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For New Attorneys / For the Record

Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division

Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division

By Stephanie Atkinson

Greetings NLD,

It has been a pleasure serving this community as chair of the New Lawyer Division! One of the NLD’s primary goals is to serve as a voice for the NLD membership while providing information and resources based on our community’s unique and specific needs. New this year, we conducted a few member surveys in order to shed light on real issues affecting our community, including civility towards new lawyers and new lawyers’ acclimation to the post-pandemic workplace. Please take two minutes to complete our current poll on lawyer-targeted scams so that the NLD can report on how this issue affects new lawyers and law students. Read More

For New Attorneys / For the Record / Law Practice / Legal Ethics

Ethical Considerations for Pro Bono Representation

Ethical Considerations for Pro Bono Representation

By Irean Zhang, Esq.

One of the most rewarding aspects of an attorney’s job is providing pro bono services to those in need.[1] Though not required, lawyers are encouraged to provide pro bono legal services during their legal careers.[2] Pro bono work is also a great way for new attorneys to gain experience, develop new skills, and handle their own cases from start to finish. Read More

For New Attorneys / For the Record

Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division

Message from the Chair of the New Lawyer Division

By Stephanie Atkinson

Greetings NLD!

We have a lot of congratulating and celebrating to do this week! First, huge congratulations to our newest bar passers! You did it! For those of you who did not pass, don’t forget this is literally the hardest bar exam in the country, and you are not alone. For anyone wanting bar prep pro tips (first time or repeat takers), I am always happy to share some tried and tested pro tips and/or give pep talks along the way. Don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing me at stephanie.atkinson@bipc.com, or find me on LinkedIn and we’ll set up a call! Read More

For New Attorneys / For the Record

The Intersection of California and Federal Leave of Absence Laws Amidst COVID-19

The Intersection of California and Federal Leave of Absence Laws Amidst COVID-19

By Rosario R. Stoliker
CDF Labor Law LLP

There are many laws that provide for time off, paid or unpaid, with some providing job protection during leaves of absence. These laws include the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Family Leave, California Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL), California Paid Sick Leave, Workers’ Compensation and more. Understanding and applying these various laws is a challenge, especially amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

For New Attorneys / For the Record

Breaking Out of the Socially Distanced Comfort Zone

Breaking Out of the Socially Distanced Comfort Zone

By Gracie Pollard
Balestreri, Potocki & Holmes

I don’t know about you, but I enjoy a solid routine. Routines help me stay on task and accomplish goals. However, being so stuck in your ways that you cannot diverge from routines can have negative effects. This was clearly demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people were content in their routine. Then, when faced with COVID-19 obstacles that not only encouraged change, but required it, some people panicked. They let it be a reason not to do something. On the other hand, some people saw an opportunity. A chance to try something new, and perhaps better. Read More