Webinar

Session 1: The Menu: Tax Planning Techniques in Estate Planning;11th Annual Young Tax Lawyers Conference Sara Pike and Melody Mirbod from Withers Bergman LLP will discuss the menu of options available for basic through creative tax planning for clients through estate planning vehicles.  They will discuss tax elections for revocable trusts, annual exclusion gift trusts, irrevocable insurance trusts, and the “alphabet soup” of advanced planning, including GRATs, SLATs, IDGTs, QSBS, and more. Read more

Court-ordered mediation doesn't have to be an unwelcome detour in your litigation strategy. Join us to discover how to transform mediation into a powerful advantage using the proven CIRCLE framework. This webinar explores six essential strategies that help attorneys navigate complex, multi-party disputes with confidence—whether or not settlement is reached. Read more

In wage-and-hour and PAGA litigation, success at mediation often hinges on what happens before anyone enters the room. Experienced class-action and PAGA litigators from both sides of the aisle and a seasoned mediator will break down what effective mediation preparation really looks like. Our panelists will share insider perspectives on the critical groundwork that drives settlement results, including evaluating exposure, managing data challenges, preparing compelling mediation briefs, and aligning client expectations. The panelists will also explore strategies for working productively with opposing counsel and mediators, leveraging pre-mediation exchanges, and addressing unique class and PAGA considerations. Read more

Join us for What’s New? With the New Lawyers Section, a free monthly discussion led by attorney members of the New Lawyers Section of the California Lawyers Association. Read more

1 Participatory MCLE Credits Learn the basics of complying with California’s Planning and Zoning law, including General Plans, different forms of zoning ordinances, conditional use permits and their conditions of approval, and vested rights. This is an introductory seminar aimed at lawyers who are new to or want an introduction to this practice area. Speaker: Christina Wallis Register Non-Member Price$75 Member Price$55 Read more

Explore commonly overlooked or misunderstood lease terms that can lead to risk, disputes, or lost leverage. Gain practical tools to clarify lease language, avoid costly misunderstandings, and learn how to flag and negotiate key terms that often go unchecked. Useful for both experienced and new commercial leasing lawyers. Read more

In this month’s Chairs’ Corner, ELS Chair Peter Ton welcomes back Immediate Past Chair Miles Hogan. Read more

Explore Switzerland’s new open-source AI platform uniting universities, government, and industry to advance trustworthy, multilingual AI. Learn how this model could shape global standards for responsible AI governance and corporate use.  Read more

1. Understand nervous system “gears” (high, low, optimal) and how shifts between them can impair judgment, focus, and decision-making under pressure. 2. Learn and experience real-time regulation tactics (simple breathing and body-awareness tools) to prevent impairment and return to optimal gear — the zone of peak performance, wellness, and resilience. 3. Integrate quick resets into daily legal practice to maintain competence, mental health, and professional effectiveness. Read more

As reports of financial elder abuse and securities fraud increase, these two problems frequently intersect. Fortunately, the tools intended to combat this abuse continue to evolve. Read more