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 E-mail scams continue to successfully target lawyers
Internet scams are on the rise and a growing number of complaints are coming from lawyers, including Carmichael attorney Jana Aagaard.
Budget ax means closed courtrooms, furloughs
California courtrooms will close one day a month if the legislature approves a recommendation by its Budget Conference Committee.
NOTE: Web site maintenance set for July 6
Several sections of
the State Bar's Web site, including Attorney Search, may be inaccessible on Monday, July 6, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PST) due to maintenance.
Lawyers will be surveyed on malpractice insurance
In an effort to determine how to make professional liability insurance more affordable and available, the State Bar will conduct an online survey of its members.  Two programs worth an investment
Despite California's troubled economy, State Bar President Holly Fujie says there are some special programs that deserve funding.
Bar will look for new discipline chief
The Board of Governors declined last month to reappoint its chief trial counsel but reconfirmed its support of the strong public protection measures that he enforced. Diversity awards go to lawyers and firms
The State Bar presented three Diversity Awards to attorneys and programs that promote equal access to justice.  Annual Meeting slated for
Sept. 10-13 in San Diego
The Annual Meeting will offer a wide range of programs for MCLE credit.
Public Comment sought
Comments are sought this month on several proposals related to the practice of law. Hertz offers car rental discounts to lawyers
Bar foundation seeks applicants for its board
Orange County legal aid board seeks applicants
Seniors & the Law is updated and reprinted
Hong Kong CLE program
The Litigation and Real Property Law sections are planning a continuing legal education program in Hong Kong the first week of November 2009. Calling all artists
August 1 is the deadline for members of the bench and bar to submit entries for the Annual Meeting Bench and Bar Art Exhibit. Opening your own firm
“The California Guide to Opening and Managing a Law Office,” is now available from the State Bar.
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