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Join Erin Joyce and Greg Dorst for our upcoming webinar on substance use and THC in the legal profession.Erin Joyce brin...
06/15/2026

Join Erin Joyce and Greg Dorst for our upcoming webinar on substance use and THC in the legal profession.

Erin Joyce brings 25+ years of experience in State Bar investigations and trials, offering insight into the real-world risks attorneys face.

Greg Dorst, a former attorney turned Certified Addiction Specialist, shares his expertise supporting lawyers through substance use and mental health challenges.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ec2F6l

This week is jam-packed with exciting MCLE credit opportunities! Here's everything you need to know about what is going ...
06/15/2026

This week is jam-packed with exciting MCLE credit opportunities! Here's everything you need to know about what is going on at CLA this week!

Last week, we were honored to welcome 10 newly admitted attorneys and their families at our Swearing-In Ceremony. Repres...
06/12/2026

Last week, we were honored to welcome 10 newly admitted attorneys and their families at our Swearing-In Ceremony. Representing law schools from across the country, these new lawyers took an important step in their professional journey as they were sworn in by Chief United States District Judge Troy L. Nunley. The ceremony featured remarks from legal and academic leaders and was co-hosted by UC Davis School of Law, University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, and Lincoln Law School of Sacramento.

Congratulations to our newest attorneys! We look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the legal profession!

Happening TODAYPresented by the Cannabis Practitioner Group, this webinar will explore: - Regulatory requirements for Ca...
06/11/2026

Happening TODAY

Presented by the Cannabis Practitioner Group, this webinar will explore:
- Regulatory requirements for California-licensed cannabis operators
- Tax compliance considerations
- Common compliance and taxation challenges facing attorneys and cannabis businesses

If you work with cannabis operators or want to better understand California’s evolving cannabis landscape, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4nqQghz

AI adoption is accelerating and access to justice remains a challenge. And concerns about the rule of law are growing. T...
06/10/2026

AI adoption is accelerating and access to justice remains a challenge. And concerns about the rule of law are growing. The 8am 2026 Legal Industry Report explores how legal professionals are responding to these shifts and what they mean for the future of legal practice.

If staying ahead of industry change matters to you, this report is essential reading.

Download the report for free today: https://bit.ly/4o17EtB

The sixth annual CLA Summer Walking Challenge is back, and registration is open!Presented by the CLA Health and Wellness...
06/10/2026

The sixth annual CLA Summer Walking Challenge is back, and registration is open!

Presented by the CLA Health and Wellness Committee, this free, virtual challenge invites legal professionals, friends, and family to spend four weeks walking their way across a virtual route through the picturesque Aegean Islands. Gather a team of five and enjoy a wellness-focused adventure inspired by one of the Mediterranean’s most breathtaking destinations.

📍 Challenge Runs: June 13–July 12, 2026

If you're kicking off the challenge at Solo & Small Firm Summit this year, comment below! Don't miss your chance to participate & register here by June 15: https://calawyers.bigteamchallenge.com/

AI is changing the way attorneys work, but how can you use it responsibly?Watch the replay of “The Ethics of Using AI in...
06/10/2026

AI is changing the way attorneys work, but how can you use it responsibly?

Watch the replay of “The Ethics of Using AI in Legal Research & Document Drafting—Boosting Productivity Without Crossing the Line” to learn practical guidance on using AI tools ethically in your law practice.

Topics include:
- AI-assisted legal research
- Drafting pleadings and contracts
- Protecting client confidentiality
- Avoiding ethical and malpractice pitfalls

Hear insights from Marina Fraigun, Jeremy Morse Evans, and Jessica Eaves Mathews.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4nT8zME

Happening TODAY!Step Into Wellness: Kick Off the 2026 CLA Wellness Walking ChallengePresented by the Health & Wellness C...
06/09/2026

Happening TODAY!

Step Into Wellness: Kick Off the 2026 CLA Wellness Walking Challenge

Presented by the Health & Wellness Committee, this webinar will share practical tips for adding more walking into your daily routine and help you get started with the 2026 CLA Wellness Walking Challenge.

Lace up your sneakers and take the first step toward wellness!

Register today: https://bit.ly/4ud9xpw

Looking for engaging and informative sessions to add to your calendar? We've got you covered! Here's everything happenin...
06/08/2026

Looking for engaging and informative sessions to add to your calendar? We've got you covered! Here's everything happening at CLA this week.

Can the smell or sight of cannabis still justify a search in California?Join us on July 8 for Fresh or Burnt? Search and...
06/08/2026

Can the smell or sight of cannabis still justify a search in California?

Join us on July 8 for Fresh or Burnt? Search and Seizure Law Governing Cannabis in California After Sellers v. Superior Court, presented by the Cannabis Practitioners Group and Criminal Law Section.

This program will explore the California Supreme Court's landmark Sellers decision, key post–Proposition 64 cases, important exceptions, and what remains legal in California's evolving cannabis landscape.

Speakers: Jessica C. McElfresh and Brian Amaya

Self-study credit available.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4o239yQ

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