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- May 2021 (current issue)
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- Tips from the Bench: Justice Truc Do
- New Lawyer Division Member Spotlight: Maresa Martin Talbert
- "Clients Generally Don't Sue Lawyers They Like" — Tips for Avoiding Malpractice
- Recent Non-Pandemic Employment Law Changes You Should Know
- Becoming Esquire: A Recently Barred Esquire's Seven Tips for Bar Exam Success
- The Capacity to Lead: The Role of Women Educators in Higher Education and the Law
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: When Life's Circumstances Impede a Lawyer's Mental Ability to Practice Law Effectively — Ethical and Practical Considerations Affecting Lawyer Mental Impairment
- April 2021
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- New Lawyer Division Member Spotlight: Erik Weber
- Tips from the Bar: Maggie E. Schroedter
- Six Tips for Navigating Virtual Hearings with Non-English-Speaking Clients
- Building Your Network to Combat Professional Isolation
- New Lawyer Division Event Recap: Social Media and the First Amendment
- Lawyer Referral Information Service Volunteer Opportunities
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: Legal Ethics and the Start of a Career in Criminal Law
- March 2021
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- New Lawyer Division Member Spotlight: Omid Rejali
- Tips from the Bench: Judge Pamela Parker
- IP Law Update: New Changes in 2021
- Becoming an Employment Neutral: The Joy of the Journey
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: Persuasive Argument or Ethical Violation?
- February 2021
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- "Progress Tends to Come in Times of Crisis" Interview with California Western's New Dean
- New Lawyer Division Member Spotlight: Jordan Sannipoli
- Tips from the Bar: Michael J. Aguirre
- Data Privacy and Cybersecurity in 2021
- Lessons Learned from a Recovering Solo Practitioner (and arguably, The Killers)
- Effective Time Management is Key to Any Team's Success
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: When is a Lawsuit Frivolous?
- January 2021
- December 2020
- November 2020
- October 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- In the Presence of Greatness
- The Protection Paradox: Do Gender Lines Keep Women on a Pedestal or in a Cage?
- A Tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Her Dissent
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: Permissible and Impermissible Attorneys' Liens in California
- September 2020
- August 2020
- July 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- Santa Clara Public Defenders Acquit Death-Penalty Homicide; Forensic Evidence Plays Key Role
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: Protecting the Client and Yourself: Limiting the Scope of Your Representation in Engagement Agreements and Non-Engagement Letters
- Mindful Minute: Rise and Shine: Why Snoozing is Ruining Your Productivity
- June 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- Montrose Again: California Adopts Vertical Exhaustion Theory of Access to Upper Level Excess Insurance Policies
- Learning from the 2015 Berkeley Balcony Collapse: SB 326 Creates New Inspection Requirements and Opportunities for Addressing Construction Defects
- Best Practices for Construction Sites in the Age of COVID-19
- The Gig Economy in California After AB 5: What Have We Learned?
- Tips from the Bench: Interview with Judge Kevin A. Enright
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: How Do You Rate at a Lawyer ... and What Should You Ethically Do About It?
- May 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- COVID-19 and Me: The Impact of the Novel Coronavirus on Employment
- COVID-19 Legislation Protecting Renters and Buyers May Be Unconstitutional
- COVID-19 Has Altered the Practice of Law, but Not Your Ethical Obligations
- Mindful Minute: Managing Your Energy: The Secret to Working Better and Feeling Better
- April 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- County and City Eviction Moratoriums in Light of COVID-19
- Appellate Corner: Avoiding the Malpractice Trap of Appellate Deadlines During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Mediation During Separation: Embracing the Virtual Session
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys: Collecting Your Referral Fee
- March 2020
- Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- 3 Top Tips for Trial Lawyers...From Appellate Counsel
- An Expert Witness' Opinion on Depositions
- Defending Your First Deposition: DOs and DON'Ts
- Practical Tips for Navigating Your First Deposition
- Depositions from a Law Student's Perspective
- Deposition Questions
- Tips from the Bench: Hon. Katherine A. Bacal
- Legal Ethics for New Attorneys:Ethical Considerations Affecting Indemnity Provisions in Settlement Agreements
- February 2020
- January 2020
- December 2019
- November 2019
- October 2019
- September 2019
- August 2019
- Letter from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- Court of Appeal Holds Jurisdiction to Enforce Settlement Under CCP § 664.6
- Q & A with Judge Fredrick L. Link
- Don’t Gloss Over the Environmental Site Assessment!
- City of San Diego Going After Transient Occupancy Taxes for Month-to-Month Rentals
- Bench Bar Media and July NLD Monthly Meet-Up
- July 2019
- July 2019
- June 2019
- Letter from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
- Ethical Considerations when Communicating with the Media
- Q & A with Judge Ronald Styn
- The Effects of CCP §998 in Construction Defect Litigation
- Scene At Military Law Section and SCRA Committee Pre-Stand Down Mixer, State Bar of California's Swearing In ceremony and more.
- May 2019
- Letter from the Chair of the Forum
- Rule 1.15: Not Your Father’s Client Trust Account Rule
- Steps Toward More Effective Mediation
- Fronting Money or Co-Signing for Your Child’s Loan Can Have Hidden Tax Consequences
- How to deal with self-represented litigants in Family Law
- New Lawyer Forum Monthly Meet-Up, Wills for Heroes and more.
- April 2019
- March 2019
- Letter from the Chair of the Forum
- How to Make a Strong--And Realistic--Opening Offer in Negotiation
- Why Mediation?
- Preparing for your First Mediation
- Tips for Preparing for a Successful Mediation
- The Attorney-Client Privilege for In-House Counsel
- Law Student Welcome Reception & Legal Community Open House and Member Appreciation Day
- February 2019
- Letter from the Chair of the Forum
- The Expansive New Rules on Client Communication
- Burnout: A Necessary Part of Lawyers’ Lives?
- Dealing with the Grind
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Approval Rate Demystified
- Stride, Not Stress, to Success
- Law Student Welcome Reception & Legal Community Open House and Member Appreciation Day
- January 2019
- Decebber 2018
- November 2018
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The New Conflict of Interest Rule—It Touches Each New Client; Each New Matter
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New Rules of Professional Conduct Take Effect November 1, 2018: The Changes You Need to Know About
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Transitioning to Litigation as a Transactional Attorney:It’s Not (That) Bad
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Credit Card Mythbusting: 4 Reasons Law Firms Still Resist Online Payments
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Scene At: Civil and Criminal Law Bench-Bar Luncheon and An Evening in La Jolla
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- October 2018
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Recent Decision Highlights the Consequences of an Attorney's Intentional Concealment of Material Information From Client by Andrew A. Servais, Esq.
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BarBucks Were Designed with New Lawyers in Mind by Ellen Miller-Sharp
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Policy Limit Demands vs. Mediation Confidentiality: Part 1 by Richard A. Huver, Esq.
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California Governor Jerry Brown Signs #MeToo Bill Package Affecting Employers by Desi Kalcheva, Esq. and Mary Allain
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My Experience in the SDCBA Diversity Fellowship Program by Matthew Mushamel
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- September 2018
- The New Rules of Professional Conduct: What Lawyers Need to Know about New Rule 1.1 [Competence] and Rule 1.3 [Diligence] by Alara Chilton, Esq.
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Following Up on Your First Year by Marti Worms
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A Daily Morning Routine Will Start Your Day Right by Monty McIntyre, Esq.
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Getting Involved as a New Lawyer by Lilys D. McCoy, Esq.
- August 2018
- Internet-Based Marketing Programs: Be Selective by Jennifer Gilman, Esq.
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Tips from the Bench: Q&A with Judge Joel R. Wohlfeil by Phillip Simpler, Esq.
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“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away....” (aka Why Finding a Hobby is Good For Your Health) by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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No BK for You! Cannabis Enterprise Kicked Out of Ch. 11 Line by Tyler McQuillan, Esq.
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California Legislature Reacts to Supreme Court’s Blow Against Unions by Jason Fischbein, Esq. and Joss Teal
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Bartering for Business by Elizabeth Blust, Esq.
- July 2018
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Ethically Withdrawing from Representation by Carole Buckner, Esq.
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Some Lessons on Flying Solo by Matthew Lab, Esq.
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Eleven Points for Representing Clients in Trust and Estate Disputes (From the experience of a three-year associate) by Michael McDonald, Esq.
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4 Tips for Securing Mobile Devices by Adriana Linares
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The Inn Crowd: Why Join an American Inn of Court by Audrey Wood, Esq.
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- June 2018
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Mike Finstad, Esq.
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A Quick Look at Attorney Advertising by Patrick Kearns, Esq.
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Asking Better Questions: Interviewing the Interviewer by Paula Gluzman, Esq.
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Building Your Contacts and Referrals with the Lawyer Referral & Information Service by Alex Kannan, Esq.
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An End to the Madness? Supreme Court Paves the Way for Legal Sports Betting by Daniel De La Cruz, Esq.
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Meet Adriana Linares, the SDCBA's New Member Technology Officer
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10 Tips for Helping and Not Annoying Reporters by Lyle Moran
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- May 2018
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Ethical Issues re: Accepting Payments from a Third Party, Fee Agreements, and Third Party Presence by Marianne Barth, Esq.
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The 4-Hour-Per-Day Rule, courtesy of Law Pay
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California Case of the Month: California Supreme Court Creates New Employees vs. Independent Contractor Test by Patrick Klingborg, Esq. and Phillip Simpler, Esq.
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Trademark Strategies in the Cannabis Industry by Khanh “Kenny” Glatzel, Esq.
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IRS Properly Reconstructs Attorney’s Income: The Importance of Trust Fund Accounting Through the Lens of Tax Litigation by Shawn Spaulding, Esq.
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Becoming A Superstar by Isabel Eustaquio
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- April 2018
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Mike Finstad, Esq.
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Legal Ethics and Portable Electronic Devices: Some Basic Considerations by Eric Deitz, Esq.
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Is It Time to Change Practice Areas? by Farah Hansen, Esq.
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San Diego City Attorney’s Office Report to New Lawyer Members of the San Diego County Bar Association by Mara Elliott, Esq.
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The Vital Importance of Physical Exercise by Brent Kupfer, Esq.
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How To Strengthen Your Footing — In Your New Firm — When You Move From One Discipline To Another by Taneashia Morrell
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Dance Like Nobody is Watching, Email Like It May One Day Be Read Aloud in a Deposition: Protecting the Attorney-Client Privilege in the Transactional Context by Tyler McQuillan, Esq.
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In Defense of Millennials: What Young Lawyers Have to Offer Beyond Experience by Catherine Ferguson, Esq.
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Non-Legal Services: Ethical Rules and Compliance by Robert Bryson, Esq.
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- March 2018
- Demand Letters: Where Do You Draw the Line? by David Carr, Esq.
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5 Tips for Making a Great First Impression in Under 30 Seconds by Rana Aryan
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Starting In-House: Pros and Cons by Denise Davila, Esq.
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California Case of the Month: Court of Appeals Swipes Left on Tinder’s Discriminatory Pricing Model by Phillip Simpler, Esq.
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Marching Through the Madness – Legal Issues Surrounding Your Bracket Pool by Daniel De La Cruz, Esq.
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Judge Rules GrubHub Driver Properly Classified as Independent Contractor by Patrick Klingborg, Esq.
- February 2018
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Anatomy of an Engagement Agreement: An Overview of the Ethical and Practical Imperatives Requiring an Agreement by Charles Berwanger, Esq.
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Advice for Newer Attorneys From “The Ten-Dollar Founding Father” by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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Being an Expert on Experts: Tips for Effectively Using Experts by Olga May, Esq.
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In Case You Missed It: Law with Less Stress — Incorporating Mindful Meditation into Your Practice by Jenna Little
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2018 Law + Technology Summit Wrap Up by Mike Finstad, Esq.
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- January 2018
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Mike Finstad, Esq.
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Play Close to the Line, Get More Than Chalk On Your Shoes by Edward McIntyre, Esq.
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Transferable Skills — The Key to Changing Areas of Practice by Cory Schaller, Esq.
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Time is Money: Maximize Your Time by Incorporating Legal Billing Techniques into Your Daily Office Routine by Jocelyn Russo, Esq.
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Contract Attorney Ethical Obligations by Robert Bryson, Esq.
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- December 2017
- November 2017
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Letter from the Vice Chair of the Forum by Michael Olinik, Esq.
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Casual Conversations, Ethical Minefields by Jennifer Gilman, Esq.
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Creating a Lasting and Enriching Mentor-Mentee Relationship by Paula Gluzman, Esq.
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How to Fail at Mediation by Michael Weaver, Esq.
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New Law Expands the Labor Commissioner’s Authority by Yousaf Jafri, Esq.
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- October 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Ethical Issues When Your Client Threatens to Harm Themselves by Michael Crowley, Esq.
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The Name Game by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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Preparing for Mediation by Hon. Kevin Midlam (Ret.)
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LawPay Security Series: Part II, courtesy of LawPay
- Airline Rules: What to Know Before Taking Off by Jason Evans, Esq.
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- September 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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The Ethical Pitfalls of Using an Online Marketing Company by Richard Hendlin, Esq.
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Benefits and Considerations About Becoming a Military Attorney by Drew Lautemann, Esq.
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Department of Education Revokes Previous Approvals for Public Service Loan Forgiveness by Mike Finstad, Esq.
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- August 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Communicating Settlement Offers by Patrick Kearns, Esq.
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How to Land a Public Interest Attorney Position by Parisa Ijadi-Maghsoodi, Esq.
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How Experienced Bankers and Tailored Solutions Can Help Your Law Practice, courtesy of Torrey Pines Bank
- From Before to After: How I Shed Denial About My Health and Nearly 140 Pounds by Ray Estolano, Esq.
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- July 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Put It In Writing: Letters Memorialize Crucial Information by Jennifer Gilman, Esq.
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You Are the Most Important Brand! by Isabel Eustaquio
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Creating a Great Experience for Spanish-Speaking Clients, courtesy of Ruby Receptionists
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Uber, Lyft, Ride Shares, Driverless Cars: Technological Changes Driving Legal Changes by Ashley Rae Makowski, Esq.
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- June 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Cybersecurity, Client Confidences, and ABA Formal Opinion 477R by Leah Strickland, Esq.
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Don't Lose Touch With Your Attorney Contacts, But If You Do... by Jocelyn Salvatori, Esq.
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Own IT: How to Start a Law Firm in the Virtual Law Office Era, courtesy of Thomson Reuters
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It Takes a Village: Forming the Support Network to Go Solo by Rachael Callahan, Esq.
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Companion Animals or Pets? What Lawyers Need to Know by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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- May 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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State Bar Discipline: What the New Lawyer Needs to Know by David Cameron Carr, Esq.
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Say “Goodbye” to the Generic Application: Targeting Your Materials to Enhance Marketability in a Competitive Market by Emily Hirsekorn
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Preparing Emotionally and Physically for Court by Hilary Boyer, Esq. and Julie Wolff, Esq.
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Effective Communication with Clients by Renée Galente, Esq.
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LawPay Security Series: Part I, courtesy of Law Pay
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- April 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Statute of Limitations on Legal Malpractice – “Hot Potato” by Deborah Wolfe, Esq.
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Everybody is a Star — Unlocking Your Leadership Skills by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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How Freelance Attorneys Can Help Your Practice Grow by Meghan Dohoney, Esq.
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An Introduction to Immigration Terms For New (and Experienced) Attorneys by Brian Kenneth Johnson, Esq.
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Drive More Clients to Your Practice with Click-to-Call, courtesy of Ruby Receptionists
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- March 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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The State Bar Approves New Rule to Prohibit Sexual Relationships with Clients by Andrew Servais, Esq.
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5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Career Services Appointment by Marianne Laleuf, Esq.
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Selecting a Paperless Approach, courtesy of Thompson Reuters
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Why Mediation? by Lawrence Huerta, Esq.
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Estate Planning 101 by Adam Slonim, Esq.
- New Lawyer Listserve
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- February 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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How the Rule Regarding Fee Sharing May Evolve to Affect Your Practice by Eric Deitz, Esq.
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Making the Most of the Minimum: How to Maximize Your MCLE by Marti Worms
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Narrowing the Scope of Your Representation by Marc Adelman, Esq.
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Nonprofit Corporations: Board Authority and Fiduciary Duties by Jonathan Grissom, Esq.
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The Inadvertent or Accidental Franchise by Tim Pickwell, Esq.
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- January 2017
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Sharing Offices and Vicarious Disqualification: You’ve Gotta Keep It Separated by Leah Strickland, Esq.
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“Waitin’ on a Sunny Day”— Five New Year’s Resolutions for New Lawyers by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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Growing up in the Law: Transitioning From a “New Lawyer” to “Lawyer” by Michael Olinik, Esq.
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Essential Questions to Ask Every Supervising Attorney by Robert Bryson, Esq.
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- December 2016
- November 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Stop Reading If You Think You Have Received Privileged Information by Frank Tobin, Esq.
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Advise…and Be Advised by Heidi Weaver, Esq.
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How Updates to California’s CASp Disclosure Requirement for Commercial Landlords May Affect Your Clients by Jenifer Swanson, Esq.
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How to Avoid That “One Question Too Many” on Cross Examination by Lilys McCoy, Esq.
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- October 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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A Question of Bias by Eric Deitz, Esq.
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Forget Social Media, It is Still a People Game by Lizzette Herrera Castellanos
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How Legal Leaders on the Rise Protect Their Firm’s Most Valuable Asset: People by Melanie Klinghoffer
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Do Pro Bono. For you. For your career. For the pursuit of justice. by Parisa Ijadi-Maghsoodi, Esq.
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Success is Possible, Failure is Certain: My First Year as a Solo Attorney by Evan Walker, Esq.
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- September 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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¿Hablas español? – Ethical Considerations in Advertising to and Drafting Fee Agreements Negotiated with Non-English Speaking Clients by Richard Hendlin, Esq.
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13 Steps to Start Your Solo Practice by Christine McCoy, Esq.
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Tools in a New Lawyer’s Research Toolbox by Isabel Eustaquio
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- August 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Parting Need Not be “Such Sweet Sorrow.” Ethical Considerations When Moving On by Edward McIntyre, Esq.
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The Mounting Hazards of Pokémon Go by Frederick Schenk, Esq.
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That Time I Didn't Get the Job I Really Wanted by Jocelyn Salvatori, Esq.
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For a Great Interview Remember: GAIN by Stacie Patterson, Esq.
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- July 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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The New Rules of the Road? Decision Approaching on Revised Rules of Professional Conduct that Will Affect How You Practice Law by Eric Deitz, Esq.
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Personal Branding Basics by Randolph Reliford
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Tenants’ and Landlords’ Rights and Responsibilities Regarding Victims of Domestic Violence by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
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Drawing from the Past: Reflections of a Second Career Lawyer by Adam Levine, Esq.
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- June 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Maybe It's Time We Go Our Separate Ways. A Quick Look at Terminating the Attorney-Client Relationship by Patrick Kearns, Esq.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Summer Job by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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Top Five Tricks for Rehabilitating Old Transactional Agreement by Lauren Doucette
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Helping Your Divorce Clients Help Themselves by Considering a Better Approach by Paul McGuire, Esq.
- Making the Most of Your SDCBA Membership by Michael Olinik, Esq.
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- May 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Ethics Rules Can Be “Friends” by Edward McIntyre, Esq.
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Contract Attorneys — The New Normal? by Matthew Lab, Esq.
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Are You My Mentor? by Alyssa Sarbacher, Esq.
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Analyzing the Classic Business Formation Question: LLC or Corporation by Sam Mazzeo, Esq.
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- April 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Attorney Beware: Conflicts of Interest May Still Be Costly Despite the Limited Review of Arbitration Awards by Andrew Servais, Esq.
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The Best Piece of Advice I Ever Got by Lizzette Herrera Castellanos
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San Diego Federal Court for Beginners: Top 5 Mistakes Attorneys Make When Attempting to File a Motion to Compel by Meghan Dohoney, Esq.
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Improving Your Contract Drafting Skills by William Marshall, Esq.
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- March 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Rules of Professional Conduct Redux by David Cameron Carr, Esq.
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Mind, Soul, and Body by Jeffrey Chinn, Esq.
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No Assignment, Sublease … or Airbnb? by Ashley Peterson, Esq.
- Disability Accommodations in the Legal Profession and Courts of San Diego County by Jocelyn Neudauer, Esq.
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- February 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Tips from the Bench by Hon. Joel Wohlfeil
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Think Twice Before Using an Online Marketing Company by Alara Chilton, Esq.
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The Forum's Listserve - A Powerful Tool When Used Correctly by Michael Olinik, Esq.
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Financial Aid Update: Income-Derived Repayment and Loan Forgiveness Programs by Drew Lautemann, Esq.
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How to Make Your Briefs Sparkle by Jeremy Robinson, Esq.
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- January 2016
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Letter from the Chair of the Forum by Jason Evans, Esq.
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Tips from the Bench by Hon. Joel Wohlfeil
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Scared Straight Trust Accounting by Michael Crowley, Esq.
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Honesty Wins Every Time by Eric Ganci, Esq.
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Read Up in 2016 by Lizzette Herrera Castellanos
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Don't Get Your Wires Crossed With Cybersecurity by Jeff Bennion, Esq.
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