News

Interested in Joining the PACDL Board of Directors?

Applications for board membership are available starting November 1. All applications submitted this fall will be reviewed by the Governance Committee, and new board members will be elected by the membership at the Annual Membership Meeting scheduled for April 2026 at the Harrisburg Hilton. To learn more about board service and responsibilities, visit the About tab on our website.The board member application form is available at this link.

PACDL is Accepting Award Nominations for Exceptional Criminal Defense Lawyers 

Do you know a PACDL member who goes above and beyond in their commitment to criminal defense, justice, or service to the profession? Help us recognize their outstanding contributions! Nominations are now open for PACDL’s 2026 Awards, which will be presented at the Annual Conference in April.

Submit your nominations by January 15, 2026 using the online form. More information, including award descriptions and eligibility, can be found under the Member tab on the PACDL website.

Notice of 2026 PACDL Annual Membership Meeting

The 2026 Annual Membership Meeting of PACDL will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 12:45 p.m. The meeting will be conducted for the following purposes: election of officers, consideration of the legislative platform, review and approval of any proposed bylaw changes, and any other business that may come before the membership. All members are encouraged to attend and participate in shaping the future of PACDL.