The Color of Justice Event will be held from 9:30 -2:30 on March 23, 2019, at the Circuit Court of Fairfax County, 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030.  This event is hosted by the Fairfax Bar Association and co-sponsors, Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia, Northern Virginia Black Attorney's Association, and Virginia Women Attorney's Association. The event includes: 

Mock Trial  - During the program student participants will have the change to play the role of a juror in a mock trial presented at the Fairfax Circuit Court by real attorneys and judges. After reaching a verdict, the student jurors will share their observations in small groups and listen to a panel of judge discuss the trial. These activities provide an exclusive opportunity for students to learn about the challenges and rewards of a career in law. After sharing their conclusions and hearing from guest speakers, students will have a chance to discuss the day's proceedings with attorneys and judges over a complimentary lunch. 

To RSVP to attend or to obtain additional information about this event please contact Mary C. Huff at (703) 279-7217 or [email protected].

Optional Essay Contest (entries due Feb 28)  - Students who participate in the Mock Trial portion of the program are also invited to submit entries (to be reviewed and judged by a panel of local attorneys based on a numerical scoring system).  Essay Contest topic is: 

"What effects do you believe the United States' current immigration policy has had on the country?" What changes, if any, would you propose to the United States' immigration policy moving forward? Provide your reasoning and how it's feasible for our country." 

The deadline for essay submissions is February 28, 2019, by 11:59 p.m. Essay submissions are limited in length to four double spaced pages in 12 pt Times New Roman or Courier font.  Winners will be announced at the Color of Justice event. Winners must be present to receive their prize. Contest prizes will be awarded at the following levels:

• First Place Winner $350 
• Second Place Winner $250
• Third Place Winner $200

Essay Submissions must be sent to Nicole Grejda at [email protected] by 11:59 PM on February 28, 2019