LACBA News

Selective prosecution is a rare criminal defense that had its origins in California more than 100 years ago and resurfaces during times of civil disobedience and political strife. Recently, it was raised in the Trump hush money/election interference case in Manhattan and in the prosecution of right-wing extremists in Orange County.

The President's Advisory Committee on Women in the Legal Profession seeks nominations of women with outstanding legal careers who have helped pave the way for others. Submit nominations for the Elizabeth L. Kenney Women Lawyers of Achievement Award before the Aug. 16 extended deadline.

Join LACBA and mediation expert Susan M. Yates for an online course covering mediation processes, conflict theory, ethics, and essential skills. Starting July 18, the course runs every Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for four consecutive weeks. Register now to secure your spot!

LACBA’s Counsel for Justice (CFJ) is seeking an attorney to work 25 hours per week at its Immigration Legal Assistance Project clinic. Fluency in Spanish preferred.

In our world of quick and instantaneous interactions, lawyers and clients often communicate and come to agreement by email or text messages. Rule 1.4 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct requires lawyers to reasonably consult with the clients about the means used to accomplish the objectives and to keep clients reasonably informed about significant developments, but there is no requirement of a written communication.

2024-25 Board of Trustees, including President Sarvenaz Bahar and Barrister/Young Attorney Section President Harmony Gbe (pictured) were sworn in during LACBA's sold-out event.

It is an honor to introduce myself as the new President of LACBA Counsel for Justice. I would like to extend my gratitude to Tim Yoo for his leadership and dedication over the past year. I am also deeply appreciative of our incredible staff, project directors, and volunteers.

Read the midyear update from the Superior Court of Los Angeles County. Presiding Judge Jessner covers the impact of a $31 million budget cut, court reporter scholarships, civil trial backlogs, and connecting with Taylor Swift lyrics.

Don't miss the Concert Extraordinaire: Classical Favorites & Broadway Musicals, happening Saturday, June 22 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. The LA Lawyers Philharmonic & Legal Voices present this event, with a portion of ticket sales benefiting LACBA’s Counsel for Justice. 

As Kamala Harris runs for the Democratic presidential nomination, we revisit our Los Angeles Lawyer magazine feature with her husband, Douglas Emhoff. He answers questions about his work as an entertainment lawyer in L.A. and the issues and challenges he has taken over the past three years.