Jim Giller, and His Legacy
Last week, I attended the memorial services for Jim Giller, a remarkable attorney who practiced law for nearly 60 years and served as the President of the Alameda County Bar Association in 1976. I knew a little about Jim – I had lunch with Jim and Spencer on a number of occasions, and […]
California Bar Associations weigh in on proposed elimination of LSC in “skinny budget”
Take Action to Protect Funding for LSC Yesterday, President Trump submitted a budget request that proposes the elimination of the Legal Services Corporation, allocating $33 million to LSC for FY2018 to wind down its existence. The ACBA responded quickly, submitting a letter from 12 Bar Associations Urging Against Cuts to LSC (full text below). We hope that […]
Governor Brown Announces New Judicial Appointments
New appointments announced, including a ACBA member Benjamin Reyes! Check out more information on these new bench officers below.
Meet Shane Nielson, VLSC Rising Star
VLSC Rising Star: Shane Nielson Shane Nielson is an associate at Family Law Group, LLP. He has long held a passion for family law and brings over 15 years of experience in the field, including eight years as a paralegal with Family Law Group. He also spent four years with the Sacramento County Department of Child Support Services […]
May Day
The Rule of Law In the face of the political divisiveness and uncertainty that 2017 brings, the ACBA remains committed to our mission of promoting excellence in the legal profession and facilitating equal access to justice. We are a strong group of passionate people with the skills and commitment to protect and serve the most […]