ABOTA SF

05/06/2026

05/04/2026

New Member Monday ⚖️

SF ABOTA is pleased to welcome Anne J. Kepner as our newest member.

Anne is a Partner at Needham Kepner & Fish, LLP, with a distinguished career in litigation and a longstanding commitment to public service. In addition to her legal practice, she serves as a Trustee for the West Valley-Mission Community College District, where she has held leadership roles including Board President and Vice President.

Anne is also an active community leader, serving on the Mission City Community Fund Board and helping guide the organization through critical periods of growth and need.

She earned her J.D. from UC Law San Francisco and her B.S. from San José State University.

Please join us in welcoming Anne to SF ABOTA.

04/30/2026

Throwback Thursday!

SF ABOTA volunteers came together on April 24 at the SF-Marin Food Bank to give back in a meaningful way. 💙

Together, we assembled 1,023 grocery bags—surpassing our goal of 900—to support individuals and families in our community who are unable to shop for themselves.

Grateful for a day of service, teamwork, and impact.

04/27/2026

New Member Monday ⚖️
SF ABOTA proudly welcomes Alison Crane as our newest member.
Alison is a Partner at Bledsoe, Diestel, Treppa & Crane LLP, where she has built an exceptional career in litigation spanning more than two decades. Known for her strength in civil litigation and trial advocacy, she has earned the respect of colleagues and clients alike.
She received her J.D. from Boston University School of Law and her B.A. in English and History from Villanova University, where she was also a member of the women’s rowing team.
Please join us in welcoming Alison to SF ABOTA.

04/24/2026

Flashback Friday ⚖️

Great conversations, shared purpose, and strong connections—another meaningful membership meeting in the books.

At our February 2026 meeting, SF ABOTA was proud to present the David B. Lynch Legends Award to Edward J. Nevin in recognition of his remarkable career as a trial lawyer, his unparalleled service to ABOTA, and his steadfast guidance and support of the San Francisco ABOTA membership.

Moments like these reflect what makes this organization special—honoring excellence, strengthening our community, and continuing a shared commitment to the highest standards of trial advocacy.

Grateful for the camaraderie and dedication that bring our members together.

04/20/2026

✨ Member Monday ✨

We’re excited to kick things off by welcoming all of our incredible new members from 2025! 🎉

Each week moving forward, we’ll be highlighting one amazing individual from this group—sharing their story, celebrating their impact, and getting to know what makes them so special.

Welcome to our organization—we’re so glad you’re here! 🤝🌟

03/17/2026

Congratulations to Joseph P. McMonigle, recipient of the 2026 CAL-ABOTA Trial Lawyer of the Year award.

This honor recognizes a trial lawyer who exemplifies excellence in advocacy, a distinguished career in the courtroom, and a steadfast commitment to civility, ethics, and fairness in the legal profession.

Joe will be formally recognized at the CAL-ABOTA Hawaii Conference this November, and we look forward to celebrating him locally with our members at the SF ABOTA Membership Meeting on April 30.

Please join us in congratulating Joe on this well-deserved recognition and for his continued dedication to the rule of law and the highest principles of trial advocacy and justice.

02/20/2026

Happy ! On September 20, 2025, SF ABOTA hosted our first-ever Flash Trials, giving attorneys the opportunity to step into a realistic, low-stakes courtroom setting and sharpen their advocacy skills from start to finish.

From witness prep and voir dire to openings, closings, and jury deliberations, participants were fully immersed in the trial experience, receiving valuable, real-time feedback. The energy in the room was incredible, the advocacy was strong, and the learning was even stronger.

A huge thank you to our participants, volunteers, and supporters who made this inaugural Flash Trials such a success. We can’t wait to do it again!