Lawyering can be a dangerous job
Two years ago, a California law was enacted recognizing an ominous sign of the times: It's increasingly dangerous to be a lawyer.

Addiction takes a terrible toll,
but there is plenty of help
Today I visited a friend in the hospital. I heard he was there by way of a phone message from another friend this afternoon. The message said John is in the hospital, but he is going to be moved to a hospice facility because he is dying, and there is no hope for him. I got over there within the hour. This was the first I had heard that he was ill at all.

Future lawyers make their mark
Melissa Blake stepped to the podium in the ornate California Supreme Court chambers in Sacramento and intoned, "May it please the court." With the polish of someone twice her age and twice as experienced, Blake pleaded her case, arguing that her client's doctor violated physician-patient confidentiality by disclosing information that led to a child endangerment conviction.

Events scheduled to commemorate Brown ruling's
50th anniversary
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the historic Brown v. Board of Education decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, the Judicial Council and the Administrative Office of the Courts will hold a symposium in Sacramento May 17. The day-long event will include several prominent speakers and who will consider Brown's legacy and examine the decision from a historical perspective.

Online Exhibit Hall
The businesses and services listed here support the State Bar through various means, most notably as exhibitors at the State Bar's Annual Meeting. Visit them online or via phone to serve your individual needs.

Online Exhibit Hall
The businesses and services listed here support the State Bar through various means, most notably as exhibitors at the State Bar's Annual Meeting. Visit them online or via phone to serve your individual needs.