Every attorney in Virginia takes an oath: “I do solemnly swear or affirm that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia.”

Today, in the spirit of that oath, the undersigned Virginia legal organizations join together to reaffirm our unified commitment to:

• The Rule of Law, emphasizing its role in safeguarding our democratic institutions and ensuring equal justice for all;
• Judicial Independence, protecting the judiciary from undue influence and preserving its ability to impartially administer justice; and
• Independence of the Legal Profession, upholding our ethical obligations and ensuring our ability to advocate for our clients without fear of reprisal.

Each of these core principles is essential to maintaining public trust in our institutions and preserving the rights and liberties that define us as a free society.  At this critical moment, we stand united in defense of these enduring values and call upon all members of the legal community to do the same.

Virginia Bar Association
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys
Virginia Women Attorneys Association
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Asian Pacific American Bar Association
Fairfax Bar Association
Norfolk & Portsmouth Bar Association
Augusta County Bar Association