BIG NEWS for Smaller Firms is the official publication of the
The Magazine of the Solo and Small Firm Section and the new version of our old publication, The Practitioner.

About Big News
Letter From the Chair From the Latest Issue
Contents of Recent Issues
Editorial Guidelines
2006 Calendar
2006 Deadlines

About Big News

BIG NEWS for Smaller Firms has plenty of new sections and features. More than ever, we encourage you to contribute! Contact Lisa Miller at Editor@LMillerconsulting.com.

Subscription to Big News is a benefit of membership in the Section. To start receiving Big News, simply join the section.

Letter From the Chair-Elect

Dear Colleagues,

Welcome to our Welcome New Members annual issue of BIG NEWS. Approximately 2,500 new admitters have recently joined our Section. We are thrilled to have all of them and hope to serve them well.

The Executive Committee has been working hard to suss out the best way to support and guide these new admittees. The New Admittees Committee, under the inspired leadership of Chair-Elect Marilyn Monahan, has crafted several welcome projects for our new members.

These events include working with local bars throughout the state to sponsor networking/
mentoring mixers. Plans are set for Southern California and Northern California. The
second wave of events will target Santa Maria and Fresno. Watch your local bar newsletters
for more information. We hope to see you there. Contact mamonahan@earthlink.net.

The Section is plowing ahead with further plans for the State Bar Annual Meeting in San
Diego in September ‘09. In addition to a roster of forward-looking programs presented by
knowledgeable practitioners, the Section is planning some “downtime” activities as well.

On Friday night, September 11, 2009 at 7:00 pm, the Section is hosting a cocktail
reception for all parties interested in the issues facing solo and small firm practitioners. The
reception will include drinks and hors de’ oeuvres and awards ceremonies for outstanding
service to the smaller firm practice community. The Section will be presenting a “Meet the
Mentors” table at the event, which includes a number of experienced practitioners who are
listed in the Section’s Lawyer-to-Lawyer directory. These generous souls make themselves
available to advise newer practitioners on all practice topics. Contact gr8calilawyer@hotmail.
com.

And the Section publications would like to hear from all of you as well. The publications
seek to create a state-wide small firm practice community as well as deliver useful articles and free MCLE to help practitioners work more effectively and efficiently. BIG NEWS for Smaller Firms focuses on items of general interest to smaller firm practitioners throughout the state. Its supplement, Trial Style, focuses on all aspects of the dispute resolution experience.

Both publications welcome submissions on any related area from all sources. Please donot be shy - let us know what you are up to, what your needs are, and what you prefer. We are dedicated to accommodating the legal community throughout the state. Contact Editor@ LMillerconsulting.com for information. Hope to see you in San Diego!

Lisa Miller
Chair, Solo and Small Firm Section

Contents of Recent Issues

Below are the tables of contents of recent issues. Recent issues Solo and Small Firm publications are now posted in our Members Only Area.

Big News - Free Winter Issue
October/November 2009 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
Time to Get Going
By Marilyn A. Monahan

Member Benefits
Easy Discounts in Hard Times
By Michael R. Sohigian

The Seen As Told to The Eye

Trend
Marinas, Karaoke, Wild Boars and Amusement Parks
By Harmon Sieff

Free MCLE
Selling a Judgement Debtor’s Home to Enforce a Judgement
Building a Winning Case
By Matthew C. Mickelson

Big Money
Coming and Going
Special Errands Can Create Liability for Employers
By Timothy A. Lambirth and Graham A. Bentley

Firm Management
Marketing Your Practice
Step One: Know Who You Are
By Shirish Gupta and Peter Bloom

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Skill Builder: Ruling Neglected: Objection Waived
How to Make a Proper Record for Appeal
By James Azadian

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Business Builder: Starting Your Own Practice?
Eight Practical Items to Consider
By Janet Brewer

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Michael M. Sloan Establishes Practice in Central California
Focuses on General Practice and Litigation
By Staff Reports

Court Reporter
Los Angeles Superior Court Update

Highlights
Cotkin Law Group Founded
Attorneys from Cotkin & Collins Re-Group

Downtime
The Oracle: New Employee, New Problems
Managing an Absent Office-Mate’s Subordinate
By Philida Delphia

Downtime
In Ballance: Adding It Up To Keep Weight Down
10 “Kid-Sized” Eating Tips to Stay Slim Through the Holidays
By Beatrice Ballance

Big News
June/July 2009 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
By Lisa Miller

Member Benefits
Explore the Growing List of Offers from the Section
By Michael R. Sohigian

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Robert Vars Lectures on Dispute Resolution

Trend
New Real Estate Issues: Not Just Plowing the Same Old Ground
By Harmon J. Sieff

Free MCLE
Liens 101 11
Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Government and Many Others
By Eleanor G. Southers

Practitioner
Layoff Headaches for Employers
Reductions in Force Must Be Carefully Planned
By Cynthia Elkins

Big Idea
The Souter Discontinuity
By Matthew C. Mickelson

Firm Management
Boosting Productivity with Twitter
New Communication Technology Can Make a Difference
By Frank Buddenbrock

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Web 2.0 and the Small Law Firm
Software as a Service and Cloud Computing
By William G. Wais

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Business Skills for New Lawyers
What Nobody Taught You in Law School
By Valerie Fontaine

SPECIAL SECTION: Focus on New Lawyers
Financial Concerns
How to Find the Money You’ll Need
By Alexis Martin Neely

Downtime
The Oracle
Committing to a Partnership. But Without the Commitment Part
Alternative Joint Venture Ideas
By Philida Delphia

In Ballance
Wet and Wild
Enjoy that Summer Smoothie!
By Beatrice Ballance

Big News
March 2009 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
By Lisa Miller

Considerable Conflict
State Bar Explores Malpractice Insurance Affordability Issues
By Matthew C. Mickelson

The Seen As Told to The Eye

Trend
Guns, Drugs, and Emergency Calls
New Laws for a New Year
By Harmon Sieff

Free MCLE
Representing Undocumented Aliens
Issues and Answers
By Jose Urcis

Big Money
Banks Not Liable. Yes, It’s True
Payee’s Malfeasance is Not Bank’s Liability
By Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph Catmull

Paralegal Corner
Legal Emergency
Time for a Qualified Paralegal
by Carolyn Yellis

In Practice
Getting a Handle on Handbooks
Drafting Documents that Employees Will Read
By Alfred Klein

Business Development Beat
Head Honcho
How to Position Yourself as an Expert at (Almost) Anything
By Sharon Berman

Legislative Update
by Carolyn Yellis

Highlights
Breath of Fresh Air
by Staff Reports

Super-Mediator Named Superlawyer
by Staff Reports

New Name–New Look–New Address
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle 30
Hey, Let’s Get Together!
By Philida Delphia

In Ballance
Recession-Proof Your Meals
By Beatrice Ballance

Big News
October/November 2008 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Lisa Miller

Letter to the Editor

Member Benefits
by Michael R. Sohigian

The Seen As Told to The Eye

Trend
Voiding Non-Compete Agreements
E-Verify to Screen Employees and Hospitals are Reigned In
by Harmon Sieff

Free MCLE
Compliance Conundrum
Legal Requirements for Paralegals Explained
By Carolyn C. Yellis

Big Money
Insecure Secured Lenders
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Regina Ashkinadze

Highlights
Lewitt, Hackman Ahead of the Franchise Curve
by Staff Reports

Palmer, Lombardi & Donahue Expanding
by Staff Reports

Strategic Negotiation Seminar Offered
by Staff Reports

Kestenbaum, Eisner & Gorin Adds Firepower
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle
Ouch! Law Practice Hurts!

In Ballance
Danger! But What to Say??
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
August/September 2008 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Lisa Miller

New Executive Committee Members

Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Courtroom Recognition
by Staff Reports

Effective Remedy
by Staff Reports

COVER STORY
No Sleep for New Section Chair
Lisa Miller to Expand Member Benefits and Services
by Matthew C. Mickelson

Trend
Marriage, Fashion, and Nosy Employers
Developments in Law and Legislation
by Harmon Sieff

Who Are You?
Your Client Has Been a Victim of Identity Theft.. So Now What?
by Sara J. Lipowitz

Free MCLE
Privacy and Health Information
An Employer’s Perspective
By Marilyn Monahan

In Practice
Digital Entertainment
It’s the Only Way to Go. Forever
by James C. Roberts III and Michael Leventhal

Paralegal Corner
Paralegal Pay
Equal Access to Justice Act and Richlin Security Service v. Chertoff, Secretary of Homeland Security
by Carolyn C. Yellis

Highlights
Driving Toward Victory
by Staff Reports

Money for Nothing
by Staff Reports

Put Me In, Coach!
by Staff Reports

Take Cover
by Staff Reports

Commissioners Hear Leaders’ Experiences re Judges
by Kulvinder Singh

Downtime
Election Year
Oops! Did They Just Say That?
by Carolyn Yellis

Law Firm Coach
Is There an Elephant in Your Law Office?
by Eleanor Southers

The Oracle
by Ms. Delphia

In Ballance
Caution, Counsel, You Are Now Entering the Fat-Free Zone
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
January / February 2008 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Featured Speaker Ken Tanji Offers Practical Advice to Rapt Audience
by Staff Reports

Myer Sankary Speaks at Bar Meeting
by Staff Reports

Trend
New Laws for a New Year
by Harmon Sieff

COVER STORY
Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Extending the Attorney-Client Privilege to Indirect Communications with Corporate Employees
by Deborah A. Berthel

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Point-of-View
It’s Baaack
The Proposed Malpractice Insurance Disclosure Rule Rears Its Ugly Head. Again!
by Matthew C. Mickelson

Big Money
Help! Employers are Drowning!
Tidal Wave of Big Money Retaliation Verdicts Heading Their Way
By Timothy A. Lambirth and Renée Orth

In Practice
The Truth About Lies
by Wendy Patrick Mazzarella

Legislative Update
Everything You Need to Know
by Carolyn C. Yellis

Highlights
Sue M. Mendavid-Arbiv, Stacey L. West, Nicole L. Kamm Headline Supervisory Training Seminar
by Staff Reports

George M. Treister Speaks on Bankruptcy Law
by Staff Reports

Meal Ticket
Restaurant Notes
Downtown Los Angeles
by Ken Tanji

Downtime
The Oracle
Resolutions Revisited
by Ms. Delphia

In Ballance
Toxins Toxins Everywhere?
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
November/December 2007 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji

The Seen As Told to The Eye

Point-of-View
A Sikh Wearing a Turban
Exercising Religious Freedom
by Kulvinder Singh

Big Money
Big Money, Minimum Contacts
The Long Arm Reaches Judgment Creditors: DomesticationPlus Can Subject Judgment Creditors to Specific PersonalJurisdiction, Says the Ninth Circuit
by Timothy A. Lambirth & Renée Orth

Trend
Not Born to Work in the USA
Immigration Issues for Skilled Foreign Nationals
By James E. Root

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Interactive Trademarks 2.0
Selection, Clearance & Registration
by William E. Maguire

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Highlights
Pat Barrera in Manhattan Beach
Opens New Offices
by Staff Reports

Six Small Firm Lawyers Headline Courtroom Seminar
Discovery & Evidence Lecture
by Staff Reports

Alan Cyrlin Earns AV Peer Review Rating
Ervin, Cohen & Jessup Partner
by Staff Reports

Sharon Miller Wins Trust Contest
Step-Parent at Odds with Step-Children
by Staff Reports

Trial Style
Joan M. Cotkin Wins Rescission TS-1 for Insurance Client

Downtime
The Oracle
by Ms. Delphia

In Ballance
Too Shook Up to Speak Out?
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
August/September2007 (Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Telephonic Meeting Minutes
June 21, 2007
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji

Message from the Chair
Telling It Like It Is
by Roberta J. Burnette

The Seen As Told to The Eye
WorldEsquire Law Firm Ready for Global Domination
Lawyers Set Sights on All of Planet Earth

Cotkin & Collins Maintains Big Presence at Defense Bar Seminar
Law Firm Partners at Century City Event
by Staff Reports

From Counsel Table to Bench. And Back Again
Sue M. Bendavid-Arbiv tries cases and hears them, too!
by Staff Reports

Focus
Broad Background, Broader Focus
New Section Chair Roberta J. Burnette
by Staff Reports

Solo & Small Firm Section Welcomes New Members to the Executive Committee
Matthew C. Mickelson, Michael R. Sohigian, Douglas Jacobs, and J. Craig Williams Join the Team
by Staff Reports

Trend
Big Headaches for Smaller Employers
Little Companies Are Under Far More Restrictions Than They Realize
by Harmon Sieff

In Practice
Building Credibility During Mediation
Effective Advocacy in ADR
By Laurence R. Clarke

Big Money
Be Prepared
Yes, I’m Talking to You
By Timothy A. Lambirth

Big Ideas
A Civil Plan
Or, Why There’s Still Hope for Changing the Sorry Image of Lawyers
By Harry W.R. Chamberlain II

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Enforcement Enigmas
Settlement Agreements Are Enforceable When Counsel Observe Important Formalities
by Steven G. Mehta

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Highlights
Sold on Mold
Lewitt, Hackman Analyzes Latest Development in Liability
by Staff Reports

Hall of Famer
Trial Lawyer Harvey R. Levine Honored
by Staff Reports

Law Offices of Ronald P. Slates Announces Expansion
Firm Adds J. Steven Bingham As “Of Counsel”
by Staff Reports

Drafting Secrets for Effective Wills and Trusts
Seminar Offered in Three Locations
by Staff Reports

Fast-Growing Small Firm Adds Lawyer
MDFS Law Signs Senior Counsel
by Staff Reports

MDFS Law Announces Expansion
Firm Adds “Of Counsel” and Associate
by Staff Reports

Small Firm Lawyers Headline Business and Employment Law Symposia
Seminars Address Entertainment, IP Licensing, and Employment Issues
by Staff Reports

Marital Planning
Pre-Nuptial, Post-Nuptial, and Co-Habitation Agreements
by Staff Reports

Masters in Trial
Live Advocacy Demonstration Features Elite Litigators
by Staff Reports

Lawyer Joins Board of Community Medical Clinic
Encino Attorney Keith Zimmet Lends His Expertise
by Staff Reports

Familiar with the EEOC’s “Familial Status” Guidelines?
Ervin, Cohen & Jessup Seminar Explains It All.
by Staff Reports

Trial Style
Workplace Win TS-1
Defense Counsel Cynthia Elkins Victorious in Harassment Case

Legislative Update
by Carolyn C. Yellis

Downtime
The Oracle
Slow Death for Wills Practice
by Ms. Delphia

In Ballance
Scariest Object in the Home!
by Beatrice Ballance

Big Meeting
Big Meeting Supplement - 2007 Annual Meeting Issue (Posted in the Members Only Area)

A Word from the Section
Message From the Chair
By Roberta J. Burnette

Join Up! Join In!
By Ken Tanji

Come One, Come All!
By Kulvinder Singh

Focus on the State Bar
Jeffrey L. Bleich—Lifetime of Service
By Lisa Miller

Board of Governors—New Members
By Staff Reports

Charge! Fee Bill Passes
By Larry Doyle

Branding Small Firm Practitioners with the “Mark of Cain”
By Matthew C. Mickelson

Be Nice! New Civility Guidelines
By Cynthia Elkins

Myer J. Sankary Lawyer of the Year Award
By Anne C. Adams
By Nancy B. Goldstein

On the Dais
Solo & Small Firm Section Presentations—State Bar Annual Meeting
By Staff Reports

Law Biz Basics—Special Focus

Leveraged Buy-In
By Anne C. Adams

Critical Care
By Mark Bassingthwaighte

In the Know
By Sharon J. Berman

Going, Going, Gone!
By Todd Fisher

Write to Win
By Daniel U. Smith and Hon. James D. Ward

Food 4 Thought
O.C. Eatz—Local Grub
By Ken Tanji

Big News
Summer 2007(Includes Trial Style) (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Message from the Chair
Feel the Burn-Out
by Patricia McCabe

Telephonic Meeting
May 17, 2007
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

Have No Fear; Help Is Here!
Section Offers Free Lawyer-to-Lawyer Mentor Directory
by Richard Kaplan

Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji

The Seen As Told to The Eye
An Evening with the Judges
California Supreme Court Justices, Southern California Federal and Superior Court Judges Convened at Reception Hosted by the Nation’s Largest Organization Serving Defense Attorneys in Los Angeles
by Staff Reports

Trend
Tips on QPRTS
Qualified Personal Residence Trusts Offer Tax Advantages
by Sheetal Mehta Fisher and Michael Hackman

Big Ideas
Brain Drain
Dire Consequences Result When the US Limits Foreign Student Visas
By James E. Root

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Ethical Requirements for Attorney Fees and Fee Agreements
by Gideon Grunfeld

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Highlights
William I. Goldsmith Elected President of California Creditors Bar Association
Expert in Creditor Representation to Lead Influential Legal Group
by Staff Reports

Phillip Baker Named President of Association of Southern California Defense Counsel
Largest Defense Organization Serving Southern California Announces Officers for 2007
by Staff Reports

Downtime
Intrepid Legal Traveler
Reagan and Alito: The Untold Story of their Connection and Some Recent Remarks by the Newest Supreme Court Justice
by Kulvinder Singh

In Ballance
Balancing and Alignment
by Beatrice Ballance

Trial Style
Total Victory
MacGregor & Berthel name partner Gregory M. MacGregor teams with R. Timothy O’Connor to win defense vertict for insurance carrier

Big News
January/February 2007 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Message from the Chair-Elect
Clock Therapy
by Roberta J. Burnette

Telephonic Meeting
September 19, 2006
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Solo Practitioner Profiled in Business Paper
San Fernando Valley Lawyer Cynthia Elkins Subject of Article
by Staff Reports

Editor Dives!
Lisa Miller Underwater
by Staff Reports

BIG News Wins Journalism Award
by Staff Reports

Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Spends “An Evening with the Judges”
California Supreme Court Justices, Southern California Federal and Superior Court Judges
By Staff Reports

Legislative Update
Conservatorship Reform Tops List
State Bar Sections Sponsor Legislation on Several Topics
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

Big Focus—Special Issue
Real Estate Lease-Options to Purchase
Thoughtful Drafting Can Avoid Litigation Nightmares
by Thomas E. Lombardi

NEW COLUMN!
7 Questions with Matthew C. Mickelson
Of Blogs and Bloggers
Volokh Conspiracy Author on How Blogging Mixes with Legal Life
by Matthew C. Mickelson

Special Section
Focus on New Executive Committee Members

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Hot Button Workplace Bias Issues
1 Hour MCLE Credit
by Roberta J. Burnette

MCLE Test Questions
MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Big Money
Put the BEEF in Mediated Settlement Agreements
Ensure Some Muscle for Enforcement
by Timothy A. Lambirth

Highlights
Trial Technology
What’s New and Useful Right Now
by Staff Reports

Mock Trial Team Chalks Up Real Win
David Outwater Coaches Winning Attempt
by Staff Reports

Advanced LLC Issues
Getting Answers to Sophisticated Questions
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle
Money & Marriage
by Philida Delphia

In Ballance
Sofa Stasis
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
November/December 2006 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Annual Meeting = Much Hard Work
Minutes from October 6, 2006
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Straight to the Top
Get Your Own Big Day Before the Supreme Court
by Kulvinder Singh

Big Ideas
The Blame Game
Seemingly Unsatisfactory Arbitration Results Don’t Necessarily Reflect Bias
by Alexander Polsky

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Hot Button Workplace Bias Issues
1 Hour MCLE Credit
by Roberta J. Burnette

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Big Money
Till It Hurts
How Much Is Enough for Punitive Damages?
by Timothy A. Lambirth

Highlights
Litigation Skills for Staff
Full-Day Seminar Designed for Counsel and Paralegals
by Staff Reports

Advanced Issues in LLCs
Sophisticated Answers for Client Questions
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle
by Philida Delphia

In Ballance
I’m Sorry, I Was Hungry!
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
September/October 2006 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Patricia L. McCabe

Face–to–Face Meeting
Minutes from August 26, 2006 meeting
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

Member Benefits
by Kenneth Tanji

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Congratulations, Shirley C. Munch
Sole Practitioner Celebrates 20 Years at the Forefront
by Staff Reports

Profile: Patricia L. McCabe, Section Chair
by Staff Reports

Trend
Cashing in on the 80/20 Rule 9
Using the Prieto Principle to Increase Your Firm’s Bottom Line
by Myer J. Sankary

Learn ‘n Earn/FREE MCLE
Hot Button Workplace Discrimination Issues
1 Hour MCLE Credit
by Roberta J. Burnette

MCLE Test Questions

MCLE Test Answer Form & Instructions

Big Ideas
Immigration Reform
Stymied by “Politics As Usual”
by James E. Root

Big Money
Small Matters Cost Big Money
Seemingly Insignificant Collection Cases Become Loser Class Actions for the Defense
by Timothy A. Lambirth

Focus
Board of Governors

Highlights
Paralegal Takes Charge!
Section Secretary Carolyn Yellis Wins Election
by Staff Reports

Complete Collections
Two Locations, Two Opportunities to Learn
by Staff Reports

S Corporations Get A+ in Advantages
Small Firms Offer Big Insights
by Staff Reports

Helping Hands
Paralegals Learn How to Help Their Lawyers Win!
by Staff Reports

You Be the Judge
Seminar Explores Judgement Enforcement in California
by Staff Reports

Non-Competition Clauses
Understanding Covenants not to Compete
by Staff Reports

Strategy Counts
Handling DWI and DUI Cases in California
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle
Breaking Old Habits is Hard to Do
by Philida Delphia

In Ballance
7 Habits of Highly Effective Losers
by Beatrice Ballance

Trial Style - March/April Supplement (Posted in the Members Only Area)
September/October Supplement 2006

Full Frontal Assault
by Lisa Miller

Style Stars
Roger L.Gordon
Vincent Vallin Bennett

Is That Really You
by Sheila R. Lowe

Big News
May/June 2006 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
Many Roles Make Much Work for Counsel
by Anne C. Adams

Meeting Minutes
Up-to-the-Minutes!
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Judge for Yourselves
Judicial Candidate Daviann Mitchell Hosts Fundraiser
by Staff Reports

It’s Magically Informative!
Dan Jordan Teaches Substance Abuse Prevention
by Staff Reports

Trend
Small Firm, Big Advantage
Associates Can Maximize Their Business Development Edge
by Julia Marshall

Focus
Cut Your Losses
Alarming News Regarding Enforceability of Liquidated Damage Provisions in Commercial Agreements
by Gregg S. Garfinkel

Legislative Update
by Carolyn C. Yellis, CLA

Big Money
Where in the World are the Parties “Located?”
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Diane Bucka

Highlights
Southern California Defense Counsel Elects New Slate

Small Firm Makes Big Move
MDFS Law is Now in the Twin Towers in Century City
by Staff Reports

Masters of the Trial Universe
Top Performers Strut Their Stuff in All Phases of Trial
by Staff Reports

Foreign Invaders
Small Firms Lecture on California LLCs vs. Nevada and Delaware Jurisdiction
by Staff Reports

Downtime
The Oracle
Don’t Let Fizz-Out Fizzle Your Practice!
by Philida Delphia

Fact or Fiction
Take this Quiz to Test Your Fitness I.Q.
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
March/April 2006 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Anne Adams

Meeting Minutes
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Global Goings-On
Veteran Journalist Dan Rather Offers Views

Bench Brain Trust
San Fernando Valley Bar Association Hosts Judge’s Night

Horsing Around
Law Firm Retreat Goes Country(side)

Round-Table Discussion
Complex Legal Malpractice Cases
Successfully Identifying Quality Cases and Presenting Unappealing Matters

Practitioner
Five Ways to Leave Your Troubles

How to Help When Business Clients Sing the Blues
by Anne C. Adams

Big Money
Copy Catastrophe
Smoking Gun Letter Discoverable if Not Addressed or Copied to Counsel
by Robert K. Olsen and Timothy A. Lambirth

Big Books
Feel Like Settling Your Case?
Opposing Counsel Might be Using Emotions to Secure Agreement
By Jan Schau

Highlights
Alphabet Soup
FEHA, ADA, FMLA and Workers’ Compensation Law Seminar

Quit Touching Me!
SoCal Firm Lectures on Workplace Behavior

You Want to Attend This Seminar. Really
Myer J. Sankary Offers Workshop on Principles of Persuasion

Be Prepared!
Trial Attorneys Who Plan Ahead Stack the Deck in their Favor

Super Accolades
BIG NEWS Columnist Wins Honors

Down by the Boardwalk
Culver Marina Bar Hosts Holiday Party at the Shore

Get That Copyright Right!
Small Firms Offer Big Seminar on Practice Basics

Downtime
Light and Lucisous
Elegant Italian Eatery Offers Satisfaction Without Somnolence
by Ms. Mangia

Together Forever. Or Maybe Not.
Starting a Successful Law Partnership Requires Painful Attention to Detail
by Philida Delphia

Lift Weights, Make Friends
Regular Exercise Leaves Positive Impressions
by Beatrice Ballance

Trial Style - March/April Supplement (Posted in the Members Only Area)
March/April Supplement 2006

Rights Now
by Brenda McGann

Style Star
by Daniela Saxa-Kaneko

Negotiation Nugget
by Steven G. Mehta

Jury Box
by Karen Fleming Ginn

Profile
Lawrence W. Crispo

Big News
January/February 2006 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Anne Adams

Member Benefits
by Kenneth Tanji

Productive Session Moves Committee Forward
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Rather Appearing Locally
Big-Time News Anchor talks with BIG NEWS magazine

Party in the Valley
SFVBA Celebrates the Holidays in Style

Judges Offer Insights
ASCDC Gathers Brain Trust of Jurists at Jonathan Club

Focus
New Executive Committee Members

Feature
Who Are You?And more importantly, why are you claiming to be me?
Identity theft prevention is the key to protection
by Michael Hackman & Molly Babcock-Marcus

Knowledge is the Best Defense
Improving the Odds

Some Startling Statistics

Big Money
Now or Never
California Supremes find anticipatory jury trial and class action waivers unenforceable
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Diane Bucka

Highlights
Taxation All-Stars Get in the Game
Top Tax Lawyers offer “inside baseball” on IRS, Treasury
by Staff Reports

Schools Learn a Thing or Two
Section 504 vs. the IDEA in California
by Staff Reports

Solo Flies to New Location
Local move in Beverly Hills
by Staff Reports

Downtime
Go West, Counsel, for Some Really Good Eats
by Kenneth Tanji

Boys Just Want to Have Fun!
But you’ll never meet a nice girl sitting on your couch so get moving!
by Philida Delphia

Let’s Fly Away!
Whether traveling for work or pleasure, take action against jet lag
by Beatrice Ballance

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Anne C. Adams

Member Benefits
by Ken Tanji, Committee Chair

Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
by Carolyn Yellis, Section Secretary

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Grand Gala
San Fernando Valley Bar Installs New Officers

State Bar Annual Meeting

Focus
Meet the New State Bar Board of Governors

Feature
Supreme Seeing
Is Justice O’Connor’s departure from the bench the beginning or the end of pragmatism?
by Jeff Bleich

The Fantastic 5 11
The Court spoke on these important issues through the years
by Jeff Bleich

Firm Finance
I’m Hurt!
Disability insurance can help heal financial injury
by Hollis P. Harman

In Practice
Show the Trustee the Money!
Pennies for your thoughts on the new bankruptcy law
by Steve Fox

Highlights
Bar President and Small Firm Lawyer Edith Matthai Leads Dialogues on Freedom
Lawyers and judges talk with high schoolers to mark anniversay of September 11
by Staff Reports

411 on § 17200 16
Small firm lawyers speak on consumer protection law
by Staff Reports

Talking Business
Irvine-based Aldrich & Bonnefin member Mark Moore Selected Chair of the Executive Committee of the BusinessLaw Section of the State Bar
by Staff Reports

Downtime
Natural Wonder
Orso trattoria offers uplifting patio experience on Westside
by Ms. Mangia

Show Me the Money!
Handling inter-spousal financial conflict when big firm partners leave the team to go solo
by Philida Delphia

Hearts & Soles
Effective cardio exercise will wear down your shoes faster than you think!
by Beatrice Ballance

Trial Style - Fall Supplement (Posted in the Members Only Area)
Fall 2005

Style Star
Gregg Garfinkel

Dr. Saxon Says
by Wendy Saxon

Great Move!
MoveRescue Organization and Small Firm Lawyer Help Consumers Rescue Goods
By Staff Reports

Dispute Resolution Profile: Margaret M. Grignon

The Section Section
From the Chair
by Richard. D. Kaplan

Member Benefits
by Anne Adams, Member Benefits Chair

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Harvard Forever
Section Chair Emeritus Myer J. Sankary attends his 40th law school reunion

Beverly Hills Bar Association Holds Dinner
Lisa Miller speaks on individualized business development

ADR Goes Hollywood
CACBA Honors Actor Louis Gossett Jr. at 12th Annual Awards Dinner

Selfless Service
Incoming Solo Section Chair Anne C. Adams donates her expertise to serve the legal profession

ADR Focus
Going Global
Local neutrals join large-scale international dispute resolution consortium

Trend
Get Me Out of Here!
Counsel should become familiar with new immigration laws to help clients detained unexpectedly at the border
by Eleanor Southers

Big Ideas
House Rules
Why I wouldn’t trade my home-based solo practice for anything
by Sean Carter

Big Money
Novation News
Oral amendments can trump written agreements
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Diane Bucka

In Practice
Now, or Never?
Don’t put off preparing a living will
by Kimberly C. Vaughn

Firm Finance
Straight Up in a Sideways Market
Maximizing investments in a volatile climate
by Hollis Harman

Highlights
Edith R. Matthai to Become President of County Bar

Chief Judge Consuelo B. Marshall is Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Outstanding Jurist

Big News Columnist Timothy A. Lambirth Joins Orange County’s Aldrich & Bonnefin

Bisno, Samberg & Mulvaney Relocates to San Fernando Valley

The Sky Has Fallen! So Now What?
Mark Williams speaks on preparedness after disaster
by Lisa Miller

Downtime
Nook Fills a Niche
Local Westside destination hot-spot offers hide-out for in-the-know diners
by Ms. Mangia

Everybody Get Together
Goof-proof ways to keep your case load under control and still find time to meet the love of your life
by Philida Delphia

Consider the Source
Be careful when taking fitness advice from a celebrity or someone with no fitness background
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
January/February 2005 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
From the Chair
Happy New Year!
by Richard. D. Kaplan

Minutes-by-Minutes
What’s up with the Solo Section? Read on.
by Carolyn Yellis, CLA, Section Secretary

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Trio of Titans
Top neutrals celebrate the holidays in the media spotlight

Leading Lights
BIG NEWS editor hobnobs with dispute resolution leaders

Show Me the Money!
Securing assets in marital dissolution

New Directions at Culver-Marina Bar
Monica Y. Castagnasso takes the helm as President

Big Focus/Roundtable
Truth, then Consequences
Debating punitive damages post-Campbell

Big Money
64 Beats 17200, Hands Down
Limiting lawsuits under the unfair competition law
by Joseph H. Catmull

Big Ideas
Operation Milwaukee
An election to remember
by Carolyn Yellis

Life in the Solo Lane
The view from my desk
by Douglas J. Wolf

Legislative Update
Will It All Ad Up?
Watch this space for the big picture on new laws affecting lawyer advertising
by Carolyn Yellis

Downtime
Partners for Life
Keeping good employees requires commitment
by Philida Delphia

Behind the Eight Ball
Avoiding some common nutritional mistakes can win the fitness game
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
November/December 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
Cut to the Chase
by Richard. D. Kaplan

The Section Section
Big Benefits
Section members enjoy significant savings
by Anne T. Adams

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
Rules of Disengagement
Section Past President Steven G. Mehta storms dispute resolution minefield
by Staff Reports

Small Firm Section Offers Big Programming
Educational seminars, reception, joint presentations at State Bar Annual Meeting
by Staff Reports

All Aboard!
John A. Marshall Attends Union Station Event
by Staff Reports

Heavenly High Notes
Denise I. Bousley gathers musical lawyers to serve needy children
by Staff Reports

Feature
Executive Committee Special Section
New Chair and Members Lead the Charge
by Staff Reports

Trend—What’s New – What’s Now
No Accidental Waiver
Failure to produce a privilege log does not automatically waive confidentiality
by Staff Reports

In Practice
By the Book
Practical advice on drafting employee guides
by Roberta J. Burnette

Rules Resolutions
A quick-check guide for employers in the New Year
by Susanne Marie Bendavid-Arbiv

Big Money
Politics of Punitives and the Decker Dilemma in Anti-Slapp Motions
by Joseph H. Catmull

Downtime
The Oracle—HR 101 22
by Philida Delphia

(Trans) Fat of the (Heart) Land 23
Savvy consumers can avoid hidden dangers
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
September/October 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

The Section Section
Summer Substance
The Executive Committee is working on ways to get information and MCLE credit to its membership
by Carolyn Yellis

Save Time, Save Money
All the news that’s fit to use about discounts and services for Section members
by Anne T. Adams

The Seen As Told to The Eye
Make Me!
Myer J. Sankary speaks on effective use of influence in law practice
by Staff Reports

Surfing the Issues
by Staff Reports

Op-Ed
NY (Convention) State of Mind
Making the Republican Party process work in the Big Apple
by Carolyn Yellis

Mute Protester
Hard facts are hard to come by for serious students of politics. And it’s not getting better anytime soon.
by Denise I. Bousley

Election Special Section
The Time Is Now for New State Bar Governors

In Practice
Way Out
Alternatives to bankruptcy for personal debt
by Anne Adams

The Firm
Money Maneuvers
A strategy review can increase the bottom line
by Ken Tanji and Muhammad Aziz

Highlights
Strength in Numbers
Section Chair Emeritus Myer J. Sankary draws capacity crowd for contract drafting skills workshop

Safe Landing
Parachute Associates on the KRON4 News Weekend

Read All About It!
Charity taps small firm lawyer as Secretary and General Counsel

Play Now, Pay Later
Expert team lectures on DWI and DUI cases

Judgment Day
Advanced enforcement seminar in Pasadena

Full Speed Ahead
SFVBA selects Section President-Elect Anne Adams to helm foundation

Super Sleuths
Secret insights into workplace investigations

Tax Time
Recent move for specialist reform

Give and Take
Small firm lawyers offer deposition instruction

Going Global
Braun appoints Anthony Fitzgerald to direct real estate appraisal group

Downtime
The Oracle
Family Planning—when relatives come to visit, how to manage the demands of a busy law practice
by Ms. Delphia

Fresh Is Best
Mother Nature to the rescue
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
July/August 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
Here We Are, in August ‘04 Already!
by Marcia J. Brewer

The Section Section
State Bar Annual Meeting Update
by Richard M. Kaplan

Ever Onward
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
Cyber Safe: Roberta Burnette lectures on privacy issues
by Staff Reports

X-Comm at Work: Solo Section leadership meets in Santa Barbara to map out coming year
by Staff Reports

Big Focus
Hands on the Wheel
Mark Goshgarian and Drew E. Pomerance win a big one for the little guy when the appellate court rules that insureds can sue car insurance companies that discriminate against drivers
with breaks in coverage, violating Proposition 103
by Staff Reports

Dual Controls
Two small law firms band together to prosecute big issues against large defendants
by Staff Reports

In Practice
Untangle the Web
Small law firms can have quality Internet sites at discounted rates
by David Wallace and Erik Chan

The Firm
Cross-Pollination
Using cross-selling techniques to make small firm practices bloom
by Julia Marshall

Big Money
Enforcing Contractual, Predispute Jury Trial Waivers
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

Highlights
CPA-Law Society Taps Small-Firm Lawyer
Ventura County Chapter presents Solo Section lecturer Roberta Burnette on “Protecting Trade Secrets and Confidential Information in a Mobile Workforce”
by Staff Reports

X-Comm Member Patricia McCabe Tapped by SFVBA
Committee stalwart running for office
by Staff Reports

Downtime
Breaking Away
Even Type “A” lawyers can get out of town
by Ms. Delphia

Ab-Sense and Nonsense
Machines to work out your abdominal muscles are ill-advised
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
May/June 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
X-Comm News
by Marcia J. Brewer

The Section Section
Comings and Goings
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
Risky Business Issues
by Staff Reports

In Practice
Seismic Changes
Recent amendments to California Civil Code reverse years of statutory and case law regarding mechanics’ liens, and place significant new obligations on commercial construction backers
by Neil C. Erickson

Cover Story
Mehta’s Magic
Neutral uses years of adversarial experience to effectively resolve disputes
by Staff Reports

Big Focus
Hidden Dangers of Arbitration
Roundtable Discussion

The Firm
Cheap and Easy
E-Marketing software for small firms
by the AmBusi Research Team

Big Money
Damages Dilemma
Division Four of the Second Appellate District wrangles with the United States Supreme Court punitive award decision
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

Highlights
Sherman Oaks Boutique Firms Join Forces
Kaufman & Kaufman and Miller & Associates form Kaufman Kaufman & Miller
by Staff Reports

Downtime
Smackdown
Winning the wrestling match with support staff
by Ms. Delphia

Cut It Out!
Low-carb fad diets can be ineffective at best and even dangerous
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
March/April 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Co-Chair
’Net Gains?
by Richard Kaplan

The Section Section
Executive Committee at Work
Small Section Programming Big Ideas
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
Small Firms get BIG
Culver-Marina Bar Holiday Happenings

Big Focus
Theft of Personal Data
Business Reporting Requirements for Breach of Computer Security
by Roberta J. Burnette

In Practice
Come Together, But How?
Collaborative lawyering requires that advocates act as counselors
by Ron Supancic

The Firm
A Healthy Bottom Line
Are you paying too much for health insurance?
by Jennifer Whipple

Big Money
Don’t Shoot!
Bank’s factually incorrect report to law enforcement about suspected criminal activity is absolutely privileged
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

Highlights

David I. Karp Wins Scouting Recognition
Earns Silver Beaver Award

Southern California Elder Law Firm Coming on Strong
New Website, Aggressive Lecture Schedule

Appellate Decision Protects Consumers from Auto Insurance Industry Abuse
’88 Reforms

Change at the Top 21
Century City small firm Silver & Freedman expands business and tax departments

Downtime

Industry Advice
Ms. Delphia answers your questions
by Ms. Delphia

Figure it Out
Do storefront fitness gyms do the job?
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
January/February 2004 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
New Year Resolutions
by Marcia J. Brewer

The Section Section
Big Agenda
Events planned to support the Section membership
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye 6
Three globe-trotting rock stars of world affairs met with Solo Section and Big News staff in Los Angeles

Big Focus
The New Jury Instructions
Business Litigators Roundtable Discussion

The Firm
New Year, New Laws
With knowledge of new legislation for 2004, employers should revise their policies and practices to establish compliance and minimize risk
by Roberta J. Burnette

Big Money
In Cyberspace, No One Can Hear You Slander
When First Amendment rights are implicated against a client, counsel should consult section 425.16 of the Code of Civil Procedure (Anti-SLAPP) early in the case
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

Highlights

Practically Perfect
Small firm lawyers lead the charge in developing popular practice guides

Practical Foundation
LexisNexis announces release of Parker’s California Codes, 2004 Edition

State and Federal Litigation Techniques
The ABA-ALI advanced course

Downtime

Gender-Think
A guide to the inner workings of a man’s brain
by Mark Miller

Attack of the Blob
How fast do you get out of shape?
by Beatrice Ballance

Lessons from Fad Diets 19
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
Fall Bonus 2003 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
Ever Onward!
by Steven G. Mehta

The Section Section
Member Benefits

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
Small Firm Executive Panel Meets in Berkeley

ADR Insights
Worth It Or Wasted?
Mediation lays the foudation for a good settlement any time before trial
by Myer J. Sankary

Big Focus/ADR
Heading the Class
Insights on mediation of multi-party wage and hour/overtime claims
by Deborah J. Rothman

Ten Tips
Trust Me!
10 rules to help avoid client fund account problems
by Mark L. Tuft

Special Feature
Coverage Uncovered
Malpractice policies may not apply to some prior acts
by W. Brian Ahern

Big Money

Cashed Out
Federal savings and loan’s charges over state required fee is preempted

Pay for Play
Municipalities may not prohibit banks from charging ATM-use fees to noncustomers
by Timothy A. Lambirth & Joseph H. Catmull

The Firm
Words to Live By 15
Focusing on communication techniques keeps clients happy
by Steven G. Mehta

Highlights

Robert W. Harrison Named President-Elect of ASCDC and
Harry W.R. Chamberlain Named Secretary-Treasurer of ASCDC

Lemon (Orchard) Yields Lemonade
by Staff Reports

Big Books
Personal Productivity Perogatives
Attorneys with busy practices need to develop work processes that speed the flow of work
by Jeffrey B. Braucher

Downtime
Impersonal Training
Body of evidence refutes gimmicky fitness spending for 2003
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
September/October 2003 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
New Me, New View
As the Section stewardship changes hands, plans and goals change shape
by Marcia J. Brewer

The Section Section
At Work While Away
The Solo and Small Firm Executive Committee meets at State Bar Convention
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
High Flying: Section Speakers fly to San Francisco to present a day of programming at the ABA Annual Meeting

Big Focus
Two-Headed Monster
Unfair competition law claims overlap other workplace lawsuits
by Roberta J. Burnette

In Practice
Two Uses for “Fair Use”
Recent decisions distinguish classic versus nominative theories in trademark infringement claims
by Francis J. Santo

Big Money
Big Hit
Litigators rejoice that anti-SLAPP motions can strike down malicious prosecution lawsuits
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

The Firm

Plan for Attack 14
A coherent marketing strategy helps lawyers win the new-business battle
by Julia Marshall

Can Do, Can’t Do
What tasks should a paralegal perform to enhance law firm profitability?
by Carolyn Yellis

Big Trials

Section 17200 Slam Dunk 16
Child injured by defective basketball hoop wins $335,000 settlement

Smudged Crosswalk Costs Long Beach $2 Million
The City and a local driver settle claims for child severely injured
when he was run over by a car

Highlights

Women at the Top 18
Lady Justice(s) headline rooftop event for Women Lawyers of Los Angeles

Double Duty 18
Hard-working Section past president wins two honors in one month

New Hand at the Helm
Marcia J. Brewer steers the Section as our new chair

Dogging Deadbeats
Small firm lawyers speak at judgement enforcement seminar

Legislative Update
Agents of Change
The Judicial Council recently posted several invitations to comment, including proposed modifications to the fast track rules
by Carolyn Yellis

Big Ideas
New State Bar Board Members Missing in Action!

Downtime

Working Stiffs
How history’s long-dead figures earned their livings before fame found them
by Mark Miller

Herbal Power for Attorneys
Know the choices and the facts before committing to ongoing therapy
by Beatrice Ballance

Big News
July/August 2003 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
The Solo and Small Firm Section Offers a One-Day Seminar of MCLE Subjects
by Steve Mehta

The Section Section

Third Time’s a Charm
Executive committee meets in Los Angeles
by Carolyn Yellis

Solo Day Success
Over 100 practitioners earned all specialty CLE credits at first-ever event
by Carolyn Yellis

Employment Law, Workers’ Compensation, and More -- Legislative Update

The Seen
As Told to The Eye
MTA Derailed

Special Focus
ADR: Critical Crossroads
Good decision making is the key to successful negotiations
by Myer J. Sankary

In Practice
Driving Away with the Goods
Entrustment and the crooked car dealership
by Joseph H. Catmull

Big Money
Consumer Confidences
Uner the Song-Beverly Act, businesses requesting personal identification information from credit card holders risk liability
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

The Firm
Paraprofessionals’ Issues
The myths and the truths about certified and certificated paralegals
by Carolyn Yellis

Highlights

Law Firm for Non-Profits
Group moves to new digs in Studio City

Sankary Seeing Clearly
Section past president has successful eye surgery

Sure Thing in Vegas
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles sets convention dates

Big Trial

Small Firms Charge Big Car Dealer with Consumer Deception
Green & Jigarjian and Marcin & Barrera bring class action against Rusnak Automotive Group, alleging misrepresentation of car parts
by Staff Reports

Real Deal
Small Firm Marcin & Barrera achieves significant results for clients in many areas
by Jillian Ezra

Downtime
Hanging Out!
It’s hot! It’s summer!
by Beatrice Ballance

Big Laffs
Dad in Me
Help! I’m turning into my father!
by Mark Miller

Big News
May/June 2003 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
The Solo and Small Firm Section Offers a One-Day Seminar of MCLE Subjects
by Steve Mehta

The Section Section
Planning in the Rain
Solo Executive Committee meets in Los Angeles
by Carolyn Yellis

The Seen
As Told to The Eye

Special Feature
How to be a Media Darling
Getting more than 15 minutes of fame
by Lisa Lerner Miller

Big Focus/Trend
Get What You Can–Use What You’ve Got
Using direct mail initiatives to market your law firm or legal practice
by Eric Miller

In Practice
Intellectual Property Limitations on Copyright Law
by Francis J. Santo

ADR Insights
Poker Lessons
Using mediators as friendly dealers
by Myer J. Sankary

Big Ideas
Plowing New Ground
State Farm v. Campbell’s limitations on punitive damages awards signals changes
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

Big Money
Avoiding Mistakes
Small details exact large consequences in bank trial
by Timothy A. Lambirth and Joseph H. Catmull

The Firm
Illegal Paralegals?
Many law firms are unaware of certification requirements for legal assistants
by Carolyn Yellis

Big Trial
Dynamic Duo
Sometimes, even the most powerful trial lawyers add another engine to the lineup to get the wheels rolling at top speed.
Staff Reports

Highlights

Century City Expansion
Marcin & Barrera adds new attorney

Small Firm Gnazzo Thill Merges With Chapman & Cutler
Deal enhances firms’ national financial practice

Orange County Bar Association
Local chapter sponsors wage and hour program

Big Books
Screwball by David Ferrell
A winning comedy about not losing

Downtime
Balanced Bodies
Good posture is crucial.
by Beatrice Ballance

Big Laffs
The World’s Least Expensive Art
Reflections on the creative power of pain
by Mark Miller

Big News
January-February 2003 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

From the Chair
by Steven G. Mehta

Big Money
by Timothy A. Lambirth

Big Ideas
by Robert A. Levy

ADR Insights
by Myer J. Sankary

Features

Special Focus: Construction Defect

Big Builders' Myths
Puncturing contractors' defenses in faulty construction cases
by Thomas E. Miller

Rojas
Buried evidentiary treasure
by Myer J. Sankary

Malpractice Insurance News
Dramatic market change for professional liability insurance
By W. Brian Ahern

Departments

The Seen: Who's Who Around Town
As Told to The Eye

Highlights
by Anthony C. Duffy and Robert J. Harrison

Downtime
by Beatrice Ballance

Editorial Calendar for 2003

The Practitioner
Autumn 2002 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

• ABA Honors Sankary With Lifetime Achievement Award
• Staff Report
• View From the Chair
  Editorial
• Cross Examination of Experts With Learned Treatises
  by Steven G. Mehta
• Purchasing a Business With a Trademark
  by Paul D. Supnik
• Questions to Ask When A Nonprofit’s Board of Directors Comes Recruiting
  by Arthur M. Rieman
• It’s A Brave New World: Cyber Crime
  Interview With Jennifer Granick
• Spinning Your Web (Site): Business Development
  by Lisa Miller
• The Dos and Don’ts of Client Trust Accounting
  by Myer J. Sankary
• Be Your Own Private Eye
  by Patrick Picciarelli
• Elders at the Forefront
  by Steven G. Mehta
• Networking Tip
  by Steven G. Mehta

The Practitioner
Summer 2002 (Posted in the Members Only Area)

• A View from the Chair
  by Myer Sankary
• Everyday Ethics: Retention of Former Clients' Files
  by Ellen R.Peck
• Client Development How to Enhance Your Web Presence
  By Steven G. Mehta, Esq.
• Making Sure Your Practice Survives
  by Benjamin Blakeman, J.D.
• Networking Tip
  by Steven G. Mehta