Tips from the Bench: Hon. Judy S. Bae — “Life is Not About the Destination but the Journey”
By Robert K. Shawhan Associate Attorney at Klinedinst PC
From Certain to Uncertain Career Path
Life is not so much about the pre-planned destination but is about the journey that leads us to where we were meant to be all along. The Honorable Judy S. Bae’s legal career path to becoming a lawyer and a judge is a testament to this maxim. Judge Bae grew up in Redlands, California and was raised by two physicians who worked at local teaching hospitals. As a young Asian American student, talented in the sciences, and with educated and supportive parents, it was almost pre-destined that Judge Bae would follow in her parent’s footsteps and become a physician.Read More
Bags N’ Brunch 2025: A Community Service Event with Lasting Impact
By Claudia Salinas NLD Chair and Staff Attorney at The Innocence Center
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, the San Diego County Bar Association’s New Lawyer Division (“NLD”) partnered with the San Diego Urban League Young Professionals (“SDULYP) for the second annual Bags N’ Brunch—an inspiring day of community service, connection, and empowerment. This year’s event not only continued a meaningful tradition but also expanded its impact, bringing together volunteers dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing hardship.Read More
For the Record Monthly ColumnLegal Life: The Trials, Tribulations, and Triumphs of the Everyday Attorney
By Stephanie S. Germani, Esq. Germani Law
Welcome to “Legal Life: The Trials, Tribulations, and Triumphs of the Everyday Attorney,” a new monthly “For The Record” column. This collaborative effort brings together the voices of our New Lawyer Division members to share the real, unfiltered experiences of life in the legal profession.Read More
By Elijah Gaglio Associate Attorney at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Happy December Everyone:
As we are wrapping up the end of the year, I would be remiss to not reflect on all that we accomplished this year at the San Diego County Bar Association. From moving into our brand-new building, to multiple community service events where we were able to give back to those most in need, and recently swearing in the newest class of attorneys, the SDCBA continues to make strides to be a home for all legal professionals. Read More
Navigating Early Legal Careers: Tips for Growth, Fulfillment, and Success
By: Claudia Salinas The Innocence Center Staff Attorney and NLD Vice Chair
The San Diego County Bar Association’s (“SDCBA”) New Lawyer Division (“NLD”) in partnership with California Western School of Law’s Career and Professional Development Office (“CPDO”), hosted an illuminating panel discussion on November 18, 2024 titled “The San Diego Legal Market for New Grads.” This hybrid event, held at the new SDCBA Bar Center and streamed online, offered invaluable advice for law students and recent graduates navigating the transition from law school to legal practice. Read More
Ethics for New Lawyers: Responsible Use of Generative AI
By Eric R. Deitz
Most lawyers have likely heard or read about other practitioners whose use of generative AI has resulted in unwantedoutcomes. Despite the risks of AI, the technology offers tremendous promise and efficiencies when utilized appropriately. Read More
By Lillian K. Glenister Associate Attorney at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
On March 20, 2024, the Honorable Rebecca F. Zipp was sworn in as a judge for the San Diego County Superior Court. Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Judge Zipp to the bench on March 12, 2024. Currently, Judge Zipp presides over civil harassment and gun violence restraining orders in Department 61.Read More
Understanding Licenses: What Are They and How to Enforce Them?
By: Jasmine K. Bond, J.D. Thomas Jefferson School of Law Class of 2024
What is a License?
Intellectual Property (IP) protection is vital for businesses, inventors, and individuals seeking to safeguard their creative works. But what happens when an IP owner wants to expand their market reach but lacks the resources to do so? One effective solution is licensing. Licensing allows the owner of intellectual property to grant others the right to use their IP without transferring ownership.[1] This can apply to trademarks, technologies, patents, copyrights, and even real estate. Read More
I am honored to have served as Co-Editor of the New Lawyer Division (“NLD”) Newsletter, For the Record for the past two years. Thank you to all the authors that contributed their time writing articles for, For the Record. We featured many articles about various legal topics, advice for new lawyers, and the new lawyer experience in general.Read More
