Here-Say June 2024 - Here-Say

Associate Executive Director's Corner

We're delighted to share some exciting updates with you. From Member Highlights to behind-the-scenes committee work and upcoming happenings including the Directory and more!
 

2025-2028 Membership Directory

Please update your photo, address and phone number by August 30th. 

If you would like to be included the Lawyer-to-Lawyer guide or Associate to Associate guide section of the directory, Make your selections no later than August 30th. 

I want to be in the Lawyer to Lawyers guide

I want to be in the Associate to Associate guide

Les Williams Diversity Award

Have you considered nominating YOURSELF for the Les Williams Diversity Award? We are in need of nominees. Nominate someone, anyone here. 

Deadline: September 13th

Nominate Now

MEMBER BENEFIT OF THE MONTH: SMOKEBALL LEGAL SOFTWARE

Get the industry-leading legal practice management software and get 15% off by being an SMCBA member

Creating the Law Firm of the Future: Navigating the Legal Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

A survey of new AI-related ethics matters, review related ethics opinions and guidelines issued by bar associations, and highlight AI developments in the judiciary.

The Legal Burnout Solution: A Guide to Self-Compassion for Lawyers

Most attorneys get into the profession because they want to help people - but many find it difficult to extend this same level of compassion to ourselves.

Suite for Rent by SMCBA

Suite 270 and 290 in the SMCBA building are vacant and available for lease. If interested, contact shannon.chircop@cushwake.com

See Office Suite Dimensions

The Nancy De Ita Scholarship

The 2024 Nancy de Ita Scholarship will stop accepting applications July 5th. 

Incoming and currently registered law students are encouraged to apply. See past winners here. 

Want to donate to the scholarship fund? You may do so here.

 Deadline: July 5, 2024

Save the Date: Judges Night

Save the Date! Judges Night will be August 29, 2024 at The Alexandria. 

This year, it is open to SMCBA members and their guests! Bring a spouse or friend! There will be food, live music, and drinks.

Register Here

State Bar of CA Changes for 2025

Changes are coming - State Bar of CA to Increase Fees for 2025: Read More Here 

There are also NEW MCLE requirements for 2025: View 

Did you know the February 2025 bar exam could be fully online? According to this memo, this could be the new cost-effective exam administration method.

BARRISTERS MONTHLY MEETINGS

The Barristers monthly meeting is Wed., June 5, 2024 (12-1 PM). 

If you are a Barrister and are seeking to get more involved in your local legal community in 2024, please contact Anderson Lam at alam@gff-law.com.

Work Life Balance Networking Event

Do you find work/life balance to be a tricky balancing act? 

If so, you are not alone! The Women Lawyers Section is hosting a networking and discussion on Work Life Balance on Thursday May 30, 2024 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at Hobee's Restaurant in Belmont.

Sign up

Photos - Women Lawyers' Spring Judges Luncheon

The Women Lawyers’ Section Spring Judges Luncheon happened. You missed it!

Considering a Career on the Bench?

The California Lawyers Association is hosting Pathways to the Bench on June 7, 2024.   

SMCBA members can register at the Litigation Section membership rate ($95) rather than non-member rate.

View Flyer

Legal Aid SMC Golf Tournament

The 33^rd Annual Legal Aid SMC Golf Classic is almost here!

Date: Monday, July 8, 2024. 

Location: Standford Golf Course 

40 HR Mediator Certificate Training

The Bar Association of San Fransisco (BASF) will be hosting a 40-Hour Mediator Certificate Training: October 5, 12, 19 and 26 - $100 off with SMCBA Discount Code: ADR100