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January is a time for new beginnings. On behalf of the California Lawyers Association Board of Representatives, we are thrilled to welcome our new CEO, Chris Nguyen. Upon notice of the position’s vacancy, the Board quickly created an executive search committee comprised of leaders from CLA and California Lawyers Foundation, with CLA President Betty J. Williams at the helm. The executive search committee underwent numerous cycles of review and interviews before making its determination. We are particularly looking forward to Chris’s collaborative leadership, operational acumen, and creative revenue strategies.  Read more

January 1st always feels like a fresh start to me. To do better. To be better. When I was young, I began the new year by planning simple goals like writing more neatly or talking less (neither stuck). As I grew older, I made promises to myself to quit bad habits, stick to a fitness routine, and spend more time with loved ones. Read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of privacy law, the Privacy Law Section of California Lawyers Association is set to host its much-anticipated Annual Privacy Summit. The Summit brings together legal experts, industry leaders, and practitioners to delve into the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the realm of privacy. The Section is excited to welcome attendees on February 8 and 9, 2024 in Los Angeles to a dynamic and insightful exploration of the cutting-edge issues shaping the future of privacy law. Read more

Hundreds of new laws recently went into effect, and many are of interest to California lawyers. Ensure you are up to speed on changes to the law, some of which are highlighted below. These laws went into effect on January 1, 2024, unless otherwise stated.  Read more

Curious about what fun and informative activities California Lawyers Association’s practice-area sections have in store for you in 2024? You’ve come to the right place.  Read more

California Lawyers Association (CLA) is pleased to announce the selection of Chris Nguyen as its new Chief Executive Officer. Read more

It’s become almost physically impossible for law firms to rely solely on manual processes to provide robust experiences throughout the client journey. Consumer expectations in the digital age demand immediate engagement, clear communication, and convenience. Automations have become a necessity to create a seamless experience that can keep up with the demands of the client intake process. In this session, Lawmatics CEO, Matt Spiegel, will cover how to expand your bandwidth, delight clients with personal attention, and gain business intelligence without additional administrative labor - all by automating your firm’s standardized processes. Read more

Legislative Day returns for its sixth consecutive year! Save the date for April 3, 2024. Read more

In tumultuous times, we need leaders and citizens who practice good values, civility, and ethics.  With the new civility oath and MCLE requirements in mind, what else can the legal profession do to continue to instill good ethics and morals in their life and practices.  Our two speakers are model citizens when it comes to ethics and values.  The audience will hear about their best practices and solutions for a better legal industry and possibly world at large.  Read more

California Lawyers Association’s Environmental, Social and Governance Interest Group released two new episodes of our ESG-in-Law video series. The episodes featured discussions with Pepijn van Haren and Lisa LaPlante. Read more