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: The Path to Antitrust: A Panel for Law Students and Young Attorneys from Diverse Backgrounds
Join us for an engaging and insightful career panel hosted by the California Lawyers Association Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section’s Diversity Committee.
Webinar: How to Maximize Settlements in Mediation: Mistakes to Avoid and Strategies That Work
Learn how to avoid common mediation mistakes and apply proven strategies to improve outcomes and maximize settlement opportunities for your clients.
What’s Up With Us
What’s Up With Us! is a monthly instruction and discussion led by attorney members of the Real Property Law Section of the California Lawyers Association via webinar format.
2026 CLA Forest Bathing Walk
There is a moment of awe that washes over you when you step into a forest. Century-old trees tower above, sunlight twinkling through them. Birds tweet. Spiders weave their elaborate webs.
Webinar: Best Practices for Preserving Privilege in Internal Investigations
Join us for a focused webinar designed to equip in-house legal teams with essential knowledge and practical tools for safeguarding privilege during internal investigations. This session will cover the fundamentals of attorney-client privilege and the attorney work product doctrine, offering actionable strategies to maintain confidentiality. Attendees will gain insights on managing disclosures to third parties, addressing cross-border considerations, and effectively utilizing Upjohn notices effectively. The program will also address minimizing waiver risks and navigating complex reporting scenarios, empowering participants to protect sensitive communications and preserve privilege throughout the investigative process.
Webinar: Land Use 101 for the Solo and Small Firm Lawyer (Planning and Zoning Law)
Learn the basics of complying with California’s Planning and Zoning law, including General Plans, different forms of zoning ordinances, conditional use permits and their conditions of approval, and vested rights.
Lunch and Learn: Modernizing Timekeeping with AI: Capture More, Bill Smarter
Join the Billables AI team to learn how AI-powered time capture eliminates revenue leakage, reduces administrative work, and improves billing accuracy across every practice area.
Webinar: A Cameo Appearance for IP: Branding in the Digital Age
What does it mean when a large company adopts a mark already used by another? If it’s a large AI company it may be something to review and consider to protect one’s brand equity.
Webinar: The Power of Incorporation: Tax Strategies & Asset Protection for Attorneys in Uncertain Times
Join Nicole Green of Robert Hall & Associates for an attorney-focused session covering incorporation strategies designed to help reduce liability and minimize your tax burden. Whether you’re a solo attorney or running a growing firm, this webinar offers clear, actionable guidance tailored specifically to the legal profession. Key takeaways include:
Free Webinar: The Confident Attorney, Communication Secrets That Reduce Stress & Boost Success
This session will explore practical ways to build confidence by developing charisma and influence. Participants will learn how self-assurance can open new opportunities, strengthen personal and professional connections, and reinforce the understanding that they are enough.
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
