ACS Arizona: Who Owns the Uterus: The Unresolved Religious Liberty and Reproductive Freedom Issues in The Satanic Temple v. Labrador

Please join the ACS Arizona Lawyer Chapter for a discussion analyze the ongoing case The Satanic Temple v. Labrador and the complex constitutional questions it raises at the intersection of reproductive rights and religious liberty. The panelists will examine the litigation's procedural history, the competing constitutional frameworks, and the potential implications for future jurisprudence. The discussion will provide practitioners with a nuanced understanding of how claims grounded in religious freedom may shape the evolving legal landscape of reproductive autonomy.

WashU Law - Sustaining the Advocate: Mental Health in the Legal Profession

Featuring Professor Katie Ciorba VonDeLinde of the Brown School of Social Work, alongside an experienced practicing attorney, the discussion will highlight the unique stressors lawyers face and practical strategies for building resilience.

In addition to addressing burnout prevention and work–life balance, the speakers will discuss the phenomenon of “sliming”—when advocates absorb the stress, trauma, or emotional weight of their clients’ experiences.

Students will leave with insights on recognizing and navigating these challenges, as well as the value of supportive communities, healthy boundaries, and sustainable practices. Lunch will be served.

Panel Discussion

In collaboration with the Lambda Law Society, this panel discussion will explore the evolving legal and political landscape surrounding LGBTQ+ rights and the challenges that continue to shape these protections.