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OCBA Summer Social: Countless Voices, One Community
Thursday, June 5, 2025
*Sponsorship Opportunities Available*
Summer is almost here! The OCBA is gathering at The Boardwalk again this year to celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession.
Join fellow members and connect over hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
The evening’s events will include great networking opportunities, door
prizes, and the presentation of the Lei Lei Wang Ekvall Award to The Honorable Fred W. Slaughter, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Southern Division.
Click here to register.
Featured Seminar
Presented by the OCBA Education Committee and AI Task Force
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Registered prior to 5/30/25 to receive a bonus ZOOM MCLE session.
Click here to register online.
OCBA News
Application Deadline: Monday, June 16, 2025
Nominations are being accepted for four seats for Directors At Large and the Office of Secretary. Applications should be submitted to the OCBA Nominating Committee, c/o OCBA, P.O. Box 6130, Newport Beach, CA 92658 or e-mailed to sgee@ocbar.org. All nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025. Click here to download the application. The Nominating Committee, chaired by President-Elect Shirin Forootan, will meet in July to select the slate of candidates for the OCBA election in the fall.
Worthy Mentions
Have Good News of Your Own to Share? Contact OCBA Communications
Manager Erick Palacios at epalacios@ocbar.org
to acknowledge your achievement through the OCBA.
Events
MAY 19, 2025
Justice Thomas M. Goethals Retirement Reception
MAY 20, 2025
OCBA Masters, YLD, and Mentoring Committee: Speed Mentoring & Networking Event
MAY 22, 2025
OCBA, PLC, and OC Superior Court Immigration Information Session 2
MAY 24, 2025
OCBA Hike
Hosted by the OCBA Lawyer Well-Being Committee, Mommy Esquire Committee, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm Section, and Young Lawyers Division
MAY 29, 2025
OCBA Veterans & Military Committee: Introduction to Veterans Benefits and Discharge Upgrades
JUNE 5, 2025
OCBA Summer Social: Countless Voices, One Community
*Sponsorship Opportunities Available*
JUNE 10, 2025
OCBA Mommy Esquire Monthly Meeting
JUNE 12, 2025
OCBA MFA New Arbitrator Orientation & Training
Must become a member of OCBA MFA Committee to attend this training.
Please contact feearbitration@ocbar.org for an application for appointment to the MFA Committee or for more information.
JUNE 14, 2025
OCBA Artificial Intelligence Symposium
JUNE 18, 2025
California Supreme Court Historical Society: A Tale of Two Stadiums
SAVE THE DATE
Volunteer Opportunities
Orange County District Attorney’s Office - Trial Attorney Partnership (TAP)
The Orange County District Attorney’s Office established the Trial Attorney Partnership (TAP) program to offer a select group of private attorneys the opportunity to gain invaluable courtroom experience. Through TAP, participants handle contested evidentiary hearings, litigate motions, and conduct jury trials. View the informational brochure or flyer detailing the program and featuring testimonials from former participants. Attorneys considering the program will be provided with comprehensive training, valuable courtroom experience, and the opportunity to earn significant MCLE credits—all at no cost. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact the OCDA at TAP-Program@ocdapa.org.
Level Up For Justice
Family Law Pro Bono Opportunities with the Public Law Center are ongoing and available. Level 1 pro bono help includes a free consultation and advice. Level 2 pro bono help includes a free consultation, document preparation, and advice. Level 3 pro bono help includes a free consultation, document preparation, advice, plus representation. Contact Angela Mestre (Pro Bono Coordinator, Public Law Center) via email at amestre@publiclawcenter.org for more information.
Orange County Superior Court - Ambassador Recruitment Program
The Orange County Superior Court serves 3.2 million residents in the third most populated county in the State of California. As the 6th largest court in the nation, the Orange County Superior Court hosts hundreds of visitors every year. The ambassador program is designed to help these visitors gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the work of the Court, its history, and the art, and architecture of the building. All applicants are required to submit a completed online application, have the proper attachments, and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Interested in applying? Email CommunityEngagement@occourts.org.
Veterans Legal Institute Family Law Clinic - Remote Volunteer Opportunity
If you're a family law attorney, you can advise a veteran on his or her case from the comfort of your own home. VLI seeks volunteers to the monthly Family Law Clinic on the last Friday of the month from 1 PM - 4 PM. Clients receive a free consultation from a family law attorney on his or her Southern California family law case. For more information, please contact Katie Binkley at kbinkley@vetslegal.com.
Veterans Legal Institute General Legal Clinic - Remote Volunteer Opportunity
Looking for an easy way to volunteer from the comfort of your own home? VLI seeks attorney volunteers each third Tuesday of the month to conduct 20 minute phone interviews with veterans around Southern California. For more information, please contact Katie Binkley at kbinkley@vetslegal.com.
CLA SoCal: Remote Pro Bono Opportunity: Unlawful
Detainer Answer Clinic
Assist low-income tenants facing eviction during the pandemic by helping
to prepare answers to Unlawful Detainer complaints in this remote clinic that
takes place every Tuesday, shifts at 1:30 p.m. and 2:15 p.m.
Volunteers and clients “meet” via a conference call, and housing staff attorneys
are available to provide real-time assistance in a video conference room for
the duration of the clinic. Watch the.45-minute prerecorded training video here. To sign up, please
email Monica Mar, Associate Director of Pro Bono at mmar@clsocal.org.
CLA SoCal: Remote Pro Bono Opportunity: Eviction
Defense: Trial Co-Counsel
CLA SoCal is seeking attorneys with jury trial experience to co-counsel eviction
cases with CLA SoCal staff attorneys. Volunteers will work with CLA SoCal staff
to prepare the case for jury trial, conduct discovery, participate in settlement
discussions, and represent clients at trial, all with the support of a housing
staff attorney. To sign up, please email Monica Mar, Associate Director of Pro Bono at mmar@clsocal.org.
Join an
OCBA Committee – Your involvement is an integral component
of the OCBA’s service to its members, the community, and the judiciary.
OCBA
HELP-Line – Join the Hotline of Experienced
Legal Professionals to provide brief consultations
in your area of practice to inquiring OCBA Attorney Members.
The OCBA Lawyer Referral & Information Service is NOW accepting 2025 LRIS New Member Applications.
Join for only $225 to receive referrals now through 2025! Discounted for OCBA Members only.
Click here to join or email lris@ocbar.org for more information.
Young Lawyers Division
Learn more about the OCBA Young Lawyers Division or join today! Visit the OCBA calendar to find great
opportunities to connect with fellow YLD members.
MAY 20, 2025
OCBA Masters, YLD, and Mentoring Committee: Speed Mentoring & Networking Event
MAY 24, 2025
OCBA Hike
Hosted by the OCBA Lawyer Well-Being Committee, Mommy Esquire Committee, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm Section, and Young Lawyers Division
JUNE 7, 2025
OCBA YLD Health & Wellness Committee: Namaste & Nourish
Limited space. Register early.
Masters Division
The OCBA Masters Division is open to practitioners with 25 years or
more in the practice of law. Learn more about the OCBA Masters Division or join today and discover unique networking opportunities.
MAY 20, 2025
OCBA Masters, YLD, and Mentoring Committee: Speed Mentoring & Networking Event
JUNE 23, 2025
OCBA Masters Division Angels Game Night 2025
Law School Corner
OCBA Law Student Members:
Launching a successful legal career starts here! Click here to learn more about your membership benefits.
Law students are invited to participate in one of the 26 OCBA Specialty Sections which focus on professional growth and are a great resource to explore various areas of law. Attend your first section meeting for free, contact membership@ocbar.org to sign up.
Orange County Lawyer Magazine
Update Your Mailing Address
During this time, if you wish to re-route your print subscription to another address, you can update your OCBA member profile online.
Interested in advertising?
The OCBA has three main avenues of advertising to OCBA members and the greater legal community. DIGITAL ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES are available year round. For more information, visit the OCBA Advertising webpage or contact oclawyer@ocbar.org.
Affiliate Bars
From the Courts & State Bar
For more information, please visit the Courts and State
Bar websites.
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There’s a new ethics opinion, from Wisconsin, addressing the “Lawyer as Witness” rule, RPC 3.7. While every state has adopted the ABA’s Model Rules, most states have also modified the language of the Rules in places, so be sure to consult your jurisdiction’s version of the Rules when considering this issue. 
