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It’s hard to argue with this sentiment from the ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius. After all, what a boring world it would be if we truly “knew it all,” and were never challenged to expand our skillsets, particularly for a group of lawyers! Read more

Starting in August of 2025, the State Bar will begin implementing reviews of client trust accounting. Proposed Scope of Client Trust Account Protection Program Compliance Review Procedures, State Bar of California (July 10, 2025) Read more

This summer marked a milestone for the California Lawyers Association’s Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section as we hosted our largest and most successful Summer Mixers to date. Designed to bring together summer associates, law students, and new lawyers (those in their first eight years Read more

When CLA Ethics Committee Chair Suzanne Burke Spencer talks about ethics in law, her passion is immediately evident. Read more

When asked to describe California Lawyers Association’s (CLA) upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting in a word or two, Programs Committee members enthusiastically respond: Exceptional. Career-changing. Educational. Meaningful. Community-building. Growth. Elevated. Connecting. Their answers are as compelling as the conference itself. Read more

This article highlights the duties owed by attorneys to the affiliates and other constituents of a company client. Read more

From Chuck Taylors to Air Jordans to Vans. Chances are you have multiple pairs of sneakers in your closet. In fact, according to Footwear Magazine, the average person owns six! Whether comfort is your priority, or your prefer a little glam, grab your favorite pair and join California Lawyers Association (CLA) for its 2025 Sneaker Ball on September 13th at the Sheraton Universal Hotel in Universal City, near Los Angeles. Read more

The area between the Mississippi and Yazoo Rivers is unlike any other place on earth. The history of the place is unique and so are the politics. In this one-of-a-kind program, Stuart Teicher, Esq. (the CLE Performer) traveled to the Delta and recorded a program — he uses the backdrop of this unique place to illustrate; Read more

In its 36th year, a Week in Legal London is pleased to continue the tradition of providing exciting new opportunities for interaction with UK colleagues at exceptional legal and historic destinations. Because of the special relationships we have formed over many years, this is an exclusive experience to visit places the public does not have access. Read more

Thinking about taking the workers’ compensation legal specialization exam this year? Maybe you’re new to workers’ compensation and looking for a detailed review. If so, California Lawyers Association’s (CLA) Summer 2025 Boot Camps are for you. Purchase the complete package NOW and receive a 25% discount on 10.0 hours of MCLE! Read more