Morgan Lewis recently announced that OCBA member Benjamin Everton was added to a five-partner intellectual property litigation team in the firm's Orange County and Seattle offices.
Western State’s immigration clinic helps keep the American dream alive for people seeking to contribute to our country.
These days, there are so many creative ways to hide one’s treasure.
Setting expectations at the outset of an agreement is a good idea.
The mail delivery position does not include this in its job description.
Bring your good times, and your laughter too, as there are many reasons to celebrate this month.
Judge Andler has made so many people’s lives richer and brighter.
The OCBA has created an Emergency Response Task Force and a resource page to help assist with the relief efforts of the devastating Los Angeles Fires. These are extraordinary times, but they present us with the opportunity to work together in unprecedented ways to serve impacted communities.
In recent days, we have all watched with deep concern and sorrow as devastating fires have swept through Los Angeles and surrounding areas. The impact on our neighbors in Los Angeles County has been profound, with countless families, businesses, and communities affected by these tragic events.
Snell & Wilmer announced that 15 attorneys have been elected to join the firm’s partnership, effective March 1, 2025, including OCBA Members Andrew B. Still and Erin Denniston Leach.
An uplifting story of love and community.
The work being done at and by UCI law school enriches Orange County.
A review of some significant cases from last year.
How should we handle expert witnesses who rely on AI for their opinions?
Traveling for work? Don’t leave your New Year’s fitness resolution behind!
Get the inside scoop about incoming OCBA president’s passions from four of her colleagues who are also close friends.
Our new OCBA president has an ambitious vision for the year ahead. Let’s join her!
The licensing fee bill, AB 3279, increased 2025 licensing costs for active and inactive licensees. Additionally, dates and deadlines to pay your fees and complete annual compliance requirements are changing.
Effective January 1, 2025, pursuant to Local Rule 714, Orange County Superior Court will mandate attorney use of the Electronic Evidence Portal for trials and specially set evidentiary hearings in the Family Law Case type, unless otherwise ordered by the court.
By nurturing our creative side, we can bring new perspectives to all areas of our lives.
It’s not a terrible idea for judges to avoid posting homemade videos to social media.
Now that courts require electronic submissions of evidence, attorneys have duties to come up to speed.
Reflections on performing weddings as part of the job.
How to help judges avoid sticky situations
Reflections about the Commission on Judicial Performance (CJP) and experiences from the bench.
The OCBA is proud to announce four newly appointed Board Members.
The results of the OCBA Young Lawyers Division annual election are in!
Governor Gavin Newsom announced his nomination of two Court of Appeal Justices and appointment of 10 Superior Court Judges, which includes one in Orange County.
Orange County Business Journal held their 14th annual General Counsel Awards on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Of the 49 nominees, Orange County Business Journal named 17 OCBA Members.
The Hon. Gail A. Andler (Ret.) (JAMS) has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the OCBA's Franklin G. West Award.
The Central District of California will launch the Opt-Out Civil Consent to Magistrate Judges Program on December 1, 2024. Pursuant to that Program, a certain portion of new civil filings will be assigned directly to Magistrate Judges.
Grant Application Deadline: Friday, December 6, 2024
The OCBA Charitable Fund is now accepting applications for its 2024 Grant Cycle.
It’s heartwarming and affirming to read these sentiments of gratitude.
For her many years of tireless service, Trudy is this year’s Scoville honoree.
I have definitely experienced jubilación reading Beds’ columns over the years!
Get up close and personal with California Rule of Professional Conduct Rule 1.18 to avoid breaching a duty to someone you’ve just met!
The sun was eclipsed but the stars did not align for palintiff’s counsel.
Gratitude benefits from frequent practice.
Orange County Business Journal announced the 2024 Women in Business Awards Nominees. Of the 228 outstanding OC professional women named by Orange County Business Journal, 14 are OCBA Members.
On August 30, 2024, Orange County Superior Court piloted a new process for Civil cases at the West and North Justice Centers, where jury fees can be paid using the court’s mobile application or on-line via the Court’s website.