Bench-Bar Committee

The Bench-Bar Committee has general advisory and liaison roles with respect to the operation of the court , among other things: (1) Provides a forum for the continuous study of the operating procedures of the court; (2) serves as liaison among the court, its bar and the public; (3) studies considers and recommends the adoption, amendment or rescission of the Rules of Practice of the court; (4) studies and promote a continuing legal education program; and (5) provides reports and recommendations as directed by the court. See D. Kan. Rule 77.6

MEMBERS

Disciplinary Panel

The Disciplinary Panel has general supervision over all proceedings involving the disbarment, suspension, censure or other discipline of lawyers practicing in this court or the alleged physical or mental disability of lawyers. See D. Kan. Rule 83.6.2

MEMBERS

CJA Panel Selection Committee

The CJA Panel Selection Committees set the size of the panels and consider applications for membership on the CJA Panels for each city, The committees select the attorneys who appear best qualified to serve on the Panel for three-year terms. See District of Kansas CJA Plan.