Wednesday, August 15, 2018  12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Are you prepared for the new and amended Rules of Professional Conduct? The long-awaited, substantially revised Rules of Professional Conduct have now been approved by the California Supreme Court. Come learn what has changed, and what you need to worry about. This practical course is essential for attorneys of all levels of experience.

Class covers:

• The revised conflict of interest rules
• Rules governing charging and collecting attorney fees
• The modifications to advertising and solicitation rules and standards
• Practical guidance on avoiding State Bar discipline

Earn 1.0 hour Legal Ethics MCLE credit

Presented by Ellen A. Panksy and Art Barsegyan:

Ellen A. Pansky is the founding partner of Pansky Markle and a California State Bar Certified Specialist in Legal Malpractice Law. She received the Kettlewell Legal Ethics Advisor Award in 2016, is an inaugural member and past President of the national Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers, a member of the LACBA Professional Responsibility and Ethics Committee (Chair 1996-97), and previously served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility.

Art Barsegyan is an associate attorney at Pansky Markle with a practice focusing on legal ethics compliance, California State Bar disciplinary defense and attorney admissions, and legal malpractice defense. He earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School, during which time he assisted in the investigation and prosecution of attorneys as a law clerk in the Office of the Chief Trial Counsel of the State Bar of California. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Discipline Defense Counsel.

Registration fee: $35 for the­ class
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Reduced-rate parking options available during registration

Wednesday, September 12, 2018  12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

As more women share their experiences and join the movement against sexual misconduct, attitudes around workplace harassment are rapidly changing, and litigators, courts, and mediators must adapt. How do workplace sexual harassment lawsuits proceed in the "#metoo" era? A distinguished panel will discuss what has changed, and what remains the same.

Class covers:

• Types of conduct that can constitute sexual harassment
• Most effective ways for victims to report harassing conduct
• Use of "me too" evidence
• Employer obligations and preventing liability
• The judicial perspective on dealing with high-profile sexual harassment suits

Earn 1 hour general MCLE credit

Presented by: Courtney Abrams, Kathleen Erskine, and Hon. Margaret Nagle (ret.)

Registration fee: $20 for the­ class (50% discount for law students with code LAWSTU)
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Reduced-rate parking options available during registration

Wednesday, August 8, 2018  12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

In this class, learn the basics of immigration law, find out how you can help, and become a volunteer. Immigration law and policy is changing in the U.S., often abruptly and in ways that adversely affect recent immigrants. As a result, the need for legal assistance for these clients is greater than ever.

Class covers:

• Assisting children and parents affected by family separation policies
• Defending unaccompanied minors and others in removal proceedings
• The asylum application process
• Immigration court basics
• Case and hearing preparation

Earn 1.0 hour general MCLE credit

Presented by Patricia Ortiz:

Patricia Ortiz has been the program director for the Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project since July 2015. She joined the Esperanza team in August 2013 and was a Managing Attorney for its Representation Program before becoming its new leader. During her time at Esperanza, Patricia has specialized in representation for detained adults with mental illness and has overseen the program's Asylum Workgroup, which has provided services to hundreds of minors.

Registration fee: $20 for the­ class
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
A portion of registration proceeds go to Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project, www.esperanza-la.org

Class recorded May 9, 2024.

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Mistakes happen in the course of a civil lawsuit. For example, a defendant may fail to respond to a lawsuit within the required time, resulting in a "default," which terminates the rights of the defendant to dispute the allegations. Or, a plaintiff may fail to respond to a defense motion, resulting in dismissal of the lawsuit. In this class, learn how to get back on track by asking a judge to "set aside" (or undo) defaults and other mistakes in California state courts.

Class covers:

• California Code of Civil Procedure § 473: what it is, and why you need it
• When and how a party may seek relief from his or her mistakes
• What constitutes "default" and "dismissal," and what may be "set aside"
• Preparing a motion to vacate default

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