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Litigation

Free Webinar: From Life as a Lawyer to Life as a Judge to Life as a Neutral

Free Event! Self-Study Credit offered. 1 Hour MCLE The purpose of the webinar is to educate lawyers on the path from lawyer to judge to neutral and the challenges faced in the transitions. Learning Objectives: Speakers: Hon. Monica Bachner and Hon. Amy D. Hogue Hon. Monica Bachner (Ret.) is a mediator, arbitrator and private judge…

Litigation

Free Webinar: “New Regulation of the ADR Process in California: An Interview with Senator Tom Umberg on the Aims and Workings of SB 940”

1 Hour MCLE. Self-Study Credit offered. Free Event! California's new SB 940 will take effect on January 1, 2025, and it promises to make significant changes in the practice of ADR in California--raising concerns from arbitrators, mediators, and provider institutions.  This program--an in-depth interview of Senator Tom Umberg, the sponsor of the legislation--will shed light on…

Litigation

Webinar: Civility in the Legal Profession: Civility for Arbitration Practitioners

1 Participatory MCLE Credits; 1 Civility in the Legal Profession This program for litigation counsel, corporate counsel and arbitrators meets the new California CLE Civility requirement. The program will address ethical guidelines and practices with respect to civility among arbitration practitioners, including the link between civility and bias, incivility directed at opposing parties, and incivility…

Litigation

Webinar: ADR Legislative and Case-Law Update

1 Participatory MCLE Credits The speakers will provide synopses of significant ADR cases decided and legislation introduced during 2024. Non-Member Price: $93.75Member Price: $68.75 Speakers: James R. Madison and Paul Dubow Moderator: Marcus S. Quintanilla Paul Dubow was trained as an arbitrator in 1972 and as a mediator in 1994, becoming a full-time neutral in…

Conference | Litigation

California International Arbitration Week  

Join us for a week of insightful discussions, expert panels, and networking opportunities focused on the latest trends and best practices in international arbitration.

California Lawyers Association | Litigation

Free Webinar: Project of Gender Equality in 2025

March is Women’s History Month.  This panel will celebrate women’s rights and provide education on how a changing political landscape directly impacts women’s rights.  The panel will cover women’s reproductive rights, women’s constitutional rights, and cover racial disparities.

Litigation

Webinar: Navigating Cannabis Law and Arbitration: Real-World Challenges

1 Participatory MCLE Credits; 1 Civility in the Legal Profession This program explores the current state of cannabis laws at federal and state levels, the role of arbitration in cannabis-related disputes, and real-world challenges faced by parties and arbitrators. It also explores what counsel seek in arbitrators and offers specific case scenarios. Non-Member: $55CLA Member:…

Conference | Litigation

2025 Litigation and Appellate Summit

This year's conference will be held in San Francisco at the Grand Hyatt San Francisco, 345 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108.

Litigation

Webinar: Joint Sessions – Mediation

During a mediation, how and when the mediator conducts joint sessions. How joint sessions fit into the participation in a mediation session.

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.

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