Straight Outta BigLaw: Why Associates of Color Leave, and What You Can do About It
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP 350 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThis unique program will address the distressingly high number of racial minority attorneys who exit law firms early in their careers. It will explore potential solutions, with a specific focus on the challenges and opportunities for increasing retention of associates. The program will include research data and anecdotal information on the experience of associates of…
Summer School for In-House Counsel Part 2
Google LLC 345 Spear Street, 7th Floor, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThis is the second in a series of programs to increase diversity of in-house counsel generally and in leadership positions. It specifically aims to support attorneys of color in their first five years working in-house (regardless of level in-house). The program series will achieve its objective through a combination of training, peer support and mentoring…
Build an Internal Network – Orange County
Hueston Hennigan LLP 620 Newport Center Drive, Suite 1300, Newport Beach, CA, United StatesLearn how legal marketing professionals, other professionals and attorneys can work together to Increase diversity inside firms. A panel with representatives from legal marketing, business development, diversity professionals and practicing attorney diversity leaders will share success stories and challenges in driving diversity. Breakout groups will allow attendees to share insights and ideas for how legal…
Build an Internal Network – San Diego
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth 4365 Executive Drive, San Diego, CA, United StatesLearn how legal marketing professionals, other professionals and attorneys can work together to Increase diversity inside firms. A panel with representatives from legal marketing, business development, diversity professionals and practicing attorney diversity leaders will share success stories and challenges in driving diversity. Breakout groups will allow attendees to share insights and ideas for how legal…
Step Up!
Allen Matkins 865 S. Figueroa St., Suite 2800, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesProfessional Development and Networking for the Next Generation of Attorneys of Color Details: 11:30am-11:45am Registration and Networking 11:45am-1:00pm Networking Lunch and Program 1:00pm-1:30pm Networking Welcome Speaker: Fernando Villa Partner Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP Opening Remarks: Robert Mason Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs Lionsgate Organizer Alana Thorbourne Carlyle Associate Allen…
American Justice on Trial
Santa Clara University Law School 500 El Camino Real, Panelli 103, Santa Clara, CA, United StatesThe book American Justice on Trial: People v. Newton won multiple prizes in the categories of history, law, multiculturalism and social change. In this program retired judge, author and filmmaker Lise Pearlman will air a clip of her documentary in process about one of the most impactful trials in American history. She will be joined…
Advance Directives
Los Angeles County Law Library 301 W. First Street, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThis event’s goal is to inform seniors and low-income individuals about the importance of Advance Directives and how to complete them. Advance Directives can be used to appoint powers of attorney, and/or state instructions for healthcare decisions. Train to help community members prepare these important end of life forms. No healthcare law experience needed for…
Silicon Beach Mixer
OnlinePost-Event Survey Casual networking event for in-house counsel held on Snap's Campus in a courtyard, with beer, wine and light refreshments, co-sponsored by Snap Inc. Attendance limited to in-house counsel and CMCP Ambassadors. Details: 6:00pm - 8:30pm: Networking Mixer Cost: CMCP Member: No Cost Non-Member: No Cost Registration Closes Wednesday, October 23
Sushi Social for Diversity
Arent Fox LLP 55 2nd Street 20th Floor, San Francisco, CA, United StatesCMCP & Arent Fox LLP invite you to an evening of networking over sushi and sake. Get in on the fun and roll your own sushi under the guidance of Chef Kaz Matsune of Breakthrough Sushi. Details: 5:30 – 6:00 pm Registration 6:00 – 8:00 pm Reception 6:15 pm welcome words by Jeff Leung Cost:…
Friday Night At The Museum
OnlineJoin the CMCP Ambassadors Council for Friday night at the Oakland Museum of California. Enjoy a private docent-led tour of the special exhibit; ¡El Movimiento Vivo! Chicano Roots of El Día de los Muertos. Stay afterwards to enjoy the local flavors of the Off the Grid Food Trucks. Registration includes general admission to the museum,…