Two things Lieutenant Commander Kristen Capps always knew about herself are that she always wanted to go to law school as well as follow in her parents’ footsteps by joining the Navy. As an attorney in the U.S. Navy’s Judge Advocate General’s Corps (“JAG Corps”), LCDR Capps has achieved both lifelong goals.
The life of a woman lawyer and mother inevitably involves a familiar struggle—balancing the competing demands of your job with the commitments of raising children and being actively involved and present with your family. While I don’t always get it right (I’m often a few minutes late to the baseball game or track meet or sending emails to clients from the car as we embark on a ski trip), I have come to realize that there are specific, actionable steps that help me compartmentalize both parts of my life in a way that helps me succeed in both areas.
Happy October everyone! As we are nearing the end of the year, I want to take the time to give a big shout-out to the San Diego County Bar Association’s internal team who has accomplished so much this year including moving to our new home at 330 A Street, hosting the 125th SDCBA Anniversary, and welcoming our new Executive Director Debra Rosen. We would not be able to accomplish everything we do at the Bar if it was not for the internal team. Also, a big thank you to Director Michelle Chavez who has been the New Lawyer Division’s faithful guide and support.
In the world of women in law, successfully juggling competing priorities is a perpetual topic, akin to the pursuit of happiness. Like happiness, “balance” isn’t an innate state; it’s a destination created through daily deliberate actions that give you the space to do what you want to do while also doing what you need to do.
SDCBA Members,
I am excited to be writing this message as one of the Community Outreach Co-Chairs of the San Diego County Bar Association’s New Lawyer Division (“NLD”). If you’re not familiar, the Community Outreach team coordinates pro bono and volunteer events for new lawyers and law students across San Diego County.
I recently had the privilege of attending the San Diego County Bar Association’s (“SDCBA”) 125th Anniversary Party. Founded in 1899, the SDCBA is one the oldest and largest bar associations in the region. In addition, this year marks the opening of SDCBA’s new home of the bar, located a 330 A Street, which was also celebrated at the Bar’s 125th Anniversary.
For any entrepreneur looking to protect their brand name or logo, three common trademark myths must be debunked. Along with clearing up these misconceptions, I offer a few tips when navigating the trademark process.
The last thing a lawyer wants to learn is that the lawyer has been providing legal services to a client who has used those services to commit fraud or a crime. No lawyer wants to have to deal with a grand jury subpoena, or have a couple of FBI agents on the doorstep. At the same time, we all need clients with problems who come to us looking for solutions.
Growing up in Bakersfield, California, Judge Eugenia Eyherabide’s interest in the law was sparked during her time working at the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office between finishing her undergraduate career and starting law school. During her work breaks, she would watch cases unfold in the courtroom. It was then that she knew she wanted to become an attorney.
Judge Eyherabide attended California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. After taking a year off to work at the DA’s Office, she went on to attend Santa Clara University School of Law. She fondly recalls her time in law school, particularly enjoying her constitutional law and criminal law courses.
Happy August, New Lawyer Division members! I hope you are having a great summer so far. As Co-Editor in Chief of For the Record, I want to thank you for reading and your continued support of our publication.
