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Wellness Wednesday: Essentials of Walking
Join health and walking expert Jacki Elledge to learn about body mechanics, safety, and overall preparation for the CLA Wellness Walking Challenge which begins on August 1.
The Judicial Appointment Process: What You Need to Know – A Special Program for the Central Valley
Diversifying the profession and our bench is critical for all Californians. Hear from the Governor’s Deputy Judicial Appointments Secretary, the new Chair of the Judicial Nomination Evaluation Committee, sitting judges and a member of the local joint Judicial Selection Advisory Committee about the judicial appointments process and how to plan your path to the bench.
CLA Wellness Walking Challenge
Presented by the CLA Health and Wellness Committee Take the steps towards better health this summer through the CLA Wellness Walking Challenge! Studies have proven that there are many benefits of walking including reduced risk for ailments like heart disease, diabetes, and depression (just to name a few). So join us this summer for a…
Talk and Walk: Guided Walk
Join us for a guided walk with fitness instructor and master coach, Jacki Elledge, as we embark on our walking challenge. Jacki will guide us while we walk through stretching, breathing, posture and incremental pacing.
Judicial Diversity Yesterday: A Fireside Chat
In 2006, the first Judicial Diversity Summit was held to assess and increase the diversity of California’s bench. Fifteen years later, the Summit continues to provide opportunities to develop effective strategies so that the bench meaningfully represents and reflects the rich diversity of Californians. This session will provide a history of our collaborative efforts to…
Talk and Walk: Show and Tell
“Where are you?” This week we are going to walk and show our fellow walkers our walking spots. Are you near a beach, trees, a California landmark or just have a favorite spot to show us on your walk? Introduce yourself, tell us where you are from, and show us your view!
Judicial Mentoring: Inside and Out
Want to know how you can get involved in a mentoring program to assist attorneys from diverse backgrounds to become judges? This session will provide an overview of judicial mentoring programs and opportunities for judges and attorneys across the state, both inside the courts and out in the communities they serve.
Affinity Judicial Associations: What are they, and what are they doing to increase diversity on the bench?
In 2020, California’s affinity judicial associations joined together to create the California Affinity Judicial Association Coalition (CAJAC). This workshop will explore the work being undertaken by CAJAC and each affinity association to build networks, provide education, and increase diversity in the judiciary. Speakers will discuss topics including mentorship programs; the vetting process for state and…
Wellness Wednesday: Fighting America’s #1 Killer Among Kids & Adults with Delicious Food
In 2021 you can count on the Health and Wellness Committee on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for programming and activities focused on the wellbeing of our members and the legal community. The time of these events may vary from one month to the next as will the topic and types of activities.
Lessons from the 2021 California Legal Trends Report
During the COVID-19 pandemic, attorneys have been working tirelessly to adapt to a “new normal”—from juggling family responsibilities to managing their practices and keeping up with case law.
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