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Free Webinar: The History and Future of Judicial DiversityÂ
In 2000, the California State Bar released a twenty-year projection that found as the population of California would become more diverse, the demographic make-up for attorneys and judges was projected to be less diverse. As a result, numerous pipeline projects were initiated, and the state held its first Judicial Diversity Summit in 2006. Since that time, strides
DECONSTRUCTING THE NOVEMBER 2024 BALLOT: AN EXAMINATION OF THE STATEWIDE PROPOSITIONS
Join a law professor with expertise in politics, government, and the initiative process and an attorney who specializes in ballot measure campaigns for an in-depth analysis of the impact of changes to the law that would be made by the propositions; legal and political issues surrounding the ballot measures; California’s initiative and referendum process; the interplay with the Legislature; supporters and opponents; major sources of funding; and the strategies behind ballot measure campaigns.
Webinar: Living Out Loud Through Social Media—Ethical Challenges for Attorneys
Attorney marketing through social media is expected as attorneys work to build relationships and value.  Commenting on “hot topics” in the law through Linked in, X, Facebook can help enhance an Attorney’s brand and reputation.  But there are ethical issues related to client confidentiality, candor to the court, contact with the court and jurors, trial publicity, communication about attorney’s services, advertising and soliciting potential clients that need to be considered. Â
Visibility Through Publications Webinar Series: What to Write About
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…
Webinar: Financial Fitness – How Ensuring Your Firm’s Finances are In Order Contributes to Mental Health
Lawyers in small firms are besieged by court deadlines and client demands, as well as the necessity of creating a continuous stream of business. On top of these pressures, lawyers have to contend with the administrative requirements for running a law firm, including ensuring properly accounting for entrusted funds, meeting payroll and facing the inevitable cash crunches.
Free Webinar: Defending Diversity in Education
Please join us to hear esteemed scholar Professor Rachel Moran of Texas A&M University School of Law discuss developments in education litigation since the US Supreme Court struck-down the use of race in college admissions last year. How can universities
Webinar: Take My Law School Ethics Exam
Do you still have it? Do you think you’ll be able to see the issues in a typical law school exam? Stuart Teicher (the CLE Performer) teaches professional responsibility in law school and he’s going to walk you through one of the exams he recently gave his students (don’t worry — you don’t really have to take the exam if you don’t want to…you can just listen to him talk about it).Â
Webinar: Ethical Obligations in Hiring and Training Staff
Lawyers must ensure their nonlawyer staff acts consistently with the lawyer’s professional obligations. This starts with hiring and avoiding conflicts of interest and continues throughout employment. This program will elaborate on lawyers’ obligations in hiring and training nonlawyer staff appropriately, with a focus on confidentiality, conflicts, and marketing. Â
Disability Inclusivity Bar Association of Sacramento Happy Hour
Join DIBAS for a Happy Hour in Celebration! Director of the California Department of Rehabilitation Joe Xavier will deliver remarks on the importance of recognizing National Disability Employment Month. Director Xavier has a profound understanding of the barriers people with disabilities face on their path to meaningful employment. The DOR strives to equip each of their clients with the tools to attain employment, achieve independence, and realize equality. For five decades, the
Free Webinar: Navigating Client Relationships: Boundaries & Best Practices in Family Law
Family law can be extremely rewarding yet entirely unforgiving, depending on what type of client happens to walk through your door. In addition to being a stressful and anxiety-riddled and hectic field, family law also often robs us of our own well-being as attorneys. Â Sometimes, having empathy in our field works a disservice for us, which is why so many in our area of law become burnt out and seek to pivot from family law altogether. But, there are ways to mitigate this and makes things easier on yourself and your staff!
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