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OCBA News

Notice from the Clerk - Recruitment Notice for Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference Lawyer Representatives

The United States District Court, Central District of California, is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals.

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OCBA Mourns the Passing of Franklin G. West honoree Judge Francisco P. Briseño (Ret.)

It's with great sadness that the OCBA shares the passing of Judge Francisco P. Briseño (Ret.), 2010 Franklin G. West honoree.

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OCBA Mourns the Passing of Maurice L. Evans

The OCBA mourns the passing of Maurice L. Evans, 1997 Franklin G. West honoree.
 

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OCBA Member Alert - Proposed State Bar of California Dues Increase

The OCBA's Future of the Profession Task Force, co-chaired by Nikki Miliband, Scott Garner and Dan Robinson, has highlighted a proposal by the State Bar of California to increase attorney dues.

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American Bar Association - Press Release: Unanimously Adopts Policy Encouraging Early Dispute Resolution

At its recent Mid-Year Meeting, the American Bar Association (ABA) House of Delegates (House) unanimously approved Resolution 500 urging lawyers and all interested parties to increase the informed and voluntary use of Early Dispute Resolution (EDR).

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Orange County Superior Court: Rules and Forms - Invitation to Comment - Spring 2024

The Rules and Forms Committee of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange, has proposed new and revised Local Rules of Court. Pursuant to California Rules of Court, rule 10.613, the Court invites you to comment on the following changes to the local rules. If approved, the proposed changes will be effective July 1, 2024.

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Orange County Superior Court Announcement: Family Law Division Opens Application Process For Pro Bono Services List- Servicemember Civil Relief Act

The Family Law division of Orange County Superior Court has opened the application process to establish a list of available counsel for appointment of pro bono services.

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Awards & Accolades

OCBA Secretary Eric V. Traut Receives Highest Honor from CAL-ABOTA

2024 OCBA Secretary Eric V. Traut has been recognized as the recipient of the CAL-ABOTA 2024 Trial Lawyer of the Year Award.

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Super Lawyers Names OCBA Members As Up-and-Coming Southern California Rising Stars

The Super Lawyers 2024 Up-and-Coming Southern California Rising Stars edition recognized OCBA members.

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Super Lawyers Names OCBA Members As Top Southern California Lawyers

The Super Lawyers 2024 Top Southern California Lawyers edition recognized OCBA members as Top Lawyers.

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Members On The Move

OCBA Board Member Sharon Oh-Kubisch Joins Kahana Feld as Partner

Kahana Feld recently announce that Sharon Oh-Kubisch, Esq., joined the firm as a Partner at the Irvine Office.

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Snell & Wilmer Elevates Three OCBA Members

Snell & Wilmer announced that six attorneys have been elected to join the firm’s partnership, effective March 1, 2024, including Orange County-based attorney Marshall J. Hogan. Additionally, six attorneys were promoted to the counsel role, effective January 1, 2024, including Orange County-based Katharine A. Adams and Jenny Hua.

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OCBA Member Judge Linda S. Marks Joins Judicate West

Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has added Judge Linda S. Marks, formerly with the Orange County Superior Court, to its roster of neutrals.

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