The Municipal Courts Committee of the Philadelphia Bar Association is hosting a virtual presentation entitled Pathways to Justice: Municipal Court Diversion, Problem-Solving Courts, and Resource Hub on May 13, 2025 from 2:00 Pm-3:00 PM Eastern.

This CLE program will explore the evolving role of municipal courts in supporting justice-involved individuals through diversion programs, problem-solving courts, and a dedicated resource hub. Panelists will highlight how these approaches address underlying challenges such as mental health, substance use, and housing instability, helping individuals move toward long-term stability. Panelists will also cover collaborative partnerships and practical strategies to improve participant outcomes and reduce recidivism.

Gain valuable insight into how innovative court models are transforming the justice system and learn how to connect individuals to critical resources at every stage of their legal journey.

Panelists:

Hon. Frank Brady
DUITC and PTC Judge
Philadelphia Municipal Court
First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

Hon. Henry Lewandowski
AMP Judge
Philadelphia Municipal Court
First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

Hon. David Shuter
Veterans Court and MHC Judge
Philadelphia Municipal Court
First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

Lesha Sanders, MSS
Chief, Problem-Solving Courts
Philadelphia Municipal Court
First Judicial District of Pennsylvania

Event Rates

CLE/CJE Registration_1
$50.00  Member Attorney
$40.00  Member - Government/Judicial/ Court Reporter/Paralegal
$25.00  Member - Legal Services & Public Interest
$15.00  Member - Law Student
$70.00  Non-Members
$55.00  Non-Member - Government/Judicial/ Court Reporter/Paralegal
$35.00  Non-Member - Legal Services & Public Interest
$20.00  Non-Member - Law Student; Philadelphia Bar Staff

NO CLE/CJE Credit_NO Course Materials
$15.00  Member for NO Credit
$20.00  Non-Member for NO Credit; Philadelphia Bar Staff - NO Credit