Encino Lawyers Association

March 13th, 2018 - MCLE
“New Rules of Professional Conduct (RPCs)"
Plus Fingerprinting

Get your fingerprints before the deadline.
We will have someone at the meeting so you can get your fingerprints taken for only $69.
The deadline to submit new fingerprints without penalty will be April 30, 2019.
Come early for fingerprinting, networking and a nice meal.

MCLE Summary

The new rules are the first comprehensive changes to the RPCs in 29 years and went into effect on November 1, 2018. Most attorneys are aware of the new RPCs but they are not ready because in addition to learning new rules and other changes in the rules, many lawyers need to revise their retainers, office procedures and other office forms to remain compliant. The time to make a change is now. Don’t wait until the State Bar investigates to realize a change needed to be made.

Where will we meet?
Sherman Oaks Galleria Community Room, which is behind the escalators on the same level as Cheesecake Factory. Just keep walking past the escalators and you'll see the sign.

When?
Wednesday March 13th
5:30 p.m. social
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. program.

How Much?
$40 for members and $50 for non-members and includes a fine meal, great company and free parking.

RSVP
Space is limited so please RSVP to the right or call Vivian at (818) 345-9050

https://www.law360.com/articles/1121889

Calif. Weighs Abolishing Court Fees After Landmark Ruling - Law360 Following a landmark California appellate decision that ruled the imposition of court fees on those too poor to pay is unconstitutional, state lawmakers are considering whether to abolish mandatory criminal court fees altogether.

Private Mediator Phillip Hosp will enlighten us about the mediation process and discuss the recent amendment to California’s Evidence Code which imposes new written disclosures regarding the confidentiality restrictions in mediation. 1.0 hours MCLE credit

Last Call - Tonight - “Mediation, The Good, The Bad & The Ugly” & Limited Time Special Offer

Upcoming MCLE - July 18th
How to efficiently and properly use your
voir dire time to select your best jury
Summary
We will discuss how to spot your worst jurors and how to ask the right questions to find jurors who will negatively react to the worst facts in your case.
https://encinolawyers.org

What you missed last month.

Legal ethics issues associated with the use of social media in the practice of law. | Encino Lawyers Legal ethics issues associated with the use of social media in the practice of law. Presented at January 2018 MCLE: What do the advertising rules require? How can an attorney comply? Legal ethics expert and State Bar disciplinary defense attorney Jim Ham spoke on the legal ethics issues associated w...

A great win for two of our members.

http://blog.cvn.com/jury-orders-la-county-to-pay-11m-after-forklift-driver-strikes-pedestrian

Jury Orders LA County To Pay $11M After Forklift Driver Strikes Pedestrian A California state court jury hit the County of Los Angeles with a $10.8 million verdict on Thursday in a lawsuit filed by a man who suffered severe injuries when a county employee ran over his legs with a forklift.

“Deposing The Medical Expert”
presented by Brad Wixen

June 14th, 2017 at 6 pm
at the Sherman Oaks Galleria Community Room

Brad Wixen is an expert in deposition of the medical expert. He has done this exclusively for attorneys in both workers compensation and personal injury cases across the state for the last decade. He probably does as many depositions of physicians as anyone in the state. He has spoken at numerous CAAA conventions, for the California State Bar, and writes regularly for Lexis/Nexis in their national and statewide newsletters.

Please join us on Wednesday, June 14th when Mr. Wixen will present a discussion on strategy, methodology, and useful tips to rebut medical testimony.

Where?
Sherman Oaks Galleria Community Room, which is behind the escalators on the same level as Cheesecake Factory. Just keep walking past the escalators and you’ll see the sign.

When?
Wednesday May 10, 6:00 p.m. social, 7:00 p.m. program.

How Much?
$40 for members and $50 for non-members and includes a fine meal, great company and free parking.

RSVP
Space is limited so please RSVP by email to [email protected], or call Cheryl at (818) 272-8652.

MCLE
Bill Daniels || Law Offices certifies that this activity has been
approved for 1 MCLE credit by the State Bar of California

Encino Lawyers Association | 818.272.8652 | [email protected]
http://encinolawyers.org

encinolawyers.org Brad Wixen is an expert in deposition of the medical expert. He has done this exclusively for attorneys in both workers compensation and personal injury cases across the state for the last decade. He probably does as many depositions of physicians as anyone in the state. He has spoken at numerous CA...

CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS FROM THE ENCINO LAWYERS TRIVIA NIGHT MIXER.
http://encinolawyers.org/trivia-night/

Trivia Night April 19, 2017 | A fun and fantastic time was had by all at our first ever Trivia Night Spring Mixer. Six teams competed loudly and enthusiastically, challenging their brains while leaving their cell phones behind. The winning team, Tortteasers, won $25 Amazon Gift cards and the second place team members, Liabiliti...

When Bankruptcy Interrupts Litigation

May 10, 2017 at 6 pm
at the Sherman Oaks Galleria Community Room

For over 30 years, David R. Weinstein has practiced law in the areas of bankruptcy, insolvency and creditor-debtor relationships. He has been a partner and an associate in small, medium and large law firms, helping individuals and companies, large and small. Today, Mr. Weinstein blends all those experiences with the personalized service he can give directly to clients in a one-to-one setting.

Mr. Weinstein will present a discussion on the rights and obligations of parties to pending litigation when one of the parties files a bankruptcy case. He will cover things such as 1) what is and isn't automatically stayed; 2)getting relief from the automatic stay; 3)who controls what rights; and 4)what disclosures have to be made to the bankruptcy system. The floor will be open for questions all along (not only at the end).

Where?
Sherman Oaks Galleria Community Room, which is behind the escalators on the same level as Cheesecake Factory. Just keep walking past the escalators and you'll see the sign.

When?
Wednesday May 10, 6:00 p.m. social, 7:00 p.m. program.

How Much?
$40 for members and $50 for non-members and includes a fine meal, great company and free parking.

RSVP
Space is limited so please RSVP by email to [email protected], or call Cheryl at (818) 272-8652.

MCLE
Bill Daniels || Law Offices certifies that this activity has been
approved for 1 MCLE credit by the State Bar of California

Encino Lawyers Association | 818.272.8652 | [email protected]

http://encinolawyers.org/blog-2/

encinolawyers.org

1 Hour: Competence Issues MCLE ~ The Anatomy of a DUI - The Effects on a Professional Doug Ridley is a criminal defense attorney and former Ventura County Deputy District Attorney. Doug takes us through how a DUI case is investigated, prosecuted, and punished. Doug discussed the aspects of both the administrative procedure through the DMV as well as the criminal court procedure which is instigated by the prosecution with emphasis on how this effects professionals. ANATOMY OF A DUI

http://encinolawyers.org/mcle/january-11-2017-mcle-presentation-the-anatomy-of-a-dui/

January 11, 2017 MCLE presentation: THE ANATOMY OF A DUI 1 Hour: Competence Issues MCLE ~ The Anatomy of a DUI – The Effects on a Professional Doug Ridley is a criminal defense attorney and former Ventura County Deputy District Attorney. Doug takes…