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NEWSLETTER

July 2023

Welcome to the third quarter!  

The recent US Supreme Court ruling restricting race as a deciding factor in college admissions programs constitutes a major step backwards and is disheartening to say the least. The impact on our community is beyond seeking higher education, which has become increasingly difficult considering the cost and competitiveness of the current educational system. The equity gap continues to increase, and affirmative action is one of the few ways available to even the playing field. Closing the equity gaps is the only hope for Americans to compete and exist someday without race being a determining factor. To this end, Langston intends to hold a community forum to discuss whether race blindness will solve the problem of race-based disadvantage or will it inevitably widen it. The future of our children depends on intentional strategy and organization supporting their opportunity for education and financial success. 

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Langston Annual Picnic in June. It was wonderful to see so many of our members and their beautiful families. I appeared on KBLA 1580 AM Talk Radio show "Legal Lens" hosted by Langston member Angela Reddock-Wright, Esq. where myself and President Elect Melvin Felton were able to speak about Langston’s achievements so far this year. Last week, we celebrated the retirement of the Honorable Judge Allen Webster, past president of Langston Bar Association, California Association of Black Lawyers, and the National Bar Association. Judge Webster is a Langston Legend, Langston Hall of Fame member, and a pillar of the Langston community and the greater legal community.  

We have already had a busy summer and we are not slowing down. Join us this week on Thursday, July 6th for the Corporate Firm Network Summer Associates Reception at The Association LA (RSVP link below). Next month, we will host our annual Summer Soiree which will be lots of fun. Look out for details coming soon. You don’t want to miss out. 

Thank you for all the support thus far.



Stephen A. King, Esq.

President, John M. Langston Bar Association

We celebrate the retirement of the Honorable Judge Allen J. Webster, Jr., past president of Langston Bar Association and the California Association of Black Lawyers and the National Bar Association. Judge Webster is a Langston Legend and has been honored in many ways by Langston including being inducted into the Langston Hall of Fame.

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Los Angeles Chapter

The Los Angeles ABOTA Jack Daniels Trial School will take place on July 25-27, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. The Trial School hasn’t taken place since 2019 due to Covid, so we are excited to reinstitute the program this year. This shall serve as a Call for Student Applicants. The ten students in each class will be five representing plaintiffs and five representing defense. The students are asked to present voir dire, opening statement, direct and cross examination and closing argument based upon the course materials. The ABOTA judges will critique the students on their performances offering both positive and negative feedback as well as tips for improvement where necessary. 

The purpose of this course is to enhance the participant's skills as a trial attorney. It is an intense and demanding course, that has the participant on their feet arguing, questioning, and developing their skills. The emphasis of the course is on developing trial techniques and skills rather than knowledge of substantive law.

The application deadline is July 12, 2023. 

Applications should be submitted early as space is limited and fills up fast.

Recap of Past Events

June 24, 2023

Langston Annual Picnic

June 14, 2023

FLAG DAY CELEBRATION

LASC LATEST NEWS & MEDIA

07/06/2023

THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA,

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IS RECRUITING TEMPORARY JUDGES

06/13/2023

FAMILY-FOCUSED PRACTITIONERS: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE COURT’S NEXT JUDICIAL MENTOR PROGRAM WORKSHOP AT NOON ON JULY 26

06/08/2023

SUPERIOR COURT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY SEEKS QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR COURT COMMISSIONER

To empower leadership, advance the professional development of its membership, and promote the administration of justice in the Black community and the community at large.

John M. Langston Bar Association

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