A Lawyer’s Obligation of Candor
A Lawyer’s Obligation of Candor Lawyers have always had a duty to be honest and truthful pursuant to general ethical principles, as well as the State Bar Act. The newest version of the Rules...
Category: For New Attorneys
Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division
Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division Hi Everyone, I hope to see you this Saturday at NLD’s morning hike meet-up at Torrey Pines. It’ll be a great opportunity to network while...
Ground Hog Day Review – New Environmental Laws in 2022
Ground Hog Day Review – New Environmental Laws in 2022 On February 10, the SDCBA Environmental Law/Land Use Section met by Zoom to discuss new environmental and land use laws for 2022 in its...
Being a Part of a “Family” Law Firm: Tips for Success in Practicing with Family Members
Being a Part of a “Family” Law Firm: Tips for Success in Practicing with Family Members My mom and I work together as attorneys in a “family” law firm; we are family serving clients...
NLD Member Spotlight: Robert Theiring
NLD Member Spotlight: Robert Theiring Civil litigator Robert L. Theiring has never been afraid to try something new: “That’s one of the things my father taught me about life. The day you stop learning...
“Stop Silencing Stories”: SABA Panel Explores English Proficiency and Access to Justice
“Stop Silencing Stories”: SABA Panel Explores English Proficiency and Access to Justice Approximately 10% of San Diego County’s three million residents speak English less than “very well,” according to a recent census. Despite this...
Tips from the Bench: Judge Tamila Ipema
Tips from the Bench: Judge Tamila Ipema Judge Tamila Ebrahimi Ipema is the first Iranian-American Judge appointed to the bench of the California Superior Court in San Diego. She was born and raised in...
When Does a Demand Letter Constitute Extortion?
When Does a Demand Letter Constitute Extortion? The court’s decision in Falcon Brands, Inc. v. Mousavi & Lee, LLP, 2022 WL 246851 (Jan. 27, 2022) provides insight for all lawyers regarding when settlement demands...
Message from the Vice Chair of the NLD
Message from the Vice Chair of the NLD Greeting NLD Members, It is a pleasure to serve as your vice chair this year! I am excited to be a part of this year’s Executive...
The MLB’s Collective Bargaining Approach: Short-Term Gain Versus Long-Term Pain?
The MLB’s Collective Bargaining Approach: Short-Term Gain Versus Long-Term Pain? Major League Baseball (MLB) concluded its 2021 season on a high note with the Atlanta Braves taking down the widely hated Houston Astros. What...