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This biennial event convenes the appellate justices of the California Court of Appeal, Second District, Division Six, for a unique opportunity to engage in conversation directly with the Court on important legal topics relevant to your practice and the broader legal community. This event includes a panel discussion, followed by a question and answer session open to audience members. The panel discussion will address such topics as the state of legal practice in Ventura County, guidance from the justices to improve your appellate strategy and presentation, insights on how the justices think about the cases that come before the Court and what they look for from the attorneys presenting them, the Court’s perspective on the most pressing legal issues facing Ventura’s legal community and the community at large, and other trends and topics in the law as observed at the appellate level.

Please join the Women Lawyers of Ventura County as Forensic Economic Services LLC delves into the differences between earning capacity and expected earnings, focusing on their significance in legal contexts and the evolving legal standards surrounding them.

Please join the Women Lawyers of Ventura County as Forensic Economic Services LLC explores the legal and economic implications of fraudulent concealment. Attendees will gain insights into identifying and addressing fraudulent practices in litigation. The course covers key concepts, case law, and practical applications, providing legal practitioners with the tools to uncover and prove concealed information effectively.

To be considered for a judicial appointment by Governor Newsom, it is recommended that you submit your application before the end of August 2025.

Register to attend only or 1 hour of general MCLE credit is available for $15.00.

Register here: https://www.wlvc.org/event-registration/vcub-inaugural-event

Building off the decades-long work of the Ventura County Diversity Bar Alliance (“VCDBA”) and inspired by the Sacramento County Unity Bar, the VCDBA voted to become the Ventura County Unity Bar in November 2023.  The decision to become a unity bar was a thoughtful and deliberate decision to join the Statewide effort to help ensure that the judiciary reflects the rich diversity of California.  The VCUB mission is to advance and empower, through advocacy and education, all those who have been historically underrepresented and disenfranchised in the legal profession and in the judiciary, thereby increasing access to and confidence in the judicial system.

The VCUB is comprised of each of the diversity bar associations in Ventura County, including Women Lawyers of Ventura County, Ventura County Asian American Bar Association (“VCAABA”), SOGI, Black Lawyers Association, and the Latinx Bar Association.

Come and join us for the Ventura Unity Bar Inaugural Event celebrating the receently appointed judges in Ventura County and our continued efforts to support and increase diversity in our profession and in the judiciary.

All excess proceeds not used for event costs will go to support the WLVC Scholarship Fund. WLVC is a 501(c)(6). Sponsorships and donations are not tax deductible as charitable contributions. Consult your tax professional to determine what other tax benefits may apply.

Thank you to our Justice Sponsor ARC Alternative Resolution Centers. Check out their website www.arc4adr.com to learn more about ARC.

Thank you to our Equity Sponsor: Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones & Feingold LLP

Thank you to our Unity Sponsors: U4EA Ranch and Clunen & Oakman Law LLP

Register here: https://www.wlvc.org/event-registration/trial-skills-101-mechanics-of-a-civil-trial

Join us for an insightful presentation as we unravel the intricacies of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the convergence of key regulatory and industry developments. From the expansion of ADUs to the enforcement actions by regulatory bodies like FinCEN and recent settlements within the National Association of Realtors, we explore how these factors intersect and impact homeowners, real estate professionals, and insurers alike. Additionally, delve into the complexities of fire insurance issues, highlighting the implications for property owners in this multifaceted landscape. Whether you're a homeowner, realtor, insurer, or policymaker, this presentation offers valuable insights into navigating the evolving terrain of housing, finance, and regulation.

Join the Ventura County Diversity Bar Alliance along with the SBCBA and the Equity and Inclusion Task Force for a Unity Mixer on February 15, 2023 at 6:00-7:30pm at Corktree Cellars in Carpinteria. this event is free to attend, but please register by February 13, 2023. Here is the link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEG-skJ3wecX1X_gu7UrKz8BvvWdyzs4iiUn2uXRfXYTrhsA/viewform.

Please join us for our 14th Annual Scholarship Dinner. This special event will honor our Legacy Award Recipient and Keynote Speaker, Hon. Tari Cody and our Holly Spevak Award Recipient, Zoya Shenker.

Join us for an evening of hanging out, catching up, and celebrating Latinas and their accomplishments! Celebrate alongside Carmen Ramirez, first Latina member and now Chair of VC Board of Supervisors; Michele Castillo, first Latina Superior Court Judge of Ventura County; Claudia Batista, first Latina Public Defender of Ventura County; and other women with sway. Come re-connect with members and friends.

All are welcome.

RSVP to elvia@garcialegalservices.com

This 60-minute educational event will feature a panel of experts discussing the different areas of law dealing with pets. The program will provide a brief overview of the different laws and practices surrounding pets in family law, trusts & estates, and civil litigation.

Meet Ventura County’s new Public Defender and first Latina Public Defender in Ventura County’s history! Members can attend for free. Non-members are $10 which goes toward the VCWL scholarship fund.

Ventura County Diversity Bar Alliance & Women Lawyers of Ventura County

A Conversation On Race: Raising Awareness & Sensitivity in Our Profession (Zoom Webinar). Speakers: Gaye Theresa Johnson, UCLA Associate Professor of Chicana and Chicano Studies and African American Studies; James Joyce II, Founder and CVO of Coffee With a Black Guy - an innovative social impact movement dedicated to the war on racism; Melissa Rodezno-Patrino, Co-Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Just Communities.