Upcoming Events

Blair County was founded on February 26, 1846 out of portions of Huntingdon and Bedford counties.  It was named for the Blair family that settled in the area in 1755.  Hollidaysburg is the County Seat and the location of the Courthouse.  Blair County’s local courts comprise Pennsylvania’s 24th Judicial District.  The Blair County Courthouse currently houses six judges with staff as well as the county’s row offices.  Blair County has an active legal community that is fostered by the Blair County Bar Association.

Mission Statement:

Our Mission is to promote the cause of justice by serving our members, our courts, and our community.

We shall advocate high standards of civility, professionalism, and ethical conduct, encourage fellowship and collegiality among our members, and honor our stewardship of the history and traditions of the organization.

We shall facilitate the efficient administration of justice, support the independence of the judiciary, and foster respect for and public understanding of our legal system.

And we shall champion meaningful access to justice for all individuals in our community.

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Meet the Candidates

The Blair County Bar Association is sponsoring a “Meet the Candidates” event, open to the public, on May 7, 2013 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm at the Blair County Courthouse, Jury Assembly Room, 423 Allegheny Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648. The three candidates running for Blair County Court of Common Pleas, David P. Andrews, Esquire, Wade A. Kagarise, Esquire, and Fred B. Miller, Esquire, will introduce themselves, followed by an opportunity for the public to meet and interact with the candidates. Refreshments will be provided by the Blair County Bar Association. Any questions about the event may be directed to the Blair County Bar Association at 814-693-3090.