Webinar

What does it take to succeed in modernizing California’s Financial Code? It takes an appreciation of history and California’s evolving legislative priorities. It takes an understanding of the banking and non-banking financial industries affected by the Financial Code. It takes a group of stakeholder attorneys working together to achieve something remarkable, something that hasn’t been done in over 70 years. WHO should attend: All lawyers with an interest in shaping California’s laws WHY should you attend: You won’t get these insights anywhere else WHAT will you learn: Law, policy, technology, and politic Read more

Technology is reshaping the legal industry at breakneck speeds. This is why understanding generative artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just advantageous – it’s essential for modern attorneys. Read more

What does it mean when a large company adopts a mark already used by another? If it’s a large AI company it may be something to review and consider to protect one’s brand equity. Read more

Learn how to avoid common mediation mistakes and apply proven strategies to improve outcomes and maximize settlement opportunities for your clients. Read more

Go behind the AAA curtain with a former arbitrator turned AAA Vice President. Learn what sets exceptional arbitrators apart (and how to select them) and how understanding AAA procedures can enhance effectiveness for both neutrals and parties. Read more

Another new year means another series of changes to California criminal law. This popular annual webinar, led by Los Angeles County Deputy Public Defender Albert Camacho and Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Alan Yochelson, will walk you through all the criminal law changes taking effect January 1, 2026, and explain how they will impact both the prosecution and defense of criminal cases in California. Read more

The speakers will provide synopses of significant ADR cases decided and legislation introduced during 2025. Read more

The webinar serves to provide a comprehensive overview of the types of evidence that can be found and considered in a criminal or civil case. Everything from phones, tablets, vehicles to traditional computers. Read more

Join us for a focused webinar designed to equip in-house legal teams with essential knowledge and practical tools for safeguarding privilege during internal investigations. This session will cover the fundamentals of attorney-client privilege and the attorney work product doctrine, offering actionable strategies to maintain confidentiality. Attendees will gain insights on managing disclosures to third parties, addressing cross-border considerations, and effectively utilizing Upjohn notices effectively. The program will also address minimizing waiver risks and navigating complex reporting scenarios, empowering participants to protect sensitive communications and preserve privilege throughout the investigative process. Read more

Join us for Chairs’ Corner on December 18, as ELS Chair Peter Ton and NLS Chair Daniel Cheung bring back 2018 ELS Chair Eric Adair to share how the California Lawyers Association (CLA) became an independent organization from the State Bar in 2018, the passage of SB 36, and how CLA is proudly continuing a tradition of leadership, professional development, and community that was previously under the State Bar. Read more