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An Official Publication of
The Marin County Bar Association |
Editor: Robert Rosborough
Guest Editor: Susan Feder |
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April 2018 Articles |
Click here for a PDF of all the April 2018 Articles. |
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Wed | May 23 | 11:45A-1:30P |
General | MCBA Members Luncheon
General
MCBA Members Luncheon |
Update on Gender Inequality Issues |
Whether you counsel clients on employment issues, or advise business owners on gender discrimination/ harassment allegations, this program will update you on policy reforms, new questions and the under-represented. What upcoming legislation do you need to be aware of to stay current? Why is this not just an issue for women, and why should men be active in discussing the #Metoo movement and gender discrimination? Please join us for a fascinating panel discussion with Jennifer Reisch, Legal Director of Equal Rights Advocates (ERA), and Bernice Yeung, writer, (In a Day’s Work), journalist and filmmaker, to learn how the #Metoo movement affects YOU and your clients!
Meeting Handouts
National Resource Hub on Sexual Harassment & Violence
Online Resource Library
You can look for Resources by Type (Factsheets & Guides; Education & Training; Workplace Tools; and Research & Reports) or by Audience (resources for Employers, Survivors and Co-Workers, and Advocates). |
Boxed Lunch Included with Program 1.0 CLE | Bias |
Location: Best Western Corte Madera |
Members: $55
Non-Members: $65 |
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Editor's Introduction |
From Mediation to Cross-Examination |
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Robert Rosborough |
While I hope that your cases don’t go from mediation to cross-examination, our articles this month do. Many thanks to Susan Feder, our guest editor this month, who as a mediator herself has brought us a couple of great articles on mediation. More >
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President's Message |
A Call for Service-For Everyone's Benefit |
By
Thomas S. Brown |
Opportunities--and the need--for pro bono service abound in Marin. Donating your time and expertise brings benefits to the community--and yourself. More >
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Civility and the Mediation Process |
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Mark LeHocky |
Civility is more critical to the mediation process than to any other form of dispute resolution. The reasons are several: First, unlike trial and arbitration, success in mediation depends entirely upon adversaries agreeing. More >
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Helping Clients Work Through Conflict During A Divorce: The Difference Between Understanding and Agreement |
By
Ann Buscho, PhD |
Family law practitioners and collaborative team members often are called upon to support divorcing couples as they work through their conflict. I believe that one of the keys to providing this support is helping people appreciate the power of understanding and empathy as alternatives to the power of coercion. More >
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Cross-Examination of Adverse Experts: 13 Commandments |
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John M. Feder |
Picture this scenario: You are well into your trial and are about to take on your opponent’s highly-paid and self-important expert witness. You are excited to expose the fallacies in his or her opinion, and can’t wait to show the jury how much you know. Pause…wait…and think before you dive in. And heed this baker’s dozen commandments from someone who has been there before! More >
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Update From a Political Junkie |
Marin's June Ballot and A Look Ahead to November |
By
Greg Brockbank |
What is happening in local, state and national elections? Find out here- More >
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Pro Bono Appreciation March Member Lunch |
Recognizing Contributions and Encouraging Participation |
By
Susan Feder |
The annual Pro Bono Appreciation Luncheon on March 28, jointly presented by MCBA and Legal Aid of Marin, filled the Four Points Sheraton conference room with a warm recognition for the important community work done by many volunteers from both organizations. The Louderback Law Group generously sponsored the event, which was attended by almost all members of the Marin County bench. More >
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Director Spotlight |
Nestor Schnasse |
By
Susan Feder |
The Marin Lawyer sat down with one of MCBA’s new directors, Nestor Schnasse, to learn more about practicing and bicycling in Marin. More >
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Nonprofit Profile |
North Marin Community Services |
By
Susan Feder |
I was introduced to North Marin Community Services by my sister-in-law, who serves as a Board Member for this newly created nonprofit organization. NMCS is the product of a January 2018 merger between two Novato based agencies that served the North Marin community for more than 40 years; Novato Human Needs Center and Novato Youth Center. More >
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Ragghianti Freitas LLP is pleased to welcome JONATHAN R. KATHREIN to the firm |
Jonathan specializes in real estate, land use, and business transactions. As an active member of the Marin County community, he brings valuable insight and experience to the firm and his clients. |
Ragghianti Freitas LLP > |
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Forgiveness Pioneer Joins Monty White LLP |
Monty White LLP is proud to announce that Eileen Barker has joined the firm as of counsel. An experienced commercial litigator and highly skilled mediator, Eileen Barker is a leader in incorporating aspects of forgiveness into the legal field. |
Monty White LLP > |
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DRAFT LOCAL RULES: MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT |
The Judges of the Marin County Superior Court have approved a draft set of proposed Local Court Rules to go into effect July 1, 2018. Comments are due to the Court by May 8, 2018 by 4 PM. For more information and a link to current local rules, please follow link below. |
Read More > |
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Food from the Bar |
For five weeks every year, the legal community comes together for one purpose: to end hunger in San Francisco and Marin, where one in four people face hunger. Participating firms and companies enter into a friendly competition to fundraise, contribute the most volunteer hours, and collect the most food for the SF-Marin Food Bank. Over the past 27 years, the Food From The Bar campaign has provided enough food for 19 million meals.
FFTB is a fundraiser in which firms compete to generate the most money, pounds of food, and volunteer hours. This year, the legal community celebrates 27 years of supporting the Food Bank. The campaign began in San Francisco and launched a rich tradition of organizing competitive food and fund drives and contributing volunteer hours.
Register your firm and create your team page today.
Mark Your Calendars! The Food From the Bar Campaign begins May 1st. |
FFTB Team Registration > |
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Office Space, Employment Opportunities, Services and More... |
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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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