Events
Webinar Replay: Estate Planning and Divorce
0.75 Hours MCLE; 0.75 Legal Specialization in Estate Planning; Trust & Probate Law; 0.75 Legal Specialization in Family Law. Details the effects of marriage and divorce on estate plans executed prior to change in status. Deals with limitations on planning under Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders; effects of dissolution judgment on provisions for former spouse under…
Webinar: Hot Topics in Family Law Appeals and Writs
We will address the hottest topics in Family Law appeals and writs, including the right to present live testimony at hearings; expansion of what constitutes domestic violence; pros and cons of OAs via Blue Jean; due process issues of virtual trials and hearings (including DVPO); how to choose whether an appeal or writ is the better option; how to conquer the incredibly short time limits on filing writs; and best practices to get writ petitions heard on their merits.
Webinar: Substance Abuse and the Practice of Law
In this compelling presentation, you will learn about the harmful physical and mental effects of alcohol and drug abuse and addiction. How do we recognize use and abuse of alcohol and other substances?
Webinar: State of the Orange County Superior Court Address by Presiding Judge Kirk Nakamura
There are many changes taking place at the Orange County Superior Court. During the State of Court address, Presiding Judge Kirk Nakamura will discuss changes that have occurred, are taking place, and are planned for the future, including technological, personnel, and budget changes, which may impact your representation of clients before the Orange County Superior Court.
Webinar: Key Supreme Court Environmental Decisions in 2019-2020 and Anticipated Trends
The 2019-2020 U.S. Supreme Court term was an active one in the environmental area, with cases involving the Clean Water Act, Superfund sites, pipelines, and more. How will the Supreme Court 2019-2020 term shape environmental jurisprudence and what can we learn from the recent decisions as to how the justices might approach future environmental cases?
The State of the Court Meeting with San Mateo County Court Leadership
Please join the San Mateo County Superior Court and the San Mateo County Bar Association for a presentation by Honorable Jonathan Karesh, Presiding Judge, Honorable Leland Davis III, Assistant Presiding Judge, and Honorable Nancy Fineman, Civil Law & Motion Judge for a state of the court address.
Environmental Law Section Book Club – Red Mars: Book 1 Of The Mars Trilogy
We invite ELS members to read and discuss the first book in the trilogy: Red Mars (1992). What environmental and political lessons can be learned here, and what role (if any) does this type of work have in addressing real environmental concerns today?
Webinar: Law Student: Networking & Finding a Job During COVID-19
Calling all law students! Come join us for fun and discussion with some of California’s best antitrust and privacy lawyers. You will get to network and discuss various topics in an informal “break-out room” setting.
Accessing Police Discipline Files
With recent attention on police accountability, criminal law and employment law practitioners discuss the opaque process for accessing police officer personnel records for use in criminal and civil cases, as well as disciplinary proceedings.
Webinar: Selling Your Services: How to Attract Clients But Avoid Discipline
In a world where “word of mouth” and “personal contacts” in finding the right lawyer is reduced in importance, it is critical that lawyers know how to advertise their skills effectively, yet ethically.
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.