These award programs are designed to provide recognition to young diverse attorneys and legal organizations who provide excellent legal services and work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the OC community. Read more about the awards and submit your nominations HERE by April 30, 2021.

Join renowned civil rights attorney Glenn D. Magpantay for reflections on the history of hate crimes, struggle for racial justice, and an honest conversation on the challenges with diversity, equity and inclusion in the Asian American and intersectional context. All are welcome. Go HERE to read the speaker's bio. RSVP to: info@occdl.org

** CA and NY CLE pending **

Program: Accomplished dispute resolution professionals discuss the cutting-edge ADR trends you need to know for 2021 and engage corporate counsel, advocates, and dispute resolution service providers in a no-holds-barred exchange: how are top neutrals selected? Where are opportunities to disrupt these processes to ensure qualified diverse candidates get business? Go HERE to read about the panelists and to register.

Join in the conversation with young attorneys practicing in New York and Puerto Rico to learn more about their different practice areas, how they got there, and their tips and advice for current law students. Go HERE to register and for more information.

Join us for this very important panel discussion hosted by the Coalition of Florida APIA Affiliates with APABA South Florida, APABA of Tampa Bay, the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, and the Jacksonville Asian American Bar Association. This event will be virtual and free to attend. Go HERE for more information.

Join JAMS neutral, Hon. Randa M. Trapp (Ret.), for an upcoming panel discussion on navigating COVID as women attorneys and attorneys of color. 1.0 hour of Elimination of Bias MCLE credit provided. Go HERE for more information.

This virtual workshop is focused on the role in-house counsel must play in driving their career outcomes and take away practical career strategies of top performers. Go HERE for more information.

You're invited to participate in this important presentation which will address the current climate and rise of hate towards Asians, Pacific Islanders and other targeted groups. An esteemed panel will discuss ways to combat hate in our community. View the panelists and register for the webinar HERE.

This national convening pairs leading experts across government and industry with a focus on educational and actionable steps that can be used to address the rise of hate targeting the AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) community. Go HERE for more information.

A Virtual Event Sponsored by the Commission on Hispanic Rights and Responsibilities. Go HERE to register and for more information.

Tequila tasting and legal discussion surrounding the tequila regulatory framework and import/export issues. Please note that you do not need to purchase tequila to participate in the discussion. If you choose to participate in the tasting, please note that you will need to purchase your tequila by Monday, April 26th at the latest (so please don't delay). Go HERE for more details.

This is a special virtual program jointly hosted by JABA and APA sister bar organizations. The two-hour event includes a virtual reception, as well as breakout and plenary programming in the theme of togetherness. Go HERE for more details.

Go HERE for more information and to register for this event.

Featuring Hon. Macias, Hon. Motoike, Hon. Robinson, and Hon. Sykes. More information is available HERE.

In fulfillment of HNBA's mission, to be The National Voice of the Hispanic Legal Community and to advocate on issues that affect the Latino community, the HNBA hosts Advocacy Day in Washington, DC, each year. Attendees will participate in advocacy efforts before members of Congress and White House officials and will be invited to join in networking activities with government elected and appointed officials. Go HERE for the agenda, speakers, and to register.

Now accepting applications. Deadline is July 1, 2021. Go HERE for more information.

The National Conference of Puerto Rican Women (NACOPRW) supports the rights of women and is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization seeking to promote the full participation of Puerto Rican and other Latina women in the social, economic, and political life in the United States. Deadline to apply: April 28th. Go HERE to read about this scholarship.

This special endowment, in memory of Justice Spencer, will enable high-achieving Southwestern students who receive a judicial externship with an award. The fund may also provide scholarship support to Southwestern students. Learn more HERE.

The Office of the Federal Public Defender in the Central District of California is currently offering Post-Bar Fellowships. Go HERE for detailed information and to apply.

Applications are now open to volunteer on the California State Bar committees and they are seeking to fill positions on the following committees:

Detailed descriptions of these committees with vacancies can be found HERE.

Mariposa Women & Family Center is a not-for-profit organization that specializes in women's health issues. These include counseling, mental health, drug and alcohol support, domestic violence, community workshops, and professional training. Since its inception, Mariposa has been passionate about improving the health of our local communities through the well-being of women, their children, and their families. Get more information about Mariposa and donate HERE.

Laura’s House, a domestic violence shelter, also accepts a variety of items for their clients, families, and their upscale resale store. Get more information about Laura's House HERE.

Doing everything in their power to help men, women, young adults and veterans overcome difficult challenges so they can achieve the dignity of work. Information about clothing and accessories needed for their clients is available HERE.

The job postings have just been updated. Go to our website's job corner to view the listings and kick up your career.

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