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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
Webinar: From Lawyer to Advocate: Personal Stories and Practical Tools for Supporting Oneself and Loved Ones
This program will: Discuss the prevalence of substance use disorders and mental health issues among attorneys and legal professionals.
Webinar: The Robots Are Coming! Ethical Implications of Generative AI in Legal Practice
Lawyers increasingly use artificial intelligence in the practice of law.  The ethical implications range from the risks to the lawyer’s duty of competence, the need to protect confidentiality of client information, and the importance of maintaining effective supervision, not to mention the ethical rules governing legal fees and other issues.  An experience ethics lawyer will discuss the uses of AI in legal practice, how the ethical rules apply, and case studies where lawyers made mistakes or committed misconduct leading to liability, sanctions and discipline.
Webinar: How to Stop Hating the Law: A Mental Health Lesson for Lawyers
Many lawyers find the practice of law intolerable. It’s simply stinks. “So why don’t you leave it,” they say. “Why not find another job?” Well, they don’t know what they’re talking about. For most lawyers, switching careers simply isn’t an option. We have bills to pay and mouths to feed. The only answer is to find some way to make it tolerable. Stuart Teicher wrote a book that’s designed to do just that
Free Webinar: Financial Planning and Market Outlook for 2025
As we close out 2024 and look ahead to 2025, it's essential to understand the evolving financial landscape and prepare strategically for the year ahead. Join us for an insightful webinar where our experts will provide valuable updates.Â
A Call to Collaborate with La Raza Bar Associations
Note: Seating is limited Scott's Seafood Grill & BarJack London Square2 BroadwayOakland, CA 94607 California Lawyers Association (CLA) wants to work with you to increase the population of Hispanic and Latino/Latina lawyers in California and amplify their voices. CLA is partnering with the East Bay and San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Associations to encourage you…
Webinar: Practicing Law in the Cannabis and Hemp Space in California
This program will offer an inside look at the practice of law here in California in service of clients in the cannabis and hemp industries. Moderated by New Lawyers Section Member Daniel Cheung, panelists will provide an overview of cannabis and hemp legal concepts and issues for California lawyers to keep front-of-mind, as well as details on recent cannabis and hemp legislative and regulatory developments.
Webinar: Take My Law School Ethics Exam, Episode #2
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
Free Webinar: Heart of the Matter: Balancing Law & Life to Prevent Lawyers from Becoming a Victim of the #1 Killer
Join Jennifer for this exciting heart health lecture for lawyers that will focus on the unique stressors and lifestyle factors that contribute to cardiovascular risk. Emphasizing the importance of managing work-related stress, maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and monitoring key health indicators like blood pressure and cholesterol, the lecture would provide practical strategies to promote long-term heart health. By addressing the specific demands of legal work—such as long hours, sedentary behavior, and high-stakes decision-making—the session would aim to equip lawyers with the knowledge to prioritize their cardiovascular well-being while managing their professional responsibilities.
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.