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Category Archives: Volunteer with MSJDN

MSJDNers Raise Over $5,000 For Local Food Banks

As a way to support military families during this pandemic, MSJDN pledged $2,000 to match MSJDNer donations to their local food banks from mid-April through mid-May. MSJDNers responded and quickly donated over $3,000 to their local food banks, triggering...

May 20, 2020 at 4:43 pm Maria Campbell read more

Justice for Military Families Committee Report

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April 1, 2019 at 6:00 am Jenny Boyles read more

Wyoming Enacts New Military Spouse Law Licensing Accommodation

By Kristen Jones, 2018-2019 MSJDN Treasurer-Elect This month we celebrate Wyoming as the 32nd state (and 33rd jurisdiction) to pass a military spouse licensing rule. Effective October 1, 2018, military spouses and domestic partners may apply for admission without...

October 12, 2018 at 9:34 am Jones, Kristen read more

MSJDN Committee Updates

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August 6, 2018 at 7:58 am Jenny Boyles read more

New MSJDN Leadership Announced for 2018-2019

The Military Spouse JD Network is a volunteer-run organization dedicated to supporting military families in the legal profession. An active Board of Directors oversees all of MSJDN’s programs and engagements that are then put into action by our committee leadership. Our...

May 8, 2018 at 10:00 am Katherine Goyette read more

MSJDN Committee Updates

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April 2, 2018 at 8:00 am Jenny Boyles read more

MSJDN Committee Updates

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February 5, 2018 at 8:00 am Jenny Boyles read more

Nominations for the 2018-2019 MSJDN Board of Directors Now Open

Interested in exercising your leadership skills and making a difference for military families? Have you always wanted to work for a non-profit? Consider serving on MSJDN’s Board of Directors and help shape the future of our organization. Nominations for...

February 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Beets, Josie read more

The Military Caregiver Journey: An Opportunity to Lend Support

By Devon Bozard The heart contracts upon hearing the moving stories of spouses and families who find themselves in the position of caregiver to a loved one who has been wounded in service to our country.  These “Hidden Heroes”...

December 4, 2017 at 8:00 am Military Spouse JD Network read more

MSJDN Committee Updates

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December 4, 2017 at 8:00 am Jenny Boyles read more

President’s Letter: The Service of Military Spouse Attorneys

With apologies to our awesome MSJDN Communications team, I’m writing this month’s letter the day before the newsletter goes out because I knew I wouldn’t want to write anything until after the Making the Right Moves conference was over....

October 2, 2017 at 7:00 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Nominations open for 2017 MSJDN Service and Volunteerism Awards

Military Spouse JD Network is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Exceptional Service and Volunteer Service Awards through Friday, August 18th. The Exceptional Service Award recognizes a MSJDN member who exemplifies service to others in the workplace or community....

August 14, 2017 at 8:56 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

President’s Letter – Making MSJDN Work for You

It is my great honor to serve as the President of the Military Spouse JD Network for the 2017-2018 year. Since joining MSJDN in 2012, I’ve been fortunate to meet many amazing military spouse attorneys with compelling stories of...

August 7, 2017 at 8:45 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Karen Scanlan Recognized with 2017 Mary Reding Smith Excellence in Leadership Award

On Sunday, June 11, 2017, during MSJDN’s annual Board retreat weekend at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia, President Libby Jamison presented State Licensing Director and Board Member Karen Scanlan with the Mary Reding Smith Excellence in...

August 7, 2017 at 8:02 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Committee Updates

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June 5, 2017 at 8:00 am Johanna Thibault read more

MSJDN Board Nominations

Interested in exercising your leadership skills? Have you always wanted to work for a non-profit? Please consider serving on MSJDN’s Board so you can help shape the future of our organization. Applications for open positions are due March 10....

February 1, 2017 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

Justice for Military Families Update

The Justice for Military Families team has had a busy month! We have officially begun work on our online library. This library will be a compilation of information sheets, ranging from 1-4 pages each, organized by subject matter and...

February 1, 2017 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

My Story: Navigating the Noncompetitive Program and Switching Practice Areas on the Regular

By Sarah Ford In a household that functions under a norm of constant change, it has been the ultimate obstacle to become a strong attorney. The successful practice of law appears to demand the status quo and an unbreakable...

January 25, 2017 at 9:30 am Ford, Sarah read more

Committee Updates

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December 1, 2016 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

MSJDN Board Members Stay Busy at ABA Annual Meeting

Earlier this month, four members of the Military Spouse JD Network Board of Directors traveled to San Francisco to take part in the American Bar Association’s Annual Meeting. Over the course of a few short but busy days, they spread the...

August 25, 2016 at 9:00 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

MSJDN Webinar Recap: Military Voting Issues and Resources

  by Rachel Sacks Winkler Frequent military moves often complicate many residency issues, including voting. However, there are a number of efforts to support servicemembers and their families exercise this important civic duty on the local, state and national...

July 28, 2016 at 12:07 pm Johanna Thibault read more

Why You Should Share Your Milspouse Attorney Story

I’m sure you’ve explored every nook and cranny of the MSJDN website, right? If not, take a few minutes to check out some of the great resources, including the jobs board, member discounts, past webinars, a document library, and much...

April 1, 2016 at 7:13 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Justice for Military Families: Open Cases

Justice for Military Families is seeking help with the cases listed below. Any assistance that either an MSJDN member can provide, or any referrals to other attorneys that may be able to handle this case on a pro bono...

April 1, 2016 at 7:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

VOLUNTEER! Calling for JMF Committee Members

The Justice for Military Families Pro Bono Program provides attorney military spouses the opportunity to do meaningful legal work as volunteers. JMF works to support TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors), while they support the families of fallen services...

February 1, 2016 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

MSJDN Board Nominations

Interested in exercising your leadership skills? Have you always wanted to work with a non-profit? Please consider applying to serve on MSJDN’s Board and help shape the future of our organization. Nominations are open through March 10. Board leaders are responsible for...

February 1, 2016 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

From the President’s Desk

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February 1, 2016 at 8:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

Call for Volunteers in Arkansas, Connecticut, Michigan, Mississippi

The State Licensing Team is looking for military spouse attorneys and MSJDN members located in or with strong connections to Arkansas, Connecticut, Michigan, and Mississippi to lead state licensing efforts in those states. These are states where we already have...

January 8, 2016 at 9:12 am Beets, Josie read more

Justice for Military Families Pro Bono Program

Catch up with the Justice for Military Families Pro Bono Program! Director – Gabriela Nostro  Pro Bono Coordinator – Sarah Ford Committee Secretary – Amy Rose Intake Coordinators – Jenna Bouchard, Kirsten Gough, Rachel Hsiao, and Tricia Petek    The...

December 1, 2015 at 7:00 am Maryann Menanno read more

Get Involved With MSJDN Through Our State Licensing Committee

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Are you a military spouse attorney or member of the Military Spouse JD Network? The MSJDN State Licensing Committee needs you! Our State Licensing team is looking for volunteers looking...

August 25, 2015 at 12:40 pm Beets, Josie read more

Recap: MSJDN 2015-2016 Strategic Planning

MSJDN’s 2015-2016 leadership team – including the Board of Directors for both MSJDN and the Military Spouse JD Foundation, as well as MSJDN Committee Chairs – met on July 11th and 12th at the historic Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia...

August 3, 2015 at 11:21 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Libby Jamison Awarded MSJDN’s Inaugural Mary Reding Smith Excellence in Leadership Award

On Sunday, July 12, 2015, during MSJDN’s annual Strategic Planning weekend at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia, MSJDN President Eleanor Vuono presented Communications Director and Board Member Libby Jamison with the inaugural Mary Reding Smith Excellence...

July 27, 2015 at 7:33 am Pitzen, Thea read more

Volunteer with Justice for Military Families to Support Surviving Grandparents

By Catherine Stanton Justice for Military Families (JMF) is the MSJDN pro bono initiative that connects military families with legal needs to legal assistance from military spouse attorneys. JMF currently partners with  Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) to provide legal counsel...

May 25, 2015 at 11:11 am Military Spouse JD Network read more

Volunteer Opportunities with MSJDN

Looking for volunteer opportunities? As we kick off the new MSJDN year, we are looking for a few good men and women to continue to grow and develop the organization. Getting involved is a wonderful way to learn new skills...

May 21, 2015 at 1:47 pm Jamison, Elizabeth read more

Board Nominations are Open!

Military Spouse JD Network is now accepting applications for its 2015-2016 Board of Directors. MSJDN currently has one-year and two-year position open on its Board. To be considered for appointment to MSJDN’s Board of Directors, a candidate must (1)...

April 2, 2015 at 7:45 am Reda Hicks read more

MSJDN Member Honored At Ms. JD Conference

On March 5, 2015, MSJDN Member Angelica Kang received the prestigious “Woman of Inspiration” Award from Ms. JD at its “Ms. JD: Stronger Together” conference in San Francisco, California. Angelica is a law student in Fordham University’s evening division...

March 16, 2015 at 7:00 am Wilson, Natalie read more

Serving Guard and Reserve Families

By Rachel Hsiao It was a hot, humid, and muggy summer day when I joined my fiancé Patrick, an active Army Guard Reservist, for my first Family Organization Day (or mandatory fun, as the military likes to call it). ...

December 3, 2014 at 7:00 am Military Spouse JD Network read more

MSJDN Supports Servicemembers and their Families through Virtual Legal Clinic

The Military Spouse JD Network (MSJDN) is a group of military spouse attorneys, founded in 2011 by two military spouses frustrated with the challenges of maintaining a legal career that seemed incompatible with the military lifestyle. They formed MSJDN...

November 10, 2014 at 4:04 pm Jamison, Elizabeth read more

MSJDN Welcomes New State Licensing Chair

Military Spouse J.D. Network is pleased to announce that Kari-Lynn Wenciker has accepted the role as State Licensing Chair. MSJDN’s state licensing initiative is run by a committee of state directors working with teams of volunteers to implement strategic state licensing...

November 3, 2014 at 6:32 pm Jamison, Elizabeth read more

MSJDN Pro Bono Week: MilSpouse Attorney Helps Gold Star Mom Keep an Enduring Legacy for Her Daughter

Every October, the American Bar Association creates an annual national spotlight on pro bono through their Celebrate Pro Bono campaign. Justice for Military Families is part of the national pro bono community; we provide pro bono legal services to the...

October 21, 2014 at 9:00 am Beets, Josie read more

MSJDN Pro Bono Week: Spotlight on Volunteer Opportunities in Advocacy for Immigrant Children

Due to the humanitarian crisis at our Southwestern border, various advocacy organizations are seeking assistance for the thousands of children who have crossed our borders seeking protection, safety, and family who already reside in the United States. From October...

October 20, 2014 at 10:09 am Jamison, Elizabeth read more

MSJDN Communications Team Welcomes New Online Content Editor

The MSJDN Communications Team is thrilled to report that we have a new Online Content Editor. Leigha Landry Wanczowski will oversee work on MSJDN’s blog, and will  also manage the organization’s social media.  Here’s just a little bit about...

August 18, 2014 at 12:41 am Reda Hicks read more

Volunteers Needed for Justice for Military Families Research Project

MSJDN is working on compiling a grandparents visitation rights guide for TAPS. They have asked us for a guide for families of fallen servicemembers. Specifically, we want to address what the law says in each state about a grandparent’s right...

August 18, 2014 at 12:39 am Reda Hicks read more

Help Your Military Community, Volunteer to Provide Pro Bono Legal Help

Are you an attorney licensed in Tennessee, Virginia, New Hampshire, Texas, Delaware, or Massachusetts? We need your help! As part of Justice for Military Families, a pro bono project from the Military Spouse JD Foundation, we’ve partnered with military...

August 13, 2014 at 3:25 pm Beets, Josie read more

MSJDN 2014-2015 Board Nominations are Open

At the MSJDN Annual Reception on May 7, 2014, President Mary Reding passed the MSJDN torch to incoming President Rachel Winkler, our 2014-2015 MSJDN President. Now, MSJDN is accepting applications for open slots on the Board of Directors that...

May 14, 2014 at 10:14 am Reda Hicks read more

MOAA Attains VSO Status, Provides Pro Bono Opportunity for MSJDN Members

Last October, MSJDN announced its partnership with the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) to assist with veterans’ claims. At that time, MOAA was working to attain recognition as a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) through the Department of Veterans’...

February 24, 2014 at 9:39 am Pitzen, Thea read more

Lead with MSJDN: Apply to Volunteer by Nov. 30

MSJDN is excited to introduce the following leadership opportunities within the organization. Applications will be accepted until November 30, 2013. Please send your applications, or any questions, to Rachel.Winkler@msjdn.org. Programs Director: MSJDN is seeking a Programs Director to chair our Programs Committee...

November 20, 2013 at 1:58 pm Beets, Josie read more

MSJDN Partners with MOAA Veterans’ Claims Assistance: Call for Pro Bono Attorneys!

MSJDN is excited to announce that we will be working with the Military Officers Association of America’s (MOAA) Veterans Service Office Program in their efforts to assist with veterans’ claims.  Throughout the country, there are many Veterans Service Organizations...

October 10, 2013 at 1:42 pm Pitzen, Thea read more

Join MSJDN’s Writer’s Corps–Apply TODAY!

Do you have a passion for research and writing? Do you love covering current events? Do you have an eye for editing? Then YOU might be just what we are looking for! MSJDN is expanding its editorial team! We...

July 9, 2013 at 8:54 pm Reda Hicks read more

Campaign Continues to Defeat Harmful MilSpouse Employment Bill

Yesterday, we launched our campaign to defeat California Assembly Bill 296, a bill that claims to help military spouse attorneys but Actually creates a harmful precedent for the largest military-populated state. You yelled, you screamed, you shared with your...

June 25, 2013 at 12:11 pm Beets, Josie read more

Open positions with MSJDN, deadline to apply this Friday

MSJDN is seeking volunteers to fill three open positions in the organization. Governance Director: Board member. Regularly review and update the board’s statement of roles and areas of responsibility, and define expectations from individual board members. Assists the board in formation...

January 13, 2013 at 6:00 pm Beets, Josie read more

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