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Much ink has been spilled on the attack of the U.S. Capitol by a violent mob on January 6. Some of that commentary underscores the stark contrast between the way the crowd was treated in contrast to the way in which those engaging in Black Lives Matter protests during the summer of 2020 were treated. If we expand our aperture, however, and consider the events of January 6 in the context of U.S. history then we see another pattern—a pattern demonstrating the futility of attempting to separate “Black History” in the United States from U.S. History. Read more

As we celebrate Black History Month, we take this opportunity to highlight the incredible work of CLA’s Racial Justice Committee and update you on the association’s efforts to advance racial equity and diversity within the organization, throughout the justice system, and beyond. Read more

Mindfulness Series Sessions of the 2021 Virtual Mid-Year/Retired Judges Conference March 5 @ 12:30 pm - March 6 @ 8:45 am Presented by the California Judges Association, and co-sponsored by the California Lawyers Association. The California Judges Association has made the Mindfulness Series Sessions of their 2021 Virtual Mid-Year/Retired Judges Conference available to CLA members for a nominal fee of $35. Read more

Wanna get away? Given the state of the world around us, I will assume the answer is yes, so let’s hop in the mental time machine for a moment and chart a course for exactly one year ago, to January 2020. If you are like me—or most people—that might as well be a journey back to the Carolingian Empire given how distant, remote, and fully unfamiliar it seems. “Wait, was that even a thing?” you might be asking. Indeed, it was, and it was just 12 short months ago that many of us were looking ahead to 2020 with growing optimism, enthusiasm, and energy. Read more

CLA members are sharing how they became successful lawyers, despite the obstacles they faced, to inspire young people from a variety of backgrounds to consider legal careers. Read more

With the ongoing pandemic, more lawyers than ever before are working remotely. Can a lawyer admitted to practice law in California relocate and practice California law while located in another state? Can a lawyer who is not admitted to practice law in California practice the law of another state while physically located in California? Read more

I imagine you have already heard a lot about gratitude and how great it is for you. Whenever life becomes challenging, at least one friend or family member will likely remind you to appreciate and give thanks for all the good things in your life. Is there anything else to be said about gratitude? I submit there is indeed, and it bears repeating. Feeling even just a little bit thankful every day will bring long-lasting positive changes into your life. Read more

As we well know, law is a high-demand, high-intensity profession requiring skills that go beyond analytical thinking. Staying focused, productive, and high-performing is a challenge in the best of times. On top of that, noncognitive influencers are always at play. What are some of those hidden factors and necessary skills? Join this interactive hour to pick up a few tools of the trade that support a sustainable, high-performance career in law. Read more

Issues surrounding the impeachment and the 25th Amendment have dominated the headlines. Join us for an engaging discussion about how impeachment, the 14th and 25th amendments work from the perspiration two constitutional law professors. Read more

In the most recent COVID-19 relief package, the U.S. Congress expanded and made changes to the paycheck protection program. Since the program was initially rolled out last year, the Small Business Administration and Treasury Department have provided additional guidance. Read more