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SUMMARY:How to Become a Trusted Legal Advisor
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful panel discussion on how to become a trusted legal advisor. This session will explore the essential qualities\, skills\, and strategies that in-house legal professionals need to cultivate to build trust and establish long-lasting relationships with their internal clients. Our expert panelists\, including seasoned legal professionals and business stakeholders who receive and execute legal advice and tips from in-house counsel\, will share their experiences and provide practical advice and tips on how to navigate the complexities of legal practice while maintaining integrity and professionalism. \nObjectives for the Discussion: \n\nIdentify the key characteristics that define a trusted legal advisor.\nDiscuss the importance of effective communication and active listening in building client trust.\nExplore strategies for demonstrating expertise and reliability in legal practice.\nExamine the role of ethical behavior and professional conduct in maintaining client confidence.\nGain insights from internal business stakeholders on their expectations and experiences with in-house counsel.\nProvide actionable tips for fostering strong\, trust-based internal client relationships.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from both legal professionals and business stakeholders to enhance your ability to become a trusted advisor in the in-house environment. \nThis complimentary event is exclusive to CMCP members. \nCA MCLE: .75 hr General Credit
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/how-to-become-a-trusted-legal-advisor/
LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMCP Ambassadors Council":MAILTO:events.ac@cmcp.org
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SUMMARY:CMCPAC Community Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a CMCPAC Community Nature Walk! \nJoin the CMCP Ambassadors Council for a refreshing Community Nature Walk on Sunday\, March 30! \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with fellow CMCP members and take in scenic views along the Ferndell to the West Observatory Loop Trail to Griffith Observatory. \nWe will start the hike at 7:30 am (so please arrive at least 15 minutes earlier) and should be done by 9:30 am.   \nBring your family\, friends\, and/or pets (dogs on leash) and join us to enjoy nature\, breathe fresh air\, and connect with fellow CMCP members! \nMeeting Spot: Corner of Los Feliz Blvd & Fern Dell Dr \nNote: This 2.6-mile moderate hike includes some steep inclines\, so bring comfortable shoes and water. \nSee: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ferndell-to-the-west-observatory-loop-trail-to-griffith-observatory \nWe’d love to see you there! \nPlease RSVP below
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/cmcp-ambassadors-council-community-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Griffith Park\, 2333 Fern Dell Dr\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMCP Ambassadors Council":MAILTO:events.ac@cmcp.org
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SUMMARY:Effectively Managing Outside Counsel
DESCRIPTION:(EARN MCLE CREDIT – see below)\nSuccessful in-house counsel requires strong relationships with outside counsel. A partnership between outside and in-house counsel enables both to provide quality legal advice. Join this discussion with experienced attorneys from both sides of the relationship to gain insights on effective outside counsel management. Panelists:\nSean Andrade\, Managing Partner\, Andrade Gonzalez LLP\nDebbie Gong\, Associate General Counsel\, First Republic now part of JPMorgan Chase\nBrian Monje\, Director and Senior Counsel\, Netflix\nModerator: Angelina Evans\, Partner\, Seyfarth Shaw LLP\n______________________________________________\nMEMBERS: Complimentary\nNON-MEMBERS: $25\n______________________________________________\n\nMCLE: .25 hr Elimination of Bias Credit \n               .50 hr General Credit
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/effectively-managing-outside-counsel/
LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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ORGANIZER;CN="CMCP Ambassadors Council":MAILTO:events.ac@cmcp.org
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SUMMARY:How to Succeed As In-House Counsel
DESCRIPTION:Learn from experienced in-house attorneys how to progress within your current company or how to recognize when it is time to pursue new opportunities elsewhere. \nDetails: \nThursday\, November 9\, 2023 \n11:30 am – 1:00 pm \nPanelists: \nAli Amirmahani\, AIML & Privacy-Focused Products & Commercial CounselAmazon \nAlex Gin\, Senior Director\, Product LegalAutodesk\, Inc. \nMonique Liburd\, Senior Trademark CounselGoogle LLC \nTiffany Renee Thomas\, Assistant General Counsel – Employment Law & BenefitsGenentech\, Inc. \nModerator: \nPamela Lujan\, Senior Director\, Corporate CounselOportun Inc. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/cmcpachtsihc-110923/
LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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SUMMARY:CMCP “Step Up” Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An Interactive Virtual Session for Early-Career Attorneys of Color To Advance Professional Development And Network With Peers. \nHost: \nNelson Allen\, Counsel\, Indivior Inc. \nSpeaker: \nChristiane Roussell\, Vice President\, People – Corporate and Employee Relations\, Roku \nComplimentary to CMCP Members and Non-Members
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/cmcpsuvw-102423/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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SUMMARY:CMCP Ambassadors Council Happy Hour (San Diego)
DESCRIPTION:Join for an evening of stimulating discussion and networking with like-minded professionals. \nDetails: \n5:30 pm – 7:00 pm \nCost: \nAvailable and complimentary to CMCP Members and Special Guests
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/cmcpachsd-101223/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T130000
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Part 2: Closing the Wealth Gap; Financial Growth Toward Wealth\, Investing\, Real Estate\, and Taxes
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session for attorneys of color features a panel of financial professionals who will provide strategies for financial growth\, investing\, real estate\, and taxes. The panel will be followed by breakout rooms for each topic. \nDetails: \n1:00pm – 2:30pm \nPanelists: \nChris Andrews\, Wealth Management Advisor (Insurance) \nNerd Nation Financial\, Wealth Management & Insurance Services \nNicole Middleton Holloway\, Certified Financial Planner™\nStrategy Squad \nKhesraw (Kash) Karmand\, Employment Associate\nDLA Piper (US)\, LLP \nJay J. Lee\, Certified Public Accountant\nNexus Tax Services \nMing Zhu\, Corporate Counsel\nGoogle LLC \nModerator: \nKenneth Trujillio-Jamison\, Senior Associate\nWillenken LLP
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/financial-literacy-part-2-closing-the-wealth-gap-financial-growth-toward-wealth-investing-real-estate-and-taxes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T143000
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Part 1: Financial Planning 101: Preparing for the Planned and the Unexpected
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-part series on establishing financial security and growth. \nThis interactive session for early-career attorneys of color features a panel of financial professionals who will provide strategies for buying a home\, retirement\, planning\, and preparing for the unexpected. The panel will be followed by breakout rooms for each topic. \nDetails: \n1:00pm – 2:30pm \nPanelists: \nTerry Banks\, Financial Coach\nBank On It Financial Coaching \nLynell Bevels\, Branch Manager\nMason-McDuffie \nKhesraw (Kash) Karmand\, Employment Associate\nDLA Piper LLP (US) \nJeff Tachiki\, Estate Planner\nPerkins Coie LLP \nKenneth Trujillo-Jamison\, Senior Associate\nWillenken LLP \nMing Zhu\, Corporate Counsel\nGoogle LLC
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/financial-literacy-part-1-financial-planning-1010-preparing-for-the-planned-and-the-unexpected/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200813T140000
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Business Development in the Virtual Environment
DESCRIPTION:When in-person meetings are no longer possible\, what does business development look like\, and how does one do it effectively? \nJoin us to discuss the new challenges in creating virtual business opportunities and learn tips on how to: \n– Make new contacts/add to your network\n– Build strong\, empathetic relationships including across racial/cultural differences\n– Adapt to/overcome technological challenges \nDetails: \n1pm- 2pm \nSpeakers: \nRichard Amador\nManaging Partner\nSanchez & Amador\, LLP \nMarc Fernandez\nAssistant General Counsel\nIntuit \nLaura Maechtlen\nNational Chair\, Labor and Employment Department\nSeyfarth Shaw LLP \nTiffany Renee Thomas\nEmployment Counsel\nGenentech \nModerator:\nMing Zhu\nCorporate Counsel\nGoogle LLC
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/demystifying-business-development-in-the-virtual-environment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200625T140000
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CREATED:20200603T170603Z
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SUMMARY:CMCP Virtual Program Step Up!
DESCRIPTION:An interactive program that provides networking and professional development for the next generation of attorneys of color\, at which attendees will learn from and with their law firm and inhouse peers. \nParticipants will:\n• Hear tips and best practices on networking and professional development from an experienced attorney \n• Have an opportunity to practice networking techniques and pitches and receive feedback \n• Have an opportunity to connect with like-situated attorneys to share experiences on opportunities and challenges in networking and professional development \nLocation:\nZoom Webinar \nTime:\n1:00pm – 2:00pm \nModerator: \nAngelo Primas\nCounsel\, Executive and Talent Contracts\nNBCUniversal Media LLC \nSpeakers: \nShareef Farag\nPartner\nBaker & Hostetler LLP
URL:https://cmcp.org/event/vpsu-062520/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ambassadors Council
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