LACBA News

Attorneys can make a real impact by volunteering with LACBA's Armed Forces Committee, helping veterans and service members receive essential legal support under the Servicemember Civil Relief Act. Consider joining this vital effort.

We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Kirk D. Dillman of McKool Smith who served as the LACBA Litigation Section Chair from 2015-16 and was honored with the 2018 Jim Robie Professionalism and Civility Award. Read more about Kirk from his friend and colleague Brian Kabateck.

Attorney Client Mediation and Arbitration Services provides mediation and arbitration for disputes related to attorney fees, as well as mandatory fee arbitration. Volunteer opportunties also available! 

Streamline your marketing efforts and grow your practice with SmartLaw. As a member of LACBA’s trusted lawyer referral service, you’ll receive customized client referrals directly to your inbox. 

The California Supreme Court is seeking qualified lawyers to represent indigent persons who have been sentenced to death in their direct appeal to the Supreme Court. Per the California Appellate Project- San Francisco, experienced appellate attorneys are encouraged to apply for appointment to these high-stakes cases, which include expert support, flexible scheduling, and competitive compensation.

Following recent headlines where it came to light that the State Bar took no action on matters of serious misconduct, the Bar faced scathing negative publicity and calls for more legislative oversight. As a response to significant media pressure, the State Bar removed the option of imposing non-public discipline on attorneys, which should only be used for low-level misconduct.

Jordan Wold is the new head of Los Angeles Lawyer magazine. As Senior Digital Content Editor, Wold will maintain the publication’s standard for trusted legal journalism. Learn more about Wold and plans for the publication.

Lawyers selecting a jury must do so in an ethical, non-discriminatory manner. Historically, this has been highly problematic and it will face greater complications with recent technical developments of  artificial intelligence software for use in the jury selection process.

In this quarter’s message, Judge Tapia highlights two important initiatives: the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan and the launch of Court Commons, a new civic platform connecting the Court with local communities.

Attorneys are needed for the 22nd Annual Dialogues on Freedom Program, November 13–14 at area schools. Inspire students by sharing perspectives on constitutional freedoms and the role of law in their lives.