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August 10, 2018 Newsletter
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OCAABA Events/Opportunities
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AUGUST 11TH - OCAABA WINE TASTING
Space is still available for our Wine Tasting Mixer at the Tustin location of Total Wine this Saturday from 3-5 pm. We will taste eight bottles of wine and cheese and crackers will be provided.
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AUGUST 11TH - OCAABA DAY AT PLC'S SEALOP
The Public Law Center's South East Asian Legal Outreach Program (SEALOP) provides free civil legal assistance at the BPSOS Center for Community Advancement, Inc., 13950 Milton Ave. Suite 301, Westminster, CA 92683.
Clinics take place on the second Saturday of every month from 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Volunteer attorneys and Vietnamese-English translators are needed.
If you are interested in volunteering, use the links below or
A list of cases will be e-mailed the week of the clinic to those interested in volunteering.
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AUGUST 16TH - OCHBA ANNUAL END OF SUMMER MIXER
OCAABA is proud to be a co-sponsor of OCHBA's Annual End of Summer Mixer at Hector's On Broadway, 409 N Broadway, Santa Ana, Aug 16th from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM.
A portion of proceeds will go toward providing support for individuals and families in immigration detention.
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Have News to Share?
If you have news to share to our membership, please email contactus@ocaaba.org to include the news in our next newsletter.
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Affiliate Events/Activities
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CALIFORNIA CHANGELAWYERS "KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER" FUND
From Chris Punongbayan, Executive Director of California ChangeLawyers (formerly the California Bar Foundation), August 8, 2018:
"Hi Friends-
Despite a court-ordered deadline that passed more than a week ago, hundreds of children remain in government custody.
More than 700 families were deemed "ineligible" for reunification either because of legal trouble or due to the fact that the parents had already been deported.
Lawyers are needed to continue the work of reuniting these families and stemming the tide of trauma these children are experiencing.
Despite court orders and nationwide outrage, families remain separated and detained.
I'm writing today to ask you to please help me in this fight.
California ChangeLawyers has set up a Keep Families Together Fund. 100% of donations will be used to help legal services organizations in California hire more lawyers and law students to fight attacks on immigrants' rights.
If you've already donated to national organizations, double your impact by donating at the local level."
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August 15 - OCWLA Women Judges Reception
Join Orange County Women Lawyers Association (OCWLA) for an event celebrating and encouraging the advancement of women on the bench on Wednesday, August 15th at Chapter One Local, 227 N Broadway, Santa Ana from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Hosted appetizers, wine & beer will be served.
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August 16 & 17 - 2018 NAPABA Western Regional Conference
The Asian American Bar Association of Las Vegas is hosting this year's NAPABA Western Regional Conference at the Park MGM in Las Vegas. There will be an evening reception on August 16, followed by a full day of CLE sessions on August 17.
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August 17 - CWL Southern California Judicial Reception and Presentation of Joan Dempsey Klein Distinguished Jurist Award to Hon. Beverly Reid O'Connell
At this year's California Women Lawyers ("CWL") Southern California Judicial Reception, the Joan Dempsey Klein Distinguished Jurist Award is being posthumously awarded to Judge Beverly Reid O'Connell at Los Angeles City Hall from 5:30-7:30 pm.
The Joan Dempsey Klein Distinguished Jurist Award was first presented in 1994 by the CWL. At the time, it was the "Distinguished Jurist" Award and its first recipient was Joan Dempsey Klein, a Justice on the Second District Court of Appeal in California. Justice Klein is a champion of women's rights and a pioneer in the struggle to achieve equal opportunity for women in the law. She was a founder and provisional president of CWL and the first president of the National Association of Women Judges, and she has spent considerable time giving support and positive reinforcement to women in the legal profession. She is well known as an excellent judge who listens, encourages dialogue and fosters consensus. She accomplished all of this while raising five children.
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Deadline 8/29: Nominations for OCBJ 2018 General Counsel Awards
The Orange County Business Journal ("OCBJ") is currently accepting nominations for the ninth annual GENERAL COUNSEL AWARDS. The program is designed to recognize the significant role in-house counsels play in the success of businesses within our community.
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September 16 - OCHBA Annual Judge's BBQ
The OC Hispanic Bar Association's (OCHBA) will hold its Annual Judge's BBQ on Sunday, September 16th from 2-5 pm at a private residence in Orange County. Registration requested by September 10th. This year, OCHBA will honor Justice Thomas Goethals as Justice of the Year & Commissioner Renee Wilson as Judge of the Year.
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Center for the Pacific Asian Family (CPAF) was established to empower and house women and families recovering from domestic violence. In 2018, CPAF celebrates 40 years of engaging the community to end domestic and sexual violence through culturally-grounded crisis intervention and violence prevention. Location: LA River Center & Gardens, Sept 21st at 6pm.
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October 7-12 - IBA Annual Conference Rome 2018
The 2018 International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference will be held in Rome, the Eternal City. Founded nearly 3,000 years ago, the city is renowned for its ancient ruins, classical architecture, renaissance palazzos and baroque fountains. Rome is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city and will provide an elegant backdrop for the IBA Annual Conference.
As the saying goes 'all roads lead to Rome' and the conference will bring together delegates from all over the world for the largest and most prestigious event for international lawyers, providing an abundance of business and networking opportunities, not to mention the chance to explore one of the most fascinating cities on Earth. Early registration ends July 20th.
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November 14 - LASOC Save the Date: Come Fly With Us - Celebrating 60 Years of Justice for All
The Legal Aid Society of Orange County and Community Legal Services of Southeast Los Angeles County (LASOC-CLS) cordially invite you to celebrate an amazing legacy of justice at their annual fundraising dinner and auction at Lyon Air Museum in Santa Ana on November 14th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. With your support, LASOC-CLS will continue to provide legal services to the most vulnerable in our community for the next 60 years and more. Learn how to get involved in this special event through sponsorships, underwriting and advertising on the LASOC website.
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March 22-March 30: OCBA CLE Scotland Seminar
OCBA presents a Continuing Legal Education Travel Seminar to Edinburgh and Inverness, Scotland with 8 Days/7 Nights at the Waldorf Astoria and Culloden House. A $750.00 deposit must be received by Sept. 20, 2018 (no extensions on due date). Space is limited and subject to availability on a first come, first serve basis.
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Opportunities
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State of California OAG Opportunities
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking to fill attorney positions throughout the State of California. Click the link below for a PDF listing of the most current Deputy Attorney General series vacancies. If you are interested in applying, postmark your application on or before the deadline. You can review the job announcements for each vacancy by clicking on the hyperlinks under the "Link" column. Click here for a listing with links. (Posted 8/10/18)
ICLC Open Positions
Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm on Skid Row, looking for
extraordinary people to help end homelessness in Los Angeles. ICLC is doubling in size and has several openings for program staff. Priority application deadline is August 19th, although applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled.
http://www.innercitylaw.org/careers/
(Posted 8/6/18)
Oakland City Attorney's Office Seeks
Deputy City Attorney II or III Rent Program/Code Enforcement
The City Attorney's Office seeks a well-qualified individual with knowledge and expertise in municipal law. The position will work in practice areas including rent regulations and landlord/tenant law (such as evictions, renting and remedies), code enforcement, public nuisance, administrative hearings and other practice areas that may include, but not be limited to, affirmative litigation, constitutional issues (due process, equal protection, privileges & immunities, right to travel, residency requirements) and providing advice on a wide range of issues such as conflicts, ethics, contracting, drafting and researching legislation, regulations and policies. Experience providing advice to Boards/Commissions and/or City Councils, ordinance and regulation drafting, administrative procedures (including administrative remedies and rule-making) and litigation (including writs, appeals and affirmative litigation) is desirable. For more information and the full announcement, go to: http://www.oaklandcityattorney.org/AboutUs/job_ops.html
Oakland City Attorney's Office Seeks Deputy City Attorney III or IV Land Use
The Oakland City Attorney's Office seeks a well-qualified, motivated attorney with significant land use experience for a Deputy City Attorney III or Deputy City Attorney IV level in the Office's Advisory Division. The ideal candidate will have substantial California land use experience, either developed in-house (city, county, other governmental organization, or for a private company) or in a law firm with strong municipal land use expertise. The candidate should have knowledge and significant experience, including the ability quickly and effectively to perform at an advanced level, in CEQA/NEPA, the California Planning and Zoning Law and the Subdivision Map Act. A strong working knowledge of municipal law basics, such as the Brown Act, the Political Reform Act and the Public Records Act is desired. Expertise in handling land use writs in both trial and appellate courts and suits seeking declaratory and injunctive relief, as well as considerable Planning Commission experience also are desirable. For more information and a full application, go to:
http://www.oaklandcityattorney.org/AboutUs/job_ops.html
(Posted 7/26/18)
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PAST ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Oakland City Attorney's Office -Deputy City Attorney III or IV General Government, Municipal Finance & Tax
The Office of the City Attorney seeks an attorney for the position of Deputy City Attorney III or Deputy City Attorney IV with expertise in the municipal finance, revenue, bonds, taxation, fees and assessments. The incumbent may perform a wide range of duties involving municipal finance, revenue, taxes and fees, formation of special assessment and other districts, preparation of ballot measures, parliamentary procedure, public meetings, public records laws, constitutional law, charter interpretations, and other practice areas. For more information and a full job announcement, go to: http://www.oaklandcityattorney.org/AboutUs/job_ops.html
(Posted 7/10/18)
City of Anaheim Deputy City Attorney II Employment Announcement
The City of Anaheim seeks a dynamic and dedicated Deputy City Attorney II for the City Attorney's Office Criminal Prosecution section. The Deputy City Attorney performs a wide variety of professional legal duties and provides staff assistance to a Senior City Attorney and/or Assistant City Attorney with legal activities involving criminal law and represents the City in criminal law matters. Candidates must possess at least two years of responsible criminal law and criminal trial experience as a licensed attorney and a member of the State Bar of California. Ideal candidates will possess extensive jury trial experience.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/anaheim/jobs/2134537/deputy-city-attorney-ii-misdemeanor-prosecution
(Posted 7/6/18)
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PLC Pro Bono Case List
The Public Law Center (PLC) has an
ongoing (as of August 2, 2018) case list for individuals in need of pro bono representation. The PLC staff can answer any questions you may have related to your case to support you in your pro bono representation; locate a mentor to help you; supply you with samples and manuals (some case types excluded); provide translation support in Spanish and Vietnamese; and arrange for office space for you to meet with your client at PLC. For questions contact: Leigh Ferrin 714.541.1010, extension 290. Visit the PLC website
Volunteer page.
Department of Justice Attorney Vacancies
Click the link below for an updated list of current attorney vacancies at the United States Department of Justice. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply; however, please note that due to temporary funding restrictions the DOJ may not be able to fill all of the currently advertised positions.
To learn more about Justice and legal careers available, please visit the DOJ website at
www.justice.gov/careers/legal/.
In addition, every year over 1,800 volunteer legal interns serve in DOJ components and U.S. Attorneys' Offices throughout the country. If you are a law student or know any law students who may be interested in a DOJ volunteer internship, please review the many opportunities featured at
www.justice.gov/careers/legal/volunteer-intern.html.
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Thanks to our 2018-2019 Sponsors
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EMERALD
Buchalter | Constangy, Brooks, Smith, & Prophete |
Crowell & Moring | Dorsey & Whitney | Godes & Preis
Hueston Hennigan | Keller/Anderle | O'Melveny | Orrick |
Union Bank | Western Digital | Western State College of Law
SAPPHIRE
ADR Services | Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner | JAMS |
Judicate West | Robinson Calcagnie | Umberg Zipser
RUBY
ADR Office of Michelle A. Reinglass | Best Best & Krieger | Blackstone Discovery | Dubin Law Firm |
Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy | Honyaku USA |
Kubota & Craig | Littler | Manatt | Nhan Vu | Premiere Bail Bonds | Right Choice Law | Rutan | Shulman Hodges & Bastian |
Smiley Wang-Ekvall Veritext | Wage Recovery Queen/Briana Kim
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