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An Official Publication of
The Marin County Bar Association |
Editor: Caroline Joachim
Guest Editor: Patricia Conway |
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New MCBA Website |
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Thu | Dec 01 | 5:30-7:30P |
General | Invitation
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Invitation |
Retirement Reception for Judge Faye D’Opal |
The Marin County Bar Association and Marin County Women Lawyers invite you to a reception honoring Judge Faye D’Opal. Join us to celebrate her work on the bench and in the community, and wish her well as she sets sail on her new adventures! Proceeds benefit Center for Domestic Peace
Tickets start at $50 | Tributes start at $20
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Location: Terrapin Crossroads |
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Welcome to the New MCBA Website |
By
Mee Mee Wong and Kathie Gaines |
We are delighted to introduce the new format for the monthly Marin Lawyer, along with a new 21st century mobile-friendly MCBA website. We hope you’ll find the content easy to read on whatever platform you prefer. More >
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President's Message |
Summer is Over: Welcome Back, Now Let's Get Busy! |
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Larry Strick |
It is an exciting time for the MCBA. Our new refined website is up and running and it's easier to use and more efficient. And I'm pleased to announce our new program, Lawyers in the Library. More >
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July Membership Mtg Recap |
Racial Justice: Addressing Implicit Bias in Our Legal Practices |
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Mee Mee Wong |
Racism, bigotry, and Islamophobia manifest themselves in our society in the open rhetoric of hate and violence, and the insidious undercurrents of implicit bias. Panelists examined how legal professionals can impact society by taking action to More >
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Judge's Corner |
Tempus Fugit |
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The Honorable Terrence Boren |
Yes, “time flies” – especially when one is engaged in interesting, challenging, and compelling efforts, such as a trial lawyer or a trial court judge. However, there may be something to add: tempus fugit, sed memorias manere. More >
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Proposed Treasury Regulations to Affect Family Wealth Transfers |
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Philip B. Feldman |
The Treasury Department recently issued proposed regulations that will curtail the use of valuation discounts for gift and estate tax purposes for inter-family transfers of interests in family partnerships, LLCs and corporations. More >
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NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT |
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Little by Little, Making a Difference |
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Mary Sackett |
One of the most important factors in a child’s success is a positive adult role model. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Bayhelps children facing adversity in change their lives for the better through the power of one-to-one mentoring. More >
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Joy in the Law |
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Diana Maier |
I write this article after spending the year taking the online class “Awakening Joy,” James Baraz’s now-famous course on how to live a happier life. What in the world does this have in common with lawyering, you might wonder? More >
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Announcing New Firm Foroutan Bloomberg, LLP |
The Law Office of Judith A. Bloomberg and The Law Office of Firouzeh Foroutan have created a partnership, now called Foroutan Bloomberg, LLP. The firm specializes in all aspects of Immigration Law, including, but not limited to removal defense, family and employment-based visas, naturalization, consular processing, asylum, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Located in San Rafael, they can be reached at jbloomberg@immigrationvisalaw.com and fforoutan@immigrationvisalaw.com |
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Jessica Pliner Named a Super Lawyers Rising Star |
Jessica Pliner (MCBA Board Treasurer) of Archer Norris LLP has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine among the top attorneys in California for 2016. Pliner celebrates her first year of recognition as a Rising Star which recognizes the top up-and-coming attorneys in the state; nominees are 40 years old or younger or practicing for 10 years or less. |
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Christian J. Martinez Has Been Named General Counsel of Svitla Systems, Inc. |
Svitla Systems is a global software development company with offices in Europe, North America, and Mexico. |
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Volunteer to be a MCBA Mentor |
Beginning a law practice is a daunting challenge for newly admitted Barristers, the MCBA Mentoring Program matches our experienced and successful MCBA members with a new Barrister. Our mentees gain valuable advice and guidance on navigating the Marin Superior Courts, networking at MCBA events, or handling a complex case. Mentors are eager to give back to the legal community and share their insight, experience and tips for building a successful law practice in Marin County.
For more information: Email MCBA |
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Lawyers in the Library begins October 2016 |
MCBA needs volunteer lawyers to staff a regular legal clinic, free 20-minute consultations at the Marin County Law Library every second and fourth Thursday of each month from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Lawyers in the Library will serve people who cannot afford private legal services. Any self-represented litigant living in Marin County or who has a case in Marin County Superior Court is eligible. Volunteer lawyers will facilitate access to information and referrals, and provide legal advice in family, probate, and civil law, and small claims and landlord/tenant matters.
Lawyers in the Library is a collaboration of MCBA, the Marin County Law Library, and the Marin County Superior Court Self-Help Desk.
To volunteer: Email MCBA |
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Mary-Alice Cardenas
mcardenas@reversefunding.com
415 233 1007
Affiliate Nonattorney
Timothy Coxon
Thompson, Welch, Soroko & Gilbert LLP
tcoxon@twsglaw.com
415 448 5000
Katherine Dulany
Zarate Dulany Law, P.C.
katherine@zaratedulanylaw.com
415 801 8063
Michele Ferri
ferri.inc@gmail.com
415 686 6985
Bill Ford
Law Offices of Bill Ford
bford@billfordlaw.com
415 306 7840
Firouzeh Foroutan
Foroutan Bloomberg, LLP
fforoutan@immigrationvisalaw.com
415 258 9152
Greg Gener
greg.gener@fbol.com
415 456 9420
Affiliate Nonattorney
William Helvestine
Crowell & Moring LLP
whelvestine@crowell.com
415 365 7260
Jennifer Johnston
jjohnston@msettlements.com
415 793 8404
Affiliate Nonattorney
Bryan Kreft
Steyer Lowenthal Boodrookas Alvarez & Smith LLP
bkreft@steyerlaw.com
415 421 3400
Sara Leask
admin@billfordlaw.com
415 306 7840
Affiliate Legal Personnel
Berridge Marsh
Sedgwick LLP
berridge.marsh@sedgwicklaw.com
415 627 1434
Paulette McMillan
paulette.mcmillancpa@gmail.com
415 259 1162
Affiliate Nonattorney
Charles Miller
Bartko, Zankel, Bunzel & Miller
cmiller@bzbm.com
415 987 7548
Mariela Murillo
mariela.e.murillo@gmail.com
714 916 7011
Joseph Perry, P.E.
electricalexpert@josephperrype.com
707 477 3862
Affiliate Nonattorney
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Jennifer Johnston
jjohnston@msettlements.com
415 793 8404
Affiliate Nonattorney
Bryan Kreft
Steyer Lowenthal Boodrookas Alvarez & Smith LLP
bkreft@steyerlaw.com
415 421 3400
Sara Leask
admin@billfordlaw.com
415 306 7840
Affiliate Legal Personnel
Berridge Marsh
Sedgwick LLP
berridge.marsh@sedgwicklaw.com
415 627 1434
Paulette McMillan
paulette.mcmillancpa@gmail.com
415 259 1162
Affiliate Nonattorney
Charles Miller
Bartko, Zankel, Bunzel & Miller
cmiller@bzbm.com
415 987 7548
Mariela Murillo
mariela.e.murillo@gmail.com
714 916 7011
Joseph Perry, P.E.
electricalexpert@josephperrype.com
707 477 3862
Affiliate Nonattorney
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MCBA encourages submission of articles that may interest the legal community. The editor reserves the right to publish, decline to publish, edit, or otherwise modify any submission. Editorial material should be sent to Marin County Bar Association by email. |
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