CLA eNews

The first months of 2020 have been “interesting times” fraught with danger and fear, but also creativity and innovation. In the age of social distancing and shelter in place, it has not been possible to continue to insist on in-person depositions, or even in-person hearings. Read more

As we begin our third month of sheltering in place, many of us at CLA have begun thinking about what the mid-term future may hold. When California reopens what will it mean for our bar association and what will the new normal look like? It seems unlikely that we will be permitted to gather in groups of more than a few dozen. Even if we’re allowed to do so, will people want to? What will post-pandemic bar associations look like? What will the post-pandemic CLA look like? No one knows for sure, but here are some thoughts based on lessons learned from our experience producing content about COVID-19. Read more

As the California Lawyers Association, the legal community, and the public continue to work together in facing resolutely COVID-19, we cannot forget the importance of the rule of law to our society. That makes this year’s Law Day on May 1st all that much more important. Read more

CLA is currently accepting nominations to celebrate extraordinary lawyers, judges, law firms and bar associations. Read more

Is there such a thing as an unwaivable conflict of interest in California? California’s new Rules of Professional Conduct (“New Rules”) became effective on November 1, 2018. Two fundamental principles guided the drafters of the New Rules as they relate to conflicts of interest. Read more

By Greg Dorst, JD, CADC IIConsultant to The Other Bar Your law practice took a long time to build whether it is large, medium or small. The clients you have attracted through hard work and reputation occupy your time and feed you and your family, supplying a means to live and produce what is necessary to have a full and vibrant life. Yet, the same thing that enables a vibrant personal life can also consume everything about you. Because the… Read more

Whether it comes to your mental health or physical health, the California Lawyers Association is here to help you—during this week’s Lawyer Well-Being Week and all year round. Read more

Jennifer Novak, an environmental lawyer in Rancho Palos Verdes, had been missing the fellowship of her regular volunteer work, which was shut down during the shelter in place. So when she saw a Facebook post from a friend about helping with food delivery during the pandemic, she jumped on the opportunity. Read more

Dozens of California Lawyers Association members met with state lawmakers in Sacramento last month to learn about the legislative process and exchange information. Read more

This past month has been an extraordinary one for all of us. Since our last CLA-wide update, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended daily life and forced us to rethink the way we operate as the bar association for all California lawyers. Most importantly, we hope our members are staying safe and healthy. Read more