American Bar Association Advocates for Military Spouse Attorneys’ Flexibility in Licensure


In August, the American Bar Association’s policymaking body passed a resolution urging state supreme courts and bar associations to accommodate the unique needs of military spouse attorneys who frequently relocate to support the nation’s defense. This move addresses a significant challenge faced by legal professionals like Nicolle Vasquez Del Favero, who, after graduating from Northeastern University School of Law in 2014, moved to Hawaii for a prestigious fellowship. The resolution aims to create a more flexible environment for these attorneys, balancing their career aspirations with their family obligations. For further insights, Law360 Pulse provides interviews with members of the group that significantly pushed this issue to the forefront.