Events and Programs
The Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section organizes and sponsors many programs and events. This includes Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit opportunities, co-sponsorships of programs with other bar associations and law schools, the annual Golden State Institute, and the annual Celebrating Women in Competition Law program.
Upcoming Events
Webinar: Tools for Safeguarding Trustees
This webinar will explore, from a litigation perspective, the practical tools and strategies available for mitigating the risk of litigation and liability surrounding fiduciary decision making.
Webinar: Behind the Scenes at the ICDR: Institutional Highlights, Case Management, and Key Personnel
A comprehensive overview of the ICDR—the international division of the AAA. Meet the ICDR team, gain insights into ICDR case-management practices, and learn when the ICDR may be ideal for arbitrations in the U.S. and abroad.
Webinar: Wildfires! The Landscape of Liability and the Real-life Ramifications of These Tragic Events
Wildfires dominate national headlines, from the Thomas Fire in 2017 (and the resulting Montecito Mudslide) to the Lahaina Fire in 2023, and most recently, the Palisades and Eaton Fires of last month.
Free Webinar: Antitrust 101: Trial-Minded Antitrust Discovery
Free Webinar: Networking 101: Connect with Confidence at Yosemite…and Beyond
The annual Environmental Law Conference at Yosemite is just around the corner. It will bring a variety of opportunities to connect –including networking receptions, group hikes, and informal interactions.
Webinar: Got Technical Character? Latest EPO Guidelines and Caselaw for Patenting AI and Software Inventions Before the EPO
A presentation from EPO lawyer Magdalena Kolasa and Patent Examiner Emmanouil Rovilos, followed by a conversation with our Moderator to teach US practitioners about patenting software and AI inventions in the EPO.
Privacy + AI Lab
This immersive, full-day conference is designed for high-level privacy law professionals. Set at the prestigious UC Berkeley Faculty Club, nestled in the heart of the beautiful UC Berkeley campus, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage in advanced privacy law topics.
CLA In-House Counsel Conference
Join us for the highly anticipated California Lawyers Association (CLA) In-House Counsel Conference, an exceptional gathering tailored specifically for in-house legal professionals.Â
Webinar: Overview of IP Litigation in Europe
This program will provide the audience with an overview of the structure of intellectual property litigation in Europe.
CLA/Milan Bar International Law Conference
Join our trip to Milan and Lake Como, Italy on October 15 through 18th, 2025. Enjoy fantastic Italian food and wine while networking with international attorneys! You don't want to miss this unforgettable trip of a lifetime.
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.
Recap of Recent Events
- 2023 UCL Institute – January 12, 2023 in Los Angeles
- 2022 Golden State Institute and Antitrust Lawyer of the Year – November 2022 in San Francisco