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Racial Equity Series: Managing Microaggressions in the Workplace
The panelists will share their knowledge and expertise on how to deal with microaggressions in the workplace including the courtroom. Come to learn, engage in the conversation, and keep the work moving forward.
Hidden History: WWII Rendition of Japanese Latin Americans
This event will explore the long-hidden WWII program of kidnapping, indefinite incarceration, and hostage exchange of Japanese Latin Americans. Over 2,200 immigrant residents and citizens of Japanese ancestry from 13 Latin American countries were imprisoned in US concentration camps, with over 800 people deported to Japan for hostage exchanges.
Wellness Wednesday: #WellbeingWeekInLaw & Mental Health
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.
More Than Meets the Eye: How Gender and Sex Intersect with Radicalized Violence Against Asian Americans
Anti-Asian violence is not new -- it has permeated the entire history of Asians in the U.S. But the wave of anti-Asian violence during the past year has found Asian American women in the bulls-eye, including the horrific shootings in Atlanta.
Roots of Racism: Part 1, Our Black Communities
Systemic racism -- sometimes called institutional or structural racism -- can be defined as a form of racism woven into society through laws and institutions that treat people differently based on race, contributing to perpetual inequalities in power, wealth, education, medical care, housing, dignity, and opportunity.
Wellness Wednesday: Support for Newer Attorneys
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.
I’ve Submitted. Now What? The Judicial Vetting Process
A webinar about the vetting process for judicial appointment applications.
Solo and Small Firm Summit 2021
Inspired by attorneys who are in a solo and small firm practice, this annual 2-day event brings together a community of solo and small firm practitioners to learn and connect.
Webinar: Joint Representation and Advance Waivers-Issues to Consider
Joint representation and advance waivers are topics that increasingly arise, either because there are different attorneys from the same firm working on the same matter with different parties or because the clients have requested joint representation.
Reset, Recover, Renew: Wellness Strategies for Legal Professionals in the New Normal
Attendees will learn about: (1) Exploring what causes legal professionals to suffer from substance use and mental health issues; (2) Overcoming the stigma of substance use and mental health challenges to maintain attorney competence; (3) Developing a self-care plan during these challenging times; and (4) Learning about wellness strategies, the Lawyer Assistance Program, and other resources to maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
We are committed to accessibility! Virtual events are equipped with closed captioning. To request an in-person accommodation, send us a note at accessibility@calawyers.org or contact us at 916-516-1760 for assistance.