Why More Attorneys Are Embracing Sober Socializing
Networking has long been a cornerstone of professional growth in the legal industry. Whether at happy hours, firm-sponsored events, or bar association mixers, many traditional legal gatherings revolve around alcohol. But as more professionals seek inclusive, health-conscious, and accessible ways to connect, sober socializing is gaining momentum. Attorneys are increasingly recognizing the benefits of alcohol-free […]
Celebrating Pride Month: Highlighting LGBTQIA+ Legal Organizations in Oakland and Alameda County
June is Pride Month—a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and impact of the LGBTQIA+ community. In Oakland and Alameda County, several legal organizations are working year-round to promote equity, protect civil rights, and empower the most vulnerable members of our communities. This Pride Month, we honor these trailblazing organizations whose work strengthens both the […]
What’s Out for Public Comment at the State Bar—and Why It Matters to You
Summary of all the items out for public comment by the California State Bar as of 6/5/25 As attorneys, we have a duty not just to our clients, but to the profession itself. One of the most direct ways we can shape the future of legal practice in California is by participating in the State […]
ACBA Members in the News 5.30.25
ACBA members in the news featuring Jodi Swick and Spojmie Nasiri. ACBA member Jodi Swick was named one of the Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business by the San Francisco Business Times. Jodi leads McDowell Hetherington’s California office and is nationally recognized for her work in complex insurance litigation. Read more ACBA Board member Spojmie Nasiri was quoted in […]
ACBA Job Board 5.27.25
ACBA Job Board 5.27.25 ACBA members get first crack at our job board postings in the ACBA Bi-Weekly e-Newsletter. Have a job you’d like to include in our free Job Board? Please send job descriptions to Valerie Lescroart at valerie@acbanet.org. GOVERNMENT OPENINGS Department of Justice: multiple openings: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers State Bar of California – Attorney and other positions: […]