Categories : Taxation
A Few Changes to Federal and State Taxes in 2021
There are several notable changes to the state and federal tax laws this year, including Proposition 19 and increases in federal personal income tax rates.
Black Women’s Contributions to the American Economy are Magic
As I sit to write this editorial, the dilemma that plagues me is this: rather than ask why are Black women important in the workplace, I am wondering when they haven't been important?
Categories : Wellness
Practicing Law with Purpose in a Pandemic
When the world as we know it is stripped away and each day brings a new challenge, we are presented with the opportunity to decide who we really want to be and how we want to spend our time.
Categories : Law+Tech Technology
Tech Tips and Tidbits: Time to Change Your Passwords
We are approaching a year of experience with working at home, remote access, Zoom conferencing, and collaboration tools. Clearly, there have been lessons learned. Let’s explore a few.
Categories : President's Message
President’s Message: February 22, 2021
The San Diego legal community lost a prominent member with the passing of the Honorable Edward (“Ned”) Huntington on February 12, 2021.
Categories : Legal Ethics1 Comment
Your Client Doesn’t Decide Whether You Should Be Courteous
Next time a colleague asks you for a courtesy extension of some deadline, remember, the decision is most likely yours, not your client’s.
Categories : Wellness
Mindful Minute: The Power of Intentionally Saying Yes to New Things
This is part two of a two-part series in which I explore “The Power of Strategically Quitting Things” and “The Power of Intentionally Saying Yes to New Things.”
Categories : For New Attorneys Legal Ethics1 Comment
When is a Lawsuit Frivolous?
Every lawyer knows it is unethical to file a frivolous lawsuit. However, the answer to the question of whether a lawsuit – or a defense to one – is frivolous, is not always easy or obvious.
Categories : For New Attorneys
“Progress Tends to Come in a Crisis”: Interview with California Western’s New Dean
California Western School of Law recently welcomed its new dean and president, Sean M. Scott. Dean Scott is one of the few women of color appointed as dean and president of an American law school.
Categories : President's Message
President’s Message: February 16, 2021
This week, I recognize two inspirational Black women legal leaders in San Diego who will be inducted into the Women’s Hall of Fame in March.