Adherence to the Rules of Professional Conduct and the State Bar Act, coupled with a commitment to obtaining outside support when needed, will go a long way toward protecting an impaired lawyer’s clients, as well as the lawyer’s professional reputation and well-being.
On April 28, California Western School of Law hosted a panel discussion chronicling the inspiring journeys of two trailblazing female leaders in the legal field. Chancellor Hadden and Dean Scott, both women of color, discussed how their own challenges have inspired them to leadership within academia.
On extra difficult days while studying for the bar, I returned to my “10 reasons why” list, which I made right before bar prep, to remind myself of the 10 reasons why I decided to move forward with the bar exam.
To no one’s surprise, the California legislature passed many new laws to address the vast impact of Covid-19 on both employees and employers. But, there were also significant legal changes unrelated to the coronavirus that may have slipped under the radar.
It is heartbreaking to hear some of the stories from clients who have been poorly represented and ultimately damaged to the point that they are seeking representation to obtain redress against their former “champion,” their lawyer.
Talbert has always had a passion for law and policy. From age 8, she knew she wanted to be an attorney.
Appointed last January, Justice Do is the first Asian-American woman to serve as a justice for the Fourth District Court of Appeal.
The SDCBA celebrates diversity within the legal profession and is proud to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May.
