Solo & Small Firm Section

Well, we’ve made to the end of 2021. I’m still not certain if this is a feat of accomplishment or just survival. But either way, we should all take a moment to reflect on the challenges overcome, the lessons learned, and the moments of joy and success that Solo and Small Firm practitioners have fought hard for during a challenging year. Read more

The program will discuss tax compliance issues. Risks of an audit for law firms and how to handle a tax audit. What records and documents the government will focus on? Read more

There are many grounds for both mandatory and permissive withdrawal under the California Rules of Professional Conduct. When it's time to withdraw from representation in a civil case, the attorney should send the client a letter like one of these. Read more

It’s officially PSL season! That’s Pumpkin Spice Latte for those of you who are addicted to fancy fall coffee drinks or Practicing Stressed Lawyer for those of you who are too focused on this busy season to worry about complicated caffeinated beverages. One thing is for sure, the holiday season is especially busy for Solo and Small Firm attorneys. Read more

May an attorney empowered with advance written authorization to settle a lawsuit on behalf of his client do so despite the client’s later objection? Read more

Diana Maier is the founder of Maier Law Group (MLG), a boutique, all-female, employment law firm based in Marin County. Read more

The State Bar Board of Trustees announced that it has appointed a new Chief Trial Counsel to lead the Office of Chief Trial Counsel (OCTC), which investigates and prosecutes disciplinary matters: George S. Cardona, a long-time prosecutor at both the federal and municipal level and currently the interim City Attorney for Santa Monica. Read more

Most cases are won by witnesses and evidence, not by attorneys. Preparing your client to tell their own story effectively is an important aspect of trial and can make your case. Read more

As the new Chair of the Solo and Small Firm section, I wanted to start my term by thanking the two women who came before me who made such a huge impact on our section. Read more

After having the opportunity of serving as chair for the Solo Small Firm section for the past two years, this is my last chair’s message for our Solo Advisor. Read more