End of Summer Message
from Brad Pauley, LACBA President
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As we look forward to the autumn season, I’d like to take this opportunity to provide an update on the status of the Association. I’m pleased to report that LACBA is fully moved into its new offices and is on a sound financial footing. During the summer, we presented some outstanding programs, including one regarding antisemitism organized in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League. Our many practice sections are preparing their excellent CLE programs for the fall. Our committees continue to do their good work on a number of fronts, from issuing ethics opinions to publishing Los Angeles Lawyer magazine. Our staff is working hard to serve our members, expand member benefits, and support the work of our sections and committees.
As always, LACBA is looking to the future. I’m especially excited about our imminent adoption of new software that will revolutionize LACBA’s operations and allow us to serve our members better than ever. Among our major projects into 2022 will be a renewed outreach to local law schools and their students. At the same time, we will expand mentorship opportunities and continue to support the activities of our Barristers/Young Attorneys section, because those lawyers are the future of the profession and of LACBA. We also will work closely with our justice partners at the Los Angeles Superior Court to support the court’s new Diversity Inclusion Working Group to assist younger lawyers and attorneys from under-represented communities to gain valuable courtroom experience.
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Volunteer Remotely for Dialogues on Freedom
September 23 and 24
Attorneys, judges, and law students are needed to foster lively classroom debates during the 19th Dialogues on Freedom. As a volunteer, you can help young people examine the Constitutional civil liberties and values fundamental to the American system of government while covering a range of topics relevant to today’s students. In return, students will share their opinions on whether authority figures have the right or obligation to intervene in situations that students may view as infringements on their personal freedom. Sign up to help guide this year’s virtual conversation.
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Join Our AIDS Walk LA Team! |
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People living with HIV and AIDS face legal challenges nearly every day, from the need for advance healthcare directives, debt relief, and combating HIV discrimination to healthcare privacy and housing disputes.
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Support and Sponsor Domestic Violence Awareness Month |
October is the beginning of #IAmAware, a campaign that raises awareness and funds to help domestic violence survivors and their families. DVLS has helped more than 4,000 people during the pandemic and, with your help, can do more.
Learn about the #IAmAware sponsor levels by calling 213-896-6417 or emailing hgaitan@lacba.org.
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Movin’ On—Ethical Considerations Relating to Attorney Mobility |
Attorney mobility has only intensified since the pandemic leading to an increased number of law firm mergers, closures, and attorney retirements. In this era, attorneys (in particular, litigators that are sole practitioners or small firm attorneys) who are retiring or closing their doors and joining other firms must be mindful of their ethical obligations, both to current and former clients.
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Can I Re-Negotiate My Fee Agreement? |
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These are turbulent times. Like many businesses and individuals who are struggling to pay bills and stay afloat, clients may also be struggling to pay fees. Read why pursuing a fee claim under these circumstances would be problematic for a variety of reasons. AHERN Insurance Brokerage offers LACBA members an exclusive professional liability insurance program. APPLY TODAY .
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First Legal: Your File Thru Trial™ Litigation Support Solution
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As we celebrate 37 years of service, with over 550 employees, 17 First Legal offices throughout the western United States, and several partner offices nationally, we are committed to helping our clients reduce their litigation costs and achieve greater profitability. READ MORE
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Thursday, Sept 9, 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Monday, Sept 13, 5-7pm
Tuesday, Sept 14, Noon-1:30pm
Thursday, Sept 30, Noon-1pm
Thursday, Sept 30, 12:30-2:30pm
Saturday, Oct 2, 8am - 5pm
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LACBA Connect: Virtual Networking
Get to know other LACBA members and build your professional community.
Free for members!
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Los Angeles Lawyer Magazine
Addressing the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles County, the latest issue presents an analysis of a recent court decision mandating the city and county provide funding to redress decades of racial and economic discrimination that has led to the current crisis. Also, earn CLE credit with the September self-test on the legal principles involved in the tension between the right to know one’s accuser versus concerns for the safety and reputation of a plaintiff; discover how various municipalities are treating materials used in Black Lives Matter activities as protected government speech; how COVID-impacted contracts may be treated as we move past the shutdown; and, a review of Ethel Rosenberg: An American Tragedy.
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Sign the Pledge to Increase Diversity in the Legal Profession |
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Make an impact. Read and adopt the Statement of Goals and Principles developed by the Diversity in the Profession section and agree to facilitate three of the best diversity practices actions.
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Keep Up with Committees and Sections via Social Media
Did you know each LACBA Section and Committee has its own Facebook page? Find our full online presence on the Social Media Index then be sure to follow, like, and share.
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LACBA’s President's Advisory Committee on Women in the Legal Profession recently launched a LinkedIn Page and invites members to connect and learn more about their work, plans, and events. Find them on Facebook and LACBA web page, too.
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Real Property section’s Facebook page is running a popular spotlight series on featuring its members Click and join to read about these attorneys and their practices.
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