Did you know that the San Diego County Bar Foundation is the SDCBA’s “sister” organization, a stand-alone 501(c)(3) with its own separate Board of Directors? The Foundation strives to provide access to justice by investing in sustainable results and advocacy for people and communities in our region that are impacted by poverty, abuse, and discrimination. It strengthens the profession by providing lawyers the opportunity to contribute to the quality and benefit of San Diego County.Read More
September is here in full force, and we need to talk all things Mock Trial, Leadership Academy, and SDCBA Elections! Even though they both take place in 2022, deadlines are fast approaching for both programs that you don’t want to miss.Read More
In case you were still blissfully enjoying your “endless” summer, here is your friendly Public Service Announcement that you’ve only got about three weeks left to soak in that summer sun. This week marks the start of September! The Pumpkin Spice Latte is already back at Starbucks. Halloween is in 62 days. Diwali is in 66 days. Thanksgiving is in 87 days. Hanukkah is in 90 days. Christmas is in 117 days. Kwanzaa is in 118 days. I count down to this time of year because Autumn is my favorite season, and Halloween is my favorite holiday.Read More
As I dropped my son off for his first day of school today, he masked up without complaint, but said quietly to me, “I’m a little nervous inside my belly to see my friends. What if they don’t remember me?” I understood that completely. I was surprised at how nervous I was last week to reconnect with friends in person.Read More
After 17 months of being shut down due to the pandemic, we are hosting our first in-person (though outside!) event; the SDCBA and NLD Summer Social! It will feature a DJ, giveaways, and ice cream, along with the opportunity to network in person with about 200 (and counting) of your colleagues. Feedback from our members on the event runs the gamut. Some members are excited to reunite in person. Some are excited, but also nervous with the rising reported COVID-19 cases. Others are not ready to join in the in-person festivities. I feel all these things.Read More
This week is the State Bar of California Bar Exam (July 27-28). Do you remember when you took it? Everyone has their stories, some of which have elevated to urban legend status! Have you heard about the tractor-trailer of spilled Cream of Mushroom soup that shut down the freeway the morning of the Bar Exam?? (Did that really happen? Anyone??)Read More
There are currently 12 openings in the San Diego Superior Court. If you are an attorney with at least ten years in practice and have been considering taking the next step in your career, this is a great time to submit a Judicial Appointment application. I’ll note that the application is substantial and takes time to complete. Get started now if you want to be considered!Read More
And just like that, it’s August! Today is the last day to submit your self nominations for both Committee appointments, as well as nominations for running for the Board. (They’re due by 5:00 p.m. – and yes, even if you’re seeing this in the afternoon, you can still get those in by the deadline.)Read More
“Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader… they set out to make a difference. It’s never about the role- always about the goal.” – Lisa HaishaRead More
