Thank you to everyone who cast their vote for 2020 Board leadership. And thank you to all our excellent candidates. We so appreciate your commitment to the SDCBA.
Now, I am delighted to announce your new 2020 Board Members . . .
Stay tuned for your new Section and New Lawyer Division leaders, to be announced soon. Once all positions are ratified by the board, final Executive Committees will be announced the week of Nov. 18.
The Bar is looking forward to an outstanding year ahead with terrific new and returning leadership!
Enjoy the rest of your week!
Events this week
CLE events are highlighted in red.
Tue, November
12
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
CLE event
Successful Litigation in State and Federal Court
Experienced panelists will highlight the key differences between state and federal court practice in order to better prepare attorneys to successfully litigate in both courts. A reception with appetizers and refreshments will follow. Free for FBA and SDCBA members.
Wed, November
13
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Wellness Wednesday
Mindful Meditation Series
Find some peace and quiet. Enjoy a guided meditation and learn a breath-based meditation technique.
Wed, November
13
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Signature Event
Holidays Around the World
Join the Committee for Diversity and Inclusion for an evening of food from different cultures, drink and cheerful company. This annual holiday event is put on in partnership with our local diversity bar associations.
Thu, November
14
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Coffee with Counsel
Administrative Law
Join us on Facebook live to learn about challenging a rule or policy created by an agency, appealing denied public benefits and more.
Thu, November
14
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Networking & Recognition Event
Insurance/Bad Faith Law Section
Connect with colleagues and cross-network over drinks at this happy hour event. The 2nd Annual Insurance Section Star award(s) will also be presented.
Next week
Tue, November
19
9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
CLE event
Truly Madly Solo: Law Practice Tech Conference for Solo Practitioners
This conference is packed with practical knowledge you can use to level-up your practice right away. Learn how to run an efficient, mobile and secure law practice from a faculty of tech-savvy lawyers, security and marketing experts. Plus, you'll earn 5 hours of MCLE credit.
Tue, November
19
5:15 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Interest Groups
Book Club
Join the book club to discuss Educated by Tara Westover.
Thu, November
21
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Hands-on Workshop 2 of 2
Understanding and Harnessing the Power of Microsoft Styles
Bring your laptop and follow along as we dive deeper into Word Styles. Prerequisite: Must have attended Workshop 1 of 2.
Thu, November
21
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Monthly Meet-up
New Lawyer Division Friendsgiving Appetizer Potluck
Enjoy a pre-Thanksgiving potluck with your friends in the New Lawyer Division. Bring your best appetizer to share with the group. Beer and wine will be provided.
Fri, November
22
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
TGI-Tech!
Breakfast with the Tech Guru
Bring your law practice management and tech questions and we'll bring the breakfast, refreshments and answers!
Business & Corp Article
Finding a Path to Mindfulness
By Ashley M. Peterson
Tragically, success as a lawyer is measured by how many hours we work and how many hours we bill, not by the hours spent with our family and friends, or memorable vacations we take. This mindset has to change. MORE»
Of Note
Congratulations to SDCBA members Attorney Nadia J. Keilani and Family Law Specialist Lizbet Munoz, who were recently approved to be hired as Commissioners of the San Diego Superior Court.
The ADR Committee of the San Diego Superior Court invites your participation in a pilot program known as "Settlement Days”. The program is designed to assist represented litigants and their counsel mediate their matter at no cost to the participants, while getting to know more members of the Civil Mediation Panel. Learn more »
The SDCBA Board of Directors is seeking attorney members to fill two vacancies on the 2020 Board of Directors. Eligible candidates are encouraged to send a letter of interest and a resume/CV to SDCBA Leadership Coordinator Olga Blankson via email at oblankson@sdcba.org no later than 9 a.m. on December 2, 2019.
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