Free event! No MCLE. Presented by the Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach Committee

Visibility Through Publications Webinar series, presented by the Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach Committee aims to encourage members of the legal community to participate in publications by demystifying the process, providing helpful tips, and demonstrating how they stand to benefit from being published. In the second topic of this series, we will discuss What to Write About. Finding the right topic to write about can be challenging, but it is crucial for creating impactful and engaging legal publications. This webinar will explore strategies for selecting topics that resonate with your target audience and align with your expertise and professional goals. By the end of this webinar, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to select compelling topics for your publications that not only engage your audience but also advance your professional goals.

Speaker: Michael Andrew Iseri

Michael Iseri is a dedicated attorney, cybersecurity & a.i. specialist, and software engineer with deep-seated expertise in motions, litigation, research, and integrating new technology and system flows. Michael earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where he was a Research Editor of the UCI Law Review, a Clinic Researcher for the International Human Rights Clinic, and a Public Interest Fellow.

Michael’s innovative approach combines traditional legal acumen with cutting-edge technological strategies. His involvement with the California Lawyers Association, the State Bar of California, and the American Bar Association’s Litigation Section showcases his legal leadership with numerous presentations and publications on A.I., legal cybersecurity, and diversity initiatives. His most notable roles include Committee of Bar Examiners for the State Bar of California as a California Supreme Court appointee [creating the California Bar Exam]; Privacy Law Group for the State Bar of California [creating the new data privacy license for California attorneys]; DEI Committee for California Lawyers Association; Executive Committee for California Young Lawyers Association; Justice for All (formerly Access to Justice) for American Bar Association; ABA Technology and Information Systems Committee; Young Lawyers Leaders for American Bar Association’s Litigation Section; and ABA Southern California Delegate & FEMA Coordinator.

Outside of legal practice, Michael dedicates his time to programming “Esq. A.I.,” a fully voiced legal A.I. in 65 languages, and a fully voiced map system listing homeless and natural disaster resources throughout California. He also has a personal passion for mentoring other individuals with disabilities, stemming from his experiences with an inability to speak until the third grade and surviving a high school shooting where he was shot in the head.