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A virtual series presented by the Institute for the Study of Societal Issues and the Department of African American Studies & African Diaspora Studies at the University of California, Berkeley with the Great Cities Institute at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Read more

A virtual series presented by the Institute for the Study of Societal Issues and the Department of African American Studies & African Diaspora Studies at the University of California, Berkeley with the Great Cities Institute at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Read more

The year 2020 brought manifest challenges to our membership, our profession, and the nation. Those challenges continue in 2021. Read more

CLA members who completed the association’s first-ever #CLAWellnessChallenge said the experience helped them adopt new mindfulness techniques, integrate healthy habits and generally cope with COVID-19 restrictions. Read more

What are the ethical obligations of an attorney in responding to negative comments posted on social media (Twitter, Yelp, or other channels) by an existing client or former client, particularly if the comments are inaccurate and even if accurate, only portray part of the representation? Read more

Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States held that “an attorney’s ethical duty to advance the interests of his client is limited by an equally solemn duty to comply with the law and standards of professional conduct.” Read more

This program will explore the history of Black judges and lawyers in California, and the important contributions they have made to the advancement of civil rights, diversity, and inclusion in the United States. Read more

We recognize the importance of providing high-impact financial care resources to California attorneys. That’s why we’ve decided to partner with SoFi to provide you access to financial wellness solutions to support your growth towards financial freedom. Read more

Lonita Baker, lead counsel representing Breonna Taylor’s family in the civil lawsuit against the city of Louisville, provides insight into this highly publicized and debated civil case as well as the decisions related to the criminal side of the case. Breonna Taylor’s killing became an international story and a viral conversation regarding racial injustice, systemic racism and police use of deadly force. Read more

Of all the California Lawyers Association pressing priorities, stakeholders agree one in particular has assumed heightened importance amid our country’s tumultuous politics: the civics engagement and outreach initiative. Increasing the civic awareness, knowledge and engagement of Californians is one of CLA’s top goals, and our Civics Engagement and Outreach Committee is constantly thinking of new ways to connect with everyone from elementary school children and other students to community activists, teachers and classroom volunteers. It’s always been a crucial mission, but the fierce political divisiveness and devolving discourse that culminated in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol underscore the urgency even more. Read more