Purpose

To study the concerns of Texas lawyers with disabilities, as well as clients and members of the public, and make recommendations to the State Bar Board of Directors concerning ways in which the role of people with disabilities in Texas can be enhanced by improvement in programs and initiatives sponsored by the State Bar.

2020-2021 Projects and Objectives

• Consider producing materials on bar exam accommodations

• Produce a CLE on the responsibilities of attorneys regarding disability accommodations with TexasBarCLE

• Continue to invite guest speakers to committee meetings to research and develop new ideas

Chair
Sashikala Nisankarao
Pearland, TX
(713) 797-7139

Vice Chair
Daphne Silverman
Austin, TX
(512) 975-5880

Staff Contact
Emilee Rochester
State Bar of Texas
Austin, TX
(512) 427-1517