black History Month. Throughout the Month, we will celebrate the lives, memories and careers of African American Judges and Attorneys whose trailblazing careers have so indelibly changed Virginia, and the practice of law in

The Old Dominion Bar Association mourns the loss of one of our beloved members, Hon. Jerrauld C. Jones.  Judge Jones’ trailblazing rise to prominence started in the segregated schools of Norfolk, Virginia.  Judge Jones was one of the first students to integrate the Virginia

The Old Dominion Bar Association extends its heartfelt wishes to all of the fathers - and father figures - today in celebration of your pivotal role in shaping the lives of those under your care. We see you and salute your efforts. Happy Father's Day!

🎉 Today, we honor Juneteenth—a powerful symbol of freedom, resilience, and justice. As we celebrate this pivotal moment in American history, let’s reaffirm our commitment to advocating for equity, justice, and the ongoing journey toward true liberation. Happy Juneteenth from

On January 1, 2026 the Supreme Court of Virginia will have its first ever African American Woman Chief Justice. Today the Old Dominion Bar Association PROUDLY celebrates the trailblazing legal and judicial career of Chief Justice-Elect Cleo E. Powell.

Today several ODBA members attended a Virginia State Bar indigent defense seminar named in honor of Chief Justice Leroy R. Hassell. He was a passionate advocate for improving indigent criminal defense in the commonwealth, and he was the first African American Chief Justice in Virginia

Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice S. Bernard Goodwyn flanked by some of his ODBA judicial colleagues at the 2025 Virginia District Court Judicial Conference in Virginia Beach.

On the 2nd day of the Judicial Conference the District Court Judges of the ODBA posed with the Chief Justice of the Va Supreme Court, Hon. S. Bernard Goodwyn, during his final Conference. He will be fondly remembered for his leadership, guidance & support of the Va Judiciary👨🏾‍⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️