Straightforward Works Best — in Several Respects
“Tell them the truth. You practice according to the Rules of Professional Conduct — because you have to. And because it’s good for the client, too, in the long run."
Monthly Archive: March 2020
What Makes a Good Lawyer?
After 35 years practicing and teaching law, the following comes to mind...
The Impact of Blockchain on the Legal Field
Due to the relative infancy of blockchain, innovators are still defining how law firms can use blockchain technology. It’s an important consideration in discussing blockchain for lawyers - it has not operated at full-scale (yet).
SDCBA President’s Message Remembering Judge William B. Enright
San Diego recently lost a revered jurist, mentor, and community leader, Judge William B. Enright.
Myth Busters: Practicing Cyber Law is not Just Zeros and Ones
Throughout San Diego, cyber attorneys are finding themselves advising clients on issues related to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data privacy, eCommerce, information governance, third-party service agreements, and insurance, among other things.
Important Update on SDCBA Events and Operations
We continue to prioritize the health and safety of our members and staff, while also playing a constructive role in supporting local health officials and government leaders as they work to contain the virus.
The Ethics of Flat Fee Agreements
How should a lawyer calculate the amount of the unearned fee due to the client where the fee agreement provides for a flat fee paid in advance and the lawyer does not complete all services required under the flat fee agreement?
The Ostrich Effect: Understanding Digital Assets
This article explores why burying our heads in the sand about digital assets is wrong on many levels.
2020 Technology Jambalaya
As we start a new decade, this article looks ahead to the changes and challenges of the New Year.
President’s Message: March 9, 2020
The SDCBA has gone above and beyond the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommended coronavirus guidelines and is taking every precaution to ensure the health and safety of our staff and members.