ALA San Diego

Diversity Event - Authentic Leadership
2024-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Dentons, 4655 Executive Dr #700, San Diego, CA, 92121
Thank you to our Diversity Event Sponsor

RSVP
RSVP by Thursday, June 13
Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee. Thank you for your understanding.

July Membership Meeting - M365 Tips, Tricks & More!
2024-07-16 11:45 - 13:15 | The Godfather, 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, 92111, United States
About the speaker:
June Hunter is a Technical Enablement Lead for legal software company, DISCO, where she works daily to train individuals on legal technology. Prior to joining DISCO, June worked as a paralegal/IT services provider/eDiscovery Specialist at CGS3, LLP ‐ a boutique real estate firm in San Diego. She is equipped with a powerful combination of IT systems expertise and legal experience and has a unique capability for recognizing and resolving the complex technology issues encountered in a law firm environment. A graduate of the ABA‐approved Paralegal Studies program at UC San Diego, June has worked in the legal field for 34+ years in roles such as legal secretary, paralegal, litigation support, and computer software trainer. Her industry experience and talent has made her a go‐to provider of clear, hands‐on training for other legal professionals in how to effectively use legal software.
The Godfather
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92111
11:45 am – 12:15 pm Networking Lunch
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Educational Session
RSVP
We would like to thank our meeting sponsor:

Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.

Cocktails & Connections, Trivia Night
2024-07-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP, 4747 Executive Dr, San Diego, 92121, United States
Please join us for a fun night of trivia, cocktails and networking! Business Partners and ALA members will team up to put their knowledge of useless facts to the test. Members and Business Partners will be rotated to connect for each category. If you have never attended a Trivia night, don’t worry! Everyone will be put in groups to answer the questions. Details and instructions will be given before Trivia starts.
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Networking, wine/beer selection and hors d’oeuvres
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – TRIVIA
7:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Wrap up and prizes for winning teams
Click HERE for sample questions and general instructions

BUSINESS PARTNERS | NUMBER OF MAX ATTENDEES BY SPONSORSHIP LEVEL
PLATINUM – 3 attendees
GOLD – 2 attendees
SILVER – 2 attendees
Bronze – 2 attendees
CATCH THE WAVE – 1 attendee
IN-KIND – 1 attendee
Please register each attendee separately.

REGISTRATION LINK

August Membership Meeting
2024-08-20 11:45 - 13:15 | Pillsbury, 11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego,, CA, 92130
RSVP by Thursday, August 15
RSVP
We would like to thank our sponsor:

Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $65 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.

Navigating the AI Frontier, A Guide for Legal Administrators (September Educational Meeting)
2024-09-17 11:45 - 13:15 | CA
As the legal landscape rapidly evolves, law firm administrators face the daunting yet exciting challenge of integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their operations. In this session, we’ll explore the essentials of leading your firm through this transformative journey. Designed for those new to AI, this engaging and practical guide will demystify the technology and offer actionable strategies to seamlessly blend AI with human expertise.
You’ll discover how to harness AI’s potential to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and deliver measurable ROI, all while maintaining the human touch that’s essential to legal practice. We’ll cover key topics, including leading change, overcoming resistance, and aligning AI with your firm’s goals. By the end of this session, you’ll be equipped with the insights and confidence needed to navigate the AI frontier and position your law firm for sustained success in the digital age.
Join us as we embark on a journey to the future of law, where AI and human intelligence work hand in hand to redefine what’s possible.
About the speaker:
Kathleen Pearson serves as the Global Chief Talent Officer at McDermott Will & Emery, an elite global law firm with over 3,000 partners and employees. With a career spanning more than two decades in human capital management, Kathleen has dedicated herself to fostering strong, resilient, and diverse teams adept at navigating change and uncertainty. Her strategic leadership encompasses all aspects of people-related functions, including talent acquisition, management, employee relations, training and development, as well as compensation and benefits. Kathleen’s passion lies in delivering human-based solutions to human-created challenges, empowering individuals and teams for future success. Her expertise in building teams that adapt, innovate, and thrive has established her as a venerated leader in the legal industry.
11:45 am – 12:15 pm — Networking Lunch
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm — Educational Session
Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
RSVP by Thursday, September 12
RSVP

Couture for a Cause
2024-09-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Del Frisco Steakhouse, 901 Bayfront Court, Suite 105 San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA, 92101
Bringing San Diego legal professionals together to benefit children in need, the San Diego Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators is proud to present The 15th Annual COUTURE FOR A CAUSE. The event will feature models from throughout the legal community. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and a silent auction full of fabulous items are all part of the pre-fashion show festivities.
Sponsorships opportunities are still available!
Early bird pricing for sponsorships and tickets ends soon!

Managing Partner Luncheon
2024-10-15 11:45 - 13:15 | The Westgate Hotel, 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
Meet Our Speaker
Lynda C. Shely | Shareholder – Klinedinst PC
Lynda C. Shely, is a shareholder at Klinedinst PC in Phoenix, Arizona, where she provides legal ethics and Alternative Business Structure (ABS) law firm regulatory advice to lawyers and law firms. She advises firms on all legal ethics topics including fees, conflict waivers, advertising, trust accounts, ethical use of technology, and staff supervision obligations. Lynda was the 2020 – 2023 chair of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility, an Arizona Delegate in the ABA House of Delegates, and currently volunteers with several other nonbillable groups including as a member of the Arizona Supreme Court’s Alternative Business Structures Committee, the Arizona Supreme Court’s Steering Committee on AI and the Courts, the ABA Standing Committee on Professional Regulation, and the State Bar of Arizona Ethics Advisory Group. She is a past president of the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers, the National ABS Law Firm Association, and the Scottsdale Bar Association and has been an adjunct professor at all Arizona law schools, teaching professional responsibility. Previously she was the Director of Lawyer Ethics for the State Bar of Arizona and had her own solo practice for 21 years. Prior to moving to Arizona, Lynda received her BA from Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA and her JD from Catholic University in Washington, DC. She has received several awards for her contributions to the legal profession including most recently the 2022 Maricopa County Bar Association Member of the Year Award and the 2023 Maricopa County Bar Hall of Fame.
ETHICS TIPS FOR USING AI TECHNOLOGY
Learn the legal ethics considerations when people in your firm or your clients use generative AI tools including confidentiality duties, accuracy verification, supervision, and data retention issues. Lynda will provide practical guidance on firm policies and fee agreement terms to address generative AI tools and even email reminders.
The Westgate Hotel
Riviera Room
1055 Second Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
Networking Lunch: 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Presentation: 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
RSVP
*Attending members will be entered to win a scholarship
to the 2025 National Annual Conference and Expo*
RSVP by Thursday, October 10, 2024
We would like to thank our sponsor:
Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.
RSVP
This Event is Proudly Sponsored by Platinum Business Partner:

SD ALA Chapter Social
2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 | BJs Mission Valley, 1370 Frazee Rd,, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
RSVP HERE
Free to members and business partners. Member Guests: $65
Business Partner sponsorship max number of attendees at social:
Platinum: 2 attendees
Gold: 2 attendees
Silver: 2 attendees
Bronze: 2 attendees
Catch the wave: 1 attendee
In-kind: 1 attendee
Surf’s Up: 1 attendee
Please register for each separate attendee.

Business Partner Appreciation Event - Casino Night
2024-11-14 17:30 - 20:00 | The Westgate Hotel, 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
RSVP HERE
Please RSVP by Friday, November 8
Valet parking available
Business Partners:

Business Partner Sponsorship Level
Platinum
Gold
Silver
Bronze
Catch the Wave
Surf’s Up
In-Kind Partner/Sponsor

BP attendees allowed
3 attendees
2 attendees
2 attendees
2 attendees
1 attendee
1 attendee
1 attendee

Member Holiday Luncheon
2024-12-10 11:45 - 13:15 | Del Frisco Steakhouse, 901 Bayfront Court, Suite 105 San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA, 92101
The Holiday Luncheon is proudly sponsored by:

RSVP
Members: Free
Virtual Members Attending In-Person: $50
This is a members only event.
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thanks for your understanding

January Membership Meeting
2025-01-14 11:45 - 13:15 | Pillsbury, 11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego,, CA, 92130
Presented by Chris Atley, Best Selling Author, Award Winning Coach
About the speaker:
Chris is an award-winning coach, an international TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of Abundant Soulutions. Her expertise has been shared on Bloomberg Radio, Fox, ABC, the Manhattan Neighborhood Network and other media outlets. Chris is known for her ability to identify and remove the obstacles that keep people stuck from realizing the inspired results they have the opportunity to achieve, whether in business or life. She also sits on several advisory boards where she lends her wisdom and love for philanthropy. Her skill, wisdom, and charisma draw rave reviews at lectures, conferences, workshops, and universities around the globe. Learn more about Chris at www.chrisatley.com
SELF-CARE FOR SUCCESS
You take care of your team and your leaders, but when was the last time you took care of yourself? Ambitious people want to perform at the highest level — but that doesn’t mean putting work first and yourself last.
You’ve probably heard the expression, “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” Foundational self-care habits like exercise, healthy eating, managing stress, and connecting with others fill your cup so you can expand your impact on the organization.
During this presentation, Chris will share how self-care actually leads to success even though this is counter-intuitive for many. When we focus on our individual well-being it actually has a direct impact on our results. Chris will teach you practical tips for ditching the overwhelm, and creating a life and professional life that flows. You will also uncover the number one block preventing you from making empowered decisions to operate life and business with more ease and fun! Join Chris and step into a more resourceful version of yourself!
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92130
Networking Lunch: 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Presentation: 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
RSVP
RSVP by Thursday, January 9, 2025
We would like to thank our sponsor:

Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.

Labor Law Update/Legal Resource Fair
2025-02-11 12:00 - 17:00 | CA
Details coming soon!

Past President's Social
2025-03-06 17:00 - 19:30 | Gravity Heights, Mission Valley, 525 Camino De La Reina, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Join your fellow members and past presidents for a night of recognition and celebration!
Members and Business Partners are invited to attend!
RSVP LINK.
For BP sponsors that allow 2 attendees, please register each person separately. Please RSVP by Friday, February 28.
Platinum, Gold, Silver: 2 attendees max
Catch the wave/in-kind/Surf’s Up: 1 attendee max

Annual Member Leadership Dinner
2025-03-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Solare Ristorante, 2820 Roosevelt Rd, San Diego, CA, 92106, United States
Membership RSVP
This meeting is proudly sponsored by Gold Sponsor:

2025 Leadership Retreat
2025-04-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Gravity Heights, Sorrento Valley
incoming and outgoing board and committee members come together for an afternoon of collaboration and planning for the year ahead.
This retreat is an important opportunity to transition roles, share knowledge, set goals, and kick off the new ALA year with clarity and energy. Whether you’re continuing in your position or stepping into a new one, your participation is key to a successful start to 2025.

Monthly Membership Meeting
2025-04-22 11:45 - 13:15 | Dentons, 4655 Executive Dr #700, San Diego, CA, 92121
About the speaker:
Linus Law
Linus Law brings more than 25 years of experience to his role as Branch Manager of the San Diego and Orange County Adams & Martin Group teams. He is responsible for branch operations including managing the growth and development of coworkers, overseeing branch activity, and working with company leadership to ensure branch success. Linus earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). In his free time, he enjoys cycling to explore Orange County and volunteering for his children’s swim team.
Dentons
4655 Executive Drive, Suite 700
San Diego, CA 92121
11:45 am – 12:15 pm Networking Lunch
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Education Session
RSVP by Thursday, April 10th at:
RSVP
Members: Free
Member Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.

Membership Meeting - Roundtables
2025-05-13 11:45 - 13:15 | Duane Morris, 750 B St. #2900, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Join your fellow SD ALA peers for our popular roundtables membership meeting!
Members: Free
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no show fee.
RSVP

Annual Diversity Event - Law Firm DEI Under the Legal Microscope
2025-06-30 11:45 - 13:15 | Cooley, 10265 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
Presented by Jonathan A. Segal
Partner – Duane Morris
Inclusion of diverse talent is critical to a law firm’s success. At the same time, DEI programs are under increased scrutiny as a result of a relatively recent Supreme Court decision, the President’s executive order and the EEOC’s enforcement actions.
This program will provide a legal framework for evaluating your legal exposure arising out of your DEI program. It will discuss not only practices which are unlawful but also those which are high risk and alternatives to them.
The program also will include specific steps for auditing your exposure and alternative methods of corrective action.
Cooley LLP
10265 Science Center Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
11:45 am – 12:00 pm (Networking)
12:00 pm – 1:15 pm (Presentation)
RSVP by Wednesday, June 25
RSVP HERE
We welcome our business partners to attend this can’t miss event!
PLATINUM – 2 attendees at no additional cost
GOLDEN SUNSET – 2 attendees at no additional cost
SILVER SAND CASTLE – 1 attendee at no additional cost
All other business partner sponsors are eligible to attend at the guest price ($65 per guest)
About the speaker
Jonathan is a partner at Duane Morris LLP in its Employment Group. He also is the Founder of the Duane Morris Institute, which provides business-focused training to HR professionals in-house counsel and other business leaders on myriad employment issues.
Jonathan’s practice focuses on maximizing legal compliance, minimizing legal risk and marrying culture with compliance. The core of Jonathan’s practice is helping clients to develop systems to prevent discrimination, harassment and retaliation and to respond to alleged or actual discrimination, harassment and retaliation. In this regard, Jonathan provides direction and guidance to clients on privileged and non-privileged investigations.
Jonathan also works with employers (including law firms) to help minimize their legal exposure with regard to their DEI programs. This work focuses not only on policies and practices but also on other communications and culture.
Jonathan has provided training to federal judges and other members of the federal judiciary on various employment issues for more than 25 years.
Jonathan has testified before the EEOC in Washington and Congressional Committees on various employment issues, including harassment.
Jonathan was appointed to and an active member of the EEOC’s Task Force on Harassment
At national and local levels, Jonathan has spoken at conferences sponsored by EEOC on topics such as religion, sexual and other forms of harassment, and ethical EEO compliance.
Jonathan has published almost 450 articles or blogs on third-party platforms, such as Bloomberg, Fortune, Entrepreneur and SHRM.
This event is sponsored by Golden Sunset Partner:

July Membership Meeting - Three Pillars of Cyber Security
2025-07-15 11:45 - 13:15 | The Godfather, 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, 92111, United States
Join us Tuesday, July 15th for our July Membership Meeting: Three Pillars of Cyber Security
Strong cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls, it’s about the people who use your systems, the processes that guide them, and the technology that supports it all. Join us to learn how these three pillars work together to protect your firm from real threats.
Presented by Stephen Hicks, CISSP, CCSP, CISM , Virtual Chief Information Security Officer @ Endsight

About Stephen Hicks:
A seasoned engineer with a profound background in security, Stephen Hicks has devoted his entire
professional journey to the technology industry since 1997. Throughout his career, he has actively
supported numerous industries in California, providing invaluable assistance to over 20,000 individuals.
With an unwavering focus on the present, Steve transitioned into a security role that he holds dear,
finding true purpose in safeguarding his clients from the ever-growing and ever-changing landscape of
threat actors in modern computing.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Sonoma State University and an MBA from Saint Mary’s in
Moraga. His exceptional qualifications encompass over fifteen industry certifications, including
credentials such as CISSP, CSSP, and CISM. Each of these certifications necessitate annual engagement in
continuing education to ensure his expertise remains at the forefront.
Beyond his professional achievements, Steve’s spirit of adventure shines through. He has embarked on
exhilarating experiences, ranging from exploring the vibrant depths of the Great Barrier Reef to
venturing inside an Icelandic volcano. Additionally, he has journeyed to CERN to see the supercollider.
Steve’s diverse pursuits also extend to his accomplishments as a second-degree black belt in Shito Ryu
karate and his dedication as a loving dog dad.
In Steve’s approach to security, he merges personality, human connection, and cutting-edge technology,
fostering a harmonious blend that fortifies our collective safety. By intertwining his expertise and
genuine care, he creates an environment where we all thrive securely.
Silver Sand Castle Membership Meeting Sponsor:

RSVP

Cocktails & Connections, Trivia Night
2025-07-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP, 4747 Executive Dr, San Diego, 92121, United States
Join your fellow ALA members and business partners for a fun night of networking and trivia!
ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP RAFFLE FOR MEMBERS IN ATTENDENCE!

Business Partner Sponsor Attendance:
PLATINUM – 3 attendees
GOLDEN SUNSET – 2 attendees
SILVER SAND CASTLE – 2 attendees
CATCH THE WAVE – 1 attendee (+1 for CTW Plus)
SURF’S UP – 1 attendee (+1 for SU Plus)
Deadline to RSVP: Friday, July 25.
RSVP LINK
Questions? Please contact Lauren Bloodworth, Business Partner Relations Chair.

Professional Photography by in-kind sponsor:

August Membership Meeting
2025-08-19 11:45 - 13:15 | Pillsbury, 11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego,, CA, 92130
Details Coming Soon!

Silver Sand Castle Business Partner Meeting Sponsor:

BP Sponsor Event - Padres Game
2025-08-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Petco Park
Open to SD ALA Members – tickets are limited so reach out to Adam or Ray directly to RSVP.

September Membership Meeting
2025-09-16 11:45 - 13:15 | Centerside Building Conference Center, 3131 Camino del Rio North, Suite 850, San Diego, CA, 92108
Deadline to RSVP: Friday, September 12, 2025
RSVP LINK

Meeting Sponsor:

BP Sponsored Webinar: Outperform the Pressure: How to Lead When Stress Won’t Let Up
2025-09-18 10:30 - 11:30 | CA
📅 Thursday, Sept 18 | 🕙 10:30 AM PT | 45 Minutes
Purpose of the Webinar:
Equip leaders with research-backed tools to:

Prevent burnout before it takes hold
Maintain high performance without overloading teams
Build a resilient culture that thrives under pressure

Speaker:
Ashley Andersen: Founder of EzraSage, leadership strategist, and workplace performance expert with a background in social work and neuroscience.
Why It Matters:

Employee disengagement and burnout are at record highs
Traditional “fixes” (extra PTO, perks) address symptoms, not causes
Leaders need practical, daily strategies that work in real-world conditions

Sign up today and start building your 2025 leadership plan now.

16th Annual Couture for a Cause
2025-09-18 17:30 - 21:00 | CA
visit www.coutureforacause-sd.org for details

ALA Chapter Social
2025-10-09 17:00 - 19:00 | CA
Mark your calendar and join your fellow ALA members and business partners for a fun night of networking!

Business Partner Sponsor Attendance:
PLATINUM – 2 attendees
GOLDEN SUNSET – 2 attendees
SILVER SAND CASTLE – 2 attendees
CATCH THE WAVE – 1 attendee (+1 for CTW Plus)
SURF’S UP – 1 attendee (+1 for SU Plus)
RSVP LINK

Managing Partner Luncheon
2025-10-21 11:45 - 13:15 | Morton’s The Steakhouse, 285 J Street, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
1 hours of general and specialty civility CLE credit will be given to attending attorneys.
Deadline to RSVP: Friday, October 17, 2025
RSVP LINK

Meeting Sponsor

New Member Orientation
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Wingert Grebing, 1230 Columbia Street, Suite 400, San Diego, CA, 92101
Deadline to RSVP: Friday, October 31, 2025
RSVP LINK

Business Partner Appreciation Event - Casino Night
2025-11-13 17:30 - 20:00 | The Westgate Hotel, 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
Join your ALA members and Business Partners for a fun night of networking and celebrating our partnerships!
Couture for a Cause donation check presentation will be held at this event.

Business Partner Sponsor Attendance:
PLATINUM – 3 attendees
GOLDEN SUNSET – 2 attendees
SILVER SAND CASTLE – 2 attendees
CATCH THE WAVE – 1 attendee (+1 for CTW Plus)
SURF’S UP – 1 attendee (+1 for SU Plus)
Members and Business Partners: Free
Member Guest: $65
RSVP BY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Member Holiday Luncheon
2025-12-09 11:45 - 13:15 | CA
Details Coming Soon!
Luncheon Sponsor:
