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YLS United States Supreme Court Admissions Program 2012

- Location -
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
518.487.5591

Sponsored by the
New York State Bar Association
Young Lawyers Section

June 10–11, 2012

To qualify for admission to the bar of the United States Supreme Court, you must have been admitted to practice in the highest court of a State, Commonwealth, Territory, Possession or the District of Columbia since at least June 10, 2009. 

Tentative Schedule of Events:

Sunday, June 10, 2012

3:00-5:00 PM              Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee Meeting (All Welcome)

5:00-6:00 PM              Meeting Registration at the Hyatt Regency Washington

5:30-6:30 PM              Welcoming Reception, Thornton Room, Hyatt Regency Washington

6:30-9:00 PM              Group Dinner, Thornton Room, Hyatt Regency Washington
Special Guest Speaker: William K. Suter, Clerk of the Supreme Court of the United States

Monday, June 11, 2012

7:15 AM                      Walk to Supreme Court (about an 8 minute walk)

7:40 AM                      Meet on Courthouse steps for group photo

8:00 AM                      Security Checkpoint

8:15 AM                      Continental Breakfast at Supreme Court

9:00 AM                      Guests escorted to Courtroom

9:15 AM                      Admittees escorted to Courtroom

10:00-11:00 AM          Admission Ceremony

11:30 AM                    Champagne Brunch at the Hyatt Regency Washington

Program Particulars:

The admissions program is limited to 50 applicants, so early completion and submission of your application
is strongly advised.

After you submit your pre-registration form (due no later than December 23, 2011) and appropriate pre-registration fee(s), you will receive, in mid-January, a complete packet of instructions, formal application form, personal history sheet and list of sponsors in your area with whom you must meet.

The Hyatt Regency Washington will be our headquarters for this program. The Hyatt Regency Washington is conveniently located within walking distance to most points of interest, including the United States Supreme Court.

Room reservations must be made in advance directly with The Hyatt Regency Washington. You may make the reservation directly at 800.233.1234, or at www.hyattregencywashington.com. Be sure to use the group name: New York State Bar Association. Room rates are $230.00 per night.

Pre-Registration Activity Deposit

The registration fees cover the processing fees, Welcome Reception and Dinner, continental breakfast at the Supreme Court and the champagne brunch immediately following the admissions ceremony.

$350.00 - Attorney Applicant Registration Fee           $350.00 - Spouse/Guest Registration Fee

Supreme Court Fee

The above noted pre-registration fee does not include the Supreme Court admission fee of $200. This fee is due with your application, no later than March 9, 2012.

Registration fees do not include hotel accommodations. Reservations must be made directly with The Hyatt Regency Washington.

Guests at the Supreme Court Admissions Ceremony

It is a rule of the United States Supreme Court that only one guest per admittee will be allowed into the courtroom to observe the ceremony. This policy is strictly enforced. Electronic devices, purses, bags or backpacks are absolutely not allowed. Should you bring a camera, you will be required to leave it in the holding room during the ceremony. Children under six years of age will not be admitted in the courtroom.

Those who are not staying at The Hyatt Regency Washington must plan to arrive at the United States Supreme Court no later than 7:45 AM on Monday morning.

Final Deadline Date

After you receive the application packet in January, your application for admission must reach the Bar Center in Albany by March 9, 2012. This is a firm date due to the strict requirements of the United States Supreme Court.

Cancellations and Refunds

Refund of registration fee(s) will not be honored after May 9, 2012.

Pre-registration form

Program Brochure

Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities:
NYSBA welcomes participation by individuals with disabilities. NYSBA is committed to complying with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination against individuals on the basis of disability in the full and equal enjoyment of its goods, services, programs, activities, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations. To request auxiliary aids or services or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact the New York State Bar Association at 800-582-2452 or tbardwell@nysba.org.