BOARD ELECTIONS --- April 1 is the deadline to submit nomination petitions for five openings on the Board of Governors.
ACCESS TO JUSTICE AWARD --- May 1 is the deadline to nominate a California judge for the 2009 Benjamin Aranda III Access to Justice Award.
MAY ETHICS SYMPOSIUM --- The 13th Annual Statewide Ethics Symposium will be held on Saturday, May 2, at the University of San Diego School of Law.
APRIL COMMENTS --- During the month of April, the State Bar is seeking public comment on a number of proposals regarding:
- Reappointment of the Chief Trial Counsel
- Limited legal services programs
- Disqualification of State Bar Court judges
- Limited scope representation
- State Bar committee meetings
- Fee arbitration rules
IN THESE TIMES --- Attorneys dealing with stress, burnout, substance abuse and other issues can take advantage of resources offered by the State Bar’s Lawyer Assistance Program. LAP offers services such as individual counseling, referral assistance, consultations for rehabilitation and private peer support groups.
BAR MEMBER DISCOUNTS --- Two new partners who provide tools to assist attorneys with their law practices have joined CalBar Connect, the State Bar's members-only affinity program. Promotional offers from other partners are available.
