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SECTION UPDATE PUBLIC INTEREST LAW The Public Interest Law Section is starting off the fall with a series of exciting events. This group is dedicated to furthering the practice and perception of law, with a focus on public interest law. As such, PILS regularly hosts educational programs, out- reach and networking initiatives, and community service opportunities. We welcome all lawyers with an interest in equal access to justice for impover- ished people. This fall we will be visiting local law schools to discuss public interest careers. Get Out the Vote Events: In September, the PILS organized a group of at- torneys to engage in voter registration on National Voter Registration Day. PILS reminded Georgians that they need to register by Tuesday, Tuesday, October 6, by mail, or October 9, in person, for the November 6, 2018 election. intimate dinner and conversation with attorney Stephen B. Bright at Glenn’s Kitchen. The dinner was a rare opportunity to engage with the legendary litigator, professor, author, and advocate. *** Most of the Public Interest Law Section events are open to the legal community; however, PILS Mem- bers enjoy discounted or free admission to many events. Please consider joining our section today or sponsoring one of our events! Membership for individuals is only $10.00 per year; law firms can join for $500.00 per firm. Laura Rashidi-Yazd Atlanta Legal Aid Society Dinner Series with Stephen B. Bright, Founder of the Southern Center for Human Rights: On November 8th, the PILS section hosted an Contact Amy Schlossberg [email protected] to join! The Official News Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association THE ATLANTA LAWYER 39