Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the legal profession—but as adoption accelerates, a critical question is emerging: Can legal professionals trust what AI produces? The whitepaper “Beyond the Algorithm: Why Trusted Content Defines the Future of Legal Intelligence” explores this pivotal moment in the legal industry. It…
May 2026 Members in the News
Two Leader Circle Firms named California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year Congratulations to both Farella Braun + Martel and Lieff Cabraser on their recent recognition in the 2026 “California Lawyer Attorneys of the Year” by the Daily Journal. Alongside legal…
Can AI help close the access-to-justice gap?
Demand for legal services continues to outpace access, leaving many people without practical ways to get help. Cost is a significant barrier, but court backlogs, procedural complexity, and limited attorney capacity all contribute to a system where access to justice…
SB 294 – The Workplace Know Your Rights Act: Compliance and Background for California Employers
California’s Senate Bill 294 – the “Workplace Know Your Rights Act” – adds a significant new compliance layer for employers beginning in 2026 within Labor Code sections 1550–1559. The Act requires employers affirmatively educate employees about workplace and constitutional rights,…
San Francisco-Marin Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) Celebrates 80 Years of Answering the Call
In 1946, BASF launched its Lawyer Referral Service to help returning World War II veterans navigate the legal challenges of returning to civilian life. Within a year, nearly 100 vetted attorneys had joined the program, offering clients an initial consultation for just $5. Now, what…
April 2026 Members in the News
Teresa Johnson with Terras Congratulations to Teresa Johnson, partner at WilmerHale and BASF Past President, who has joined the Terras advisory board. Terras is the global network for sustainability and climate leaders, and under her guidance, the organization will explore…
March 2026 Members in the News
Arnold & Porter Welcomes Natalie Sinzing Natalie Sinzig has recently joined the Arnold & Porter’s Intellectual Property & Technology practice as counsel at their San Francisco office. As an accomplished IP litigator, Natalie brings experience leading high-stakes, patent, trade secret,…
Marin County Superior Court Pro Tem Training
The Marin County Superior Court invites any lawyer with more than 10 years of experience to apply to serve as a volunteer Judge Pro Tem in the Small Claims department. Interested attorneys must submit their application to administration@marin.courts.ca.gov. Before the court can appoint…
February 2026 Members in the News
Walkup Shareholders Recognized by Lawdragon Congratulations to every shareholder at Walkup, Melodia, Kelly + Schoenberger for being named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers. This guide acknowledges lawyers who fight got clients in their toughest moments –…
January 2026 Members in the News
KVP’s New Partners and Of Counsel Congratulations to the Keker, Van Nest & Peters’ attorneys who were elevated to Partners and Of Counsel effective January 1st, 2026. In their news announcement, Keker’s Managing Partner, Laurie Carr Mims shares, “Victor, Deeva,…
California Attorneys: Yes, You Are Responsible for Your Paralegal’s CLE
California’s approach to paralegal regulation places responsibility squarely on the supervising attorney. Unlike jurisdictions that license or independently regulate paralegals, California requires attorneys to ensure that the paralegals they supervise meet statutory education and continuing education requirements. That responsibility includes…
December 2025 Members in the News
Niharika Sachdeva 2025 Atlas Award Congratulations to Niharika Sachdeva, Associate at Keker, Van Nest & Peters for receiving an Atlas Award upon the completion of the 2025 Pathfinders Program under LCLD. An organization who hosts more than 400 corporate chief legal officers and…