Engage. Empower. Elevate.
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We are in this together!
We sincerely hope this finds you and your family safe and healthy during this time of tremendous uncertainty. While we are all feeling the impact of the changes and challenges stemming from COVID-19, it does not mean Langston will stop its mission. Now more than ever, Langston is stepping up by providing information and valuable resources to its members through our newsletter, website, and our social media platforms. We hope that the information provided in this newsletter is informative and helpful.
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We remain committed to continuing to Engage. Empower. Elevate. our members as we all get through
this together.
Please email me at
nshaw@langstonbar.org.
if you have suggestions for other ways we can assist you, our members, or the community at large.
Stay safe,
Nyanza Shaw, Esq.
President, John M. Langston Bar Association
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COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR LAWYERS
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Congressmember Karen Bass's office
has compiled information about the The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Go to
Bass Covid Stimulus
to learn more about the CARES Act and determine if your business qualifies for federal stimulus monies.
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Working From Home...Technically
by Mark J. McLaughlin, JD
Education Committee Co-Chair
Transitioning to work from home can be challenging during any time. But throw in the Covid-19 Virus, and it makes things more difficult because the state mandates we must adhere to social distancing orders. So, I’d like to offer some technical tips to make your new home office, more like what you’re familiar with, and increase your “LTQ” (Langston Tech Quotient).
When most of us are working from home at the same time, internet speed is bound to be an issue. Your internet connection that worked perfectly, for streaming Netflix on the weekends or your kid's video games, may not be able to handle your new workspace.
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Need a brain break (or another way to entertain the kids)? Here are links to museums you can virtually tour from the comfort of your couch.
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Supreme Court Sides with Comcast in Discrimination Dispute Against Byron Allen
In a decision issued online Monday, March 23, over entrepreneur and media mogul Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Networks in a discrimination lawsuit against Comcast, the Supreme Court’s justices have unanimously decided to send the case back to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco. The lower court will now determine whether or not is should reconsider Allen’s claims in his $20 billion suit. Read full article at
variety.com
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A BRUNCH BREAK for Law Students
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Our Officers and Board Members are working together to develop virtual content and programs to engage, inform, inspire, and assist our members through these challenging times.
STAY TUNED!
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Welcome our newest Lifetime Members
• Melvin Felton
• Andrea G. Van Leesten
• Sterling Henderson
We know that many of you are facing challenges right now, and so are many of the law students. With your payment of $1,000, not only do you become a lifelong member of the Langston family, you will receive exclusive invitations and discounts to programs, a Lifetime Member pin - and you are also supporting the scholarship fund and future lawyers! Payment plans are also available.
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Become a Lifetime
Langston member TODAY!
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If you are already a Lifetime Member, please log into the membership directory to update your contact information. We want to make sure we can get in contact with you!
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Kudos to our Sponsor Partner City National Bank!
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CNB has donated $2 million dollars to the following organizations to help clients and communities affected by the Covid-19 pandemic - Pursuit Lending, United Way, Cedars Sinai, Save the Children, Broadway Cares, International Medical Corps, and NHS of LA County.
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Call for LACBA Committee Volunteer Members
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Are you passionate about making a difference in a particular area of law or law related issue?
Serving on a LACBA committee is an opportunity to make a difference in the legal profession and practice of law by addressing issues and challenges facing attorneys and the community today. If you would like to be considered to serve on a committee, the deadline to complete and submit your application is April 30, 2020 for bar year 2020-21.
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Matthew Johnson
Ziffren Brittenham LLP
Langston congratulates Johnson, 2018 Langston Lawyer of the Year honoree and a gracious supporter of Langston through his firm and his foundation - The Matt & Yasmine Johnson Foundation, for being named one of the Hollywood Reporter's Power Lawyers 2020: Hollywood's Top 100 Attorneys.
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LOOKING FOR WAYS TO
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SUPPORT ST. ANNE'S
The work and mission of St. Anne's is essential during these challenging times. St. Anne’s originally opened in 1908 as a home for pregnant young women with nowhere else to turn and has grown into a premiere social services agency – rising to the challenge of meeting the ever-changing needs of Los Angeles’ most vulnerable populations. At St. Anne’s we offer an array of comprehensive services that promote the safety, resilience and ongoing achievement of the children and families we serve. We continuously work together to build safe, nurturing and resilient families – from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood – for generations to come.
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Contract Deputy City Prosecutor - City of Inglewood
Criminal prosecution experience is a plus, but if need be, will train. Salary dependent upon experience. Work as needed for now (courts aren’t running at full speed because of the coronavirus); but once the current virus situation subsides work will be more steady (approx. 40 hours/week). Need someone to start soon and position will last about six months. Contact Jefferey Lewis at
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Litigation Associate
Seeking Litigation Associate (commercial, construction or trademark litigation) for a small DTLA law firm; trial participation; court appearances; CA Bar; 4 years of experience; up to salary DOE.
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To empower leadership, advance the professional development of its membership, and promote the administration of justice in the
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