Public Law

This is a sponsorship form. The California Lawyers Association Public Law Section will honor UC Berkeley School of Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky with its highest award on October 3, 2022, following the constitutional law scholar’s talk on “Our Imperiled Democracy.” Read more

The California Lawyers Association (CLA), Public Law Section will honor UC Berkeley School of Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky with its highest award on October 3, 2022, following the constitutional law scholar's talk on "Our Imperiled Democracy." Read more

With the passage of the American Rescue Plan, as well as other federal funding increases, local governments are spending more federal money on infrastructure than at any point in recent years. But to ensure successful project implementation, agencies need will need to understand and comply with federal rules that may differ from their standard practices. Best Best & Krieger will be providing an overview of the procurement rules when utilizing federal grants, such as Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (part of the American Rescue Plan), as well as best practices in implementing the rules. The goal of the seminar is to learn and understand federal restrictions on procuring property and services when subject to the Office of Management and Budget's “Uniform Guidance". Read more

Exploring what causes legal professionals to suffer from substance use and mental health issues. Read more

The American Bar Association’s Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice has announced the establishment of the ABA Administrative Law Fellowship. Read more

At the meeting in June 2021, the Executive Committee elected Alex Calero as Chair of the Executive Committee. Read more

Six new members have been elected to the Public Law Section Executive Committee. Read more

The Public Law Section Executive Committee is coordinating panels targeted toward law students and new lawyers who would like to learn more about pursuing a career in public law. Read more

The following three webinars have been bundled for a 20% discount. Read more

The Public Law Journal is currently accepting article submissions. Read more