Expert Retention and Discovery: Five Do’s and Don’ts

Dos and Donts for expert witnesses

Expert testimony can make or break your case. But the successful examination of an expert witness at trial (whether on direct or cross) represents the culmination of a long process which can – and in most cases should – start at the very inception of your case. This article focuses on the critical predicates to […]

In-Custody Felony Arraignments Headed Back to Oakland

Citing issues with the construction of interview rooms, and as a way of reaching a compromise with a coalition spearheaded by the public defender’s office, Judge Jacobson is moving felony arraignments to Oakland by Sept. 25.

The Oakland City Attorney Office Part IV

The Oakland City Attorney Office: Law in Service of the Public

The Oakland City Attorney Office: Law in Service of the Public Part IV Part of the Get to Know Your Local Community Organization Series This is part IV of our spotlight on the Oakland City Attorney’s Office. Check out Part I, Part II, Part III. Labor and Employment Division The Labor & Employment Division advises the […]

The Oakland City Attorney Office Part III

The Oakland City Attorney Office: Law in Service of the Public

The Oakland City Attorney Office: Law in Service of the Public Part III Part of the Get to Know Your Local Community Organization Series This is part III of our spotlight on the Oakland City Attorney’s Office. Check out Part I here, and Part II here. Litigation Division The Litigation Division advocates for the City’s interests […]

Unity Awards Nomination

Do you know an ACBA member who has gone above and beyond to create diversity in our profession? Help us nominate an ACBA member for the MBC Unity Awards.