Day: May 16, 2023

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Ethical Considerations and Fee Arbitration

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Ethical Considerations and Fee Arbitration

By Mitchell L. Lathrop

Nearly all new engagements for legal services should include a written agreement which spells out the terms and scope of the engagement, the fees to be charged and their means of computation if something other than a straight hourly or fixed-fee arrangement, the identity of the client, and any limitations on the engagement. When contingent fees are involved, Business & Professions Code section 6147 imposes a number of requirements, including a written agreement. Read More

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NLD Member Spotlight: Tarina Mand

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NLD Member Spotlight: Tarina Mand

By Alexandra Demastrie
Antonyan Miranda

Tarina Mand was recently awarded with the 2023 SDCBA Service by a New Lawyer Award. A first-generation college student and lawyer, Tarina received a bachelor’s degree in literature from University of California San Diego and was a 2016 graduate of California Western School of Law. As an attorney at Dixon Diab & Chambers LLC, Tarina represents plaintiffs in class action, mass tort, and employment law cases. She has tried cases in both state and federal court and says she loves working on these types of cases because the issues are challenging and exciting. Read More

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From Courtroom to Classroom: New Attorney Impacts Future Legal LeadersAs High School Mock Trial Team Coach

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From Courtroom to Classroom: New Attorney Impacts Future Legal LeadersAs High School Mock Trial Team Coach

By Stephanie S. Germani, Esq., LL.M.
Attorney At Law

As a new attorney, I’m always eager to find ways to give back to the community and make a positive impact. So, when I heard that the San Diego County High School Mock Trial Program was seeking attorney coaches, I jumped at the opportunity. Little did I know, this experience would be one of the most rewarding of my legal career. Read More

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Message from the NLD Vice Chair

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Message from the NLD Vice Chair

My name is Elijah Gaglio, and I am honored to serve as the Vice Chair for the San Diego County Bar Association’s New Lawyer Division (NLD). As an attorney for about four years, NLD has been a great resource for advice, support, and a place where I can connect with new and more experienced attorneys alike. Below is a list of upcoming NLD events where attorneys can connect and give back to the San Diego community. I am dedicating this month’s message to some of the groups we honor in May. Read More