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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

Disability Pride Month is observed annually in July. This is an important opportunity for us to recognize the contributions, experiences, history, achievements, and struggles of people with disabilities. Additionally, Disability Pride Month reminds us that disabilities are a natural part of the human experience, and if we are blessed to live long enough, all of us will experience some level of disability during our lifetime either directly or indirectly. Read more

California Lawyers Association (CLA) announced today it has elected six new distinguished officers to serve on the organization’s Board of Representatives. CLA is the largest volunteer bar association in the state, with over 50,000 members, including public and private sector practitioners, ranging from newly admitted attorneys, to nationally and internationally renowned lawyers, prestigious legal experts, as well as Superior and District Court judges and justices. The officers-elect will assume their responsibilities in September 2025, after being sworn in by Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court, Patricia Guerrero. Read more

California Lawyers Association’s (CLA) Privacy Law Section has played a pivotal role in the State Bar of California’s official approval of Privacy Law as a certified legal specialization. The approval means that for the first time, a formalized track will allow attorneys to demonstrate their advanced proficiency in this rapidly evolving law specialty practice area. Read more