Amidst the excitement of SDCBA election season, I want to let you know that we’re also entering membership renewal season. Now is a great time to renew your SDCBA membership for 2020. In fact, we’re running a special renewal promotion this year. If you renew by Nov. 30, you will be entered into a drawing to win a free upgrade to Patron Membership, a savings of $300. Patron Membership adds to our already comprehensive set of member benefits with unlimited complimentary access to all SDCBA events (including Signature Events) and programs, including all CLEs, as well as consistent recognition in our magazine, website and event signage. This is an amazing value-added upgrade so I encourage you to renew early and get into the drawing. We have a new, streamlined process for renewing too. You can start here.
I also want to notify you of a State Bar update. In addition to information already required under California law, the State Bar has proposed changes to Rule 2.2 which require the mandatory reporting of firm size, practice sector and professional website, if one is maintained. The State Bar has cited the need to collect data as a driving force for this proposal. The current proposed rule makes practice area information searchable in the interest of providing useful information to the public, though the practice is not otherwise verified by the State Bar.
The State Bar has authorized a 60-day public comment period (deadline: December 2, 2019) for proposed amendments to State Bar Rule 2.2. Amended Rule 2.2 would consolidate and replace current State Bar Rules 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4. Submit comments to Rule.2.2.Public.Comment@calbar.ca.gov.
Board Update
These Board Highlights are designed to provide members with a summary of the monthly Board of Directors meeting. If you have any questions about the Board Highlights or wish to learn more about Board service, please contact President Lilys McCoy at LMcCoy@tjsl.edu.
Nominations and speeches were made for 2020 President-Elect of the SDCBA Board of Directors. The Board will vote at the Nov. 12, 2019 meeting.
The State Bar has opened public comment on proposed rule changes addressing public licensee information and required reporting. The Board has invited the LRIS Committee to prepare a comment for Board review that addresses how searchable, unverified practice areas on the State Bar website profiles could hurt the public and impact the LRIS program run by SDCBA. Individual members are welcome to comment as well. Deadline is Dec. 2, 2019.
The Board approved an Executive Director Evaluation and Review Policy that will celebrate accomplishments, provide feedback for growth, and formalize goals and expectations for the upcoming year.
The Board selected West, Rhode and Roberts as SDBCA’s new audit firm.
Board election polls are open. You can read candidate statements and learn all about the voting process here. Then cast your vote here. Polls close Nov. 8. Paper ballots are available by request. Contact oblankson@sdcba.org.
Section and New Lawyer Division Leadership elections are open through this Thursday, Oct. 24. Voting is only necessary for sections with contested seats.View the candidates for each section and cast your vote here.
Events this week
CLE events are highlighted in red.
October
22
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
When Mentee Met Mentor
Labor and Employment Speed Networking Mixer
We will pair junior labor and employment lawyers with more experienced lawyers to answer questions about the practice.
October
23
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CLE event / Legal Ethics Series
Program 3: How to Run a Railroad
Program three will cover California’s new and revised Rules of Professional Conduct which impose significant new obligations on managing and supervising lawyers, including the possibility of vicarious discipline liability.
October
23
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Appellate Practice Section
Join the section to discuss matters relating to state and federal appellate courts and the Appellate Divisions of the Superior Courts.
October
24
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Coffee with Counsel
Worker's Compensation
Join us on Facebook live to learn about the types of injuries involved in workers' compensation cases, filing a claim, how to report an injury and more.
October
24
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Hands-on Workshop 1 of 2
Understanding and Harnessing the Power of Microsoft Styles
Bring your laptop and follow along as we discuss Word Styles and how they are the most important (and misunderstood) feature in Microsoft Word.
October
25
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!
October
25
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
CLE event / Friday Fundamentals Series
Exploring Bias and Discrimination in the Workplace
Join experienced panelists who will discuss how to recognize and address gender discrimination, as well as discrimination based on family responsibilities, gender expression and gender identity.
October
26
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
CLE event / Tips from the Bench
Preparing for and Litigating a Family Law Trial
Judge Mangione will offer tips for attorneys on how to effectively prepare for and execute a Family Law trial, starting from preparation as soon as you receive the case.
Next week
October
28
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
CLE event
Bankruptcy Law: Chapter 13 Update
Diverse panelists will talk about current issues and problems in today's Chapter 13 Bankruptcy practice, including recent cases, and changes in the law and rules, plus how they might impact future cases.
October
29
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
IP Law, Bus & Corp Law and NLD
Speed Networking Mixer
Junior lawyers will be paired with more experienced Intellectual Property Law and Business and Corporate lawyers to share information about the field and make networking contacts in five-minute intervals.
November
1
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
CLE event
Immigration USCIS District Director Updates
Alanna Y. Ow will provide an overview of USCIS's mission at the local level, as well as updates and changes regarding how USCIS fulfills its mission.
Ethics in Brief Article
Can You Rely On What Your Client Tells You to Avoid Malicious Prosecution?
By Carole Buckner
A recent decision, Litinsky v. Kaplan, addresses whether and to what extent to rely on information received from a client in filing a lawsuit. MORE»
Of Note
Give an Hour 2019: Help provide access to justice to the San Diego community by donating the equivalent of an hour of your billable time (or whatever you can) to the San Diego County Bar Foundation. A little goes a long way to help those in need!
President's Message
