Legislative Lens is a monthly policy and legislative update series produced by the Family Law Executive Committee of the California Lawyers Association (CLA FLEXCOM). Read more
This program will explore the past, present, and future of diversity and inclusion in California, and will explore strategies for navigating diversity and inclusion in the face of recent legal challenges. Read more
What’s Up With Us! is a monthly instruction and discussion led by attorney members of the Real Property Law Section of the California Lawyers Association via webinar format. Read more
In mass arbitrations, the still-new role of the process arbitrator is little understood. Join a process arbitrator, case administrators, and advocates to discuss the role, how to select, and how the players will interact.
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Free event! No MCLE credit offered. Join us for an engaging and insightful career panel hosted by the California Lawyers Association Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section’s Diversity Committee. Titled “Pathways to Antitrust,” this event will features distinguished antitrust lawyers from diverse backgrounds who will share their unique journeys and experiences in the field. Register Read more
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