Alison Adelman, Esq., juggles many priorities as a practicing attorney and a new mother. Adelman is an attorney at the San Diego office of Ogletree Deakins. Her practice primarily focuses on employment defense cases, including harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims. She appreciates the delicacy and complexity of her cases. Read More
Happy New Year NLD Members!
Stephanie Pengilley here, NLD’s Chair for the 2023 year. I am excited for what this year holds and the events that are to come. Last year, NLD coordinated several engaging events and received the SDCBA’s Section Recognition and Achievement certificate for Variety of Activities. As Chair, I hope to continue NLD’s accomplishments of putting on intriguing and thoughtful events. Read More
Dear Members,
I am fortunate to have served as Chair of the New Lawyer Division’s Executive Committee. Thank you for the opportunity and your support this past year. Read More
If you are a litigator, you have likely been in court and heard another lawyer enter her appearance by stating her name, followed by the phrase “specially appearing.” Or, perhaps you have received a telephone call from another lawyer who requests you “specially appear” at a hearing for a client you have never met. Such appearances are not uncommon in California Superior Court in both civil and criminal matters. Read More
It has been my privilege and honor to produce For The Record as your editor-in-chief these past two years. This publication is uniquely founded on being created by new lawyers for new lawyers. Together, we have created more than 150 articles over the past two years tailored specifically to the needs, likes, and interests of our community. If you missed any past editions, you can visit our full archive. Read More
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