ALA San Diego

Business Partner Appreciation Event - Casino Night
2024-11-14 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Westgate Hotel, 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
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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

SD ALA Chapter Social
2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 | BJs Mission Valley, 1370 Frazee Rd,, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
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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.

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
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*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.
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This Event is Proudly Sponsored by Platinum Business Partner:

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!

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
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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
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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.

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

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
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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.

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

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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.

April Membership Meeting
2024-04-16 11:45 - 13:15 | Duane Morris, 750 B St. #2900, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
About the speaker:
Kristi Carbajal joined Adams & Martin Group in August 2005 and currently serves as Vice President. In this role, she is responsible for project and temporary staffing, direct hire business growth, hiring and training new employees, and developing large national accounts. During her tenure with our organization, Kristy has held several roles including recruitment, sales, branch management and her current national management role. She specializes in placing quality legal staff for many of the nation’s top firms and corporate legal departments. Prior to joining Adams & Martin Group, Kristy served as a recruiter for the UCLA and as a paralegal for a law firm in San Diego. Kristy holds a bachelor’s degree from UCLA. She is local to San Diego having grown up here and currently resides in 4S Ranch with her husband and two daughters.
Location: Duane Morris, 750 B St #2900, San Diego, CA 92101

Member Leadership Dinner
2024-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 | The Godfather, 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, 92111, United States
This event is for members and their guests.
RSVP HERE

SD ALA BOD Meeting
2024-03-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-01-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
Virtual @ Noon
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Past Presidents Social
2024-03-07 17:00 - 19:00 | BJs Mission Valley, 1370 Frazee Rd,, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Members and Business Partners are invited to attend our past presidents social and networking happy hour!

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Labor Law Update/Legal Resource Fair
2024-02-13 11:45 - 17:00 | DoubleTree Hotel, Mission Valley, CA, United States
REGISTRATION FORM

Membership Meeting - Wellness Fair
2024-01-23 11:30 - 13:30 | CA
RSVP by January 18 at: RSVP
We would like to thank our sponsor:

Members: Free
Virtual Members In-Person: $40
Member Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding

SD ALA Past Presidents' Social [POST PONED]
2024-01-11 17:00 - 19:30 | CA
Stay tuned for New Date!

Open to members and business partners! (BP attendee count based on sponsorship level).

SD ALA Holiday Luncheon
2023-12-05 11:45 - 13:15 | Del Frisco Steakhouse, 901 Bayfront Court, Suite 105 San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA, 92101
Members: Free
Virtual Members In-Person: $40
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thanks for your understanding
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Sponsored by Business Partner Golden Sunset Sponsor

Business Partner Appreciation Night (Casino Night)
2023-11-16 17:30 - 20:00 | CA
Please join us to celebrate our valued business partners for a fun evening of games, prizes, and socializing. The couture for a cause committee will also be presenting checks to the deserving charities benefitting from the event.
PLEASE RSVP BY THURSDAY, 11/9
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Member Roundtables
2023-11-07 11:45 - 13:00 | Pillsbury, 11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego,, CA, 92130
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SD ALA Social
2023-10-26 17:00 - 19:30 | BJs Mission Valley, 1370 Frazee Rd,, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Open to members and business partners! (BP attendee count based on sponsorship level)
5pm

Managing Partner Luncheon
2023-10-17 11:45 - 13:15 | CA
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
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*Attending members will be entered to win a scholarship to the 2024 National Annual Conference and Expo*
Event Business Partner Sponsor:

CLM®Application Credit: 1 hour(s) of Organizational Development
CLM® Application Credit for Functional Specialists: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Human Resources Management (HR) towards the additional hours required of some Functional Specialists to fulfill the CLM application.
CLM® Recertification Credit: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Human Resources Management (HR)
MLCE credit (1) for attending attorneys will be made available after the event

SD Chapter Membership Meeting
2023-09-19 11:45 - 13:15 | CA
Members: Free
Virtual Members In-Person: $40
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.
We would like to thank our sponsor:

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Couture for a Cause
2023-09-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Del Frisco Steakhouse, 901 Bayfront Court, Suite 105 San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA, 92101

Membership Meeting - Leveraging LinkedIn and Other Online Strategies
2023-08-15 11:45 - 13:15 | Dentons, 4655 Executive Dr #700, San Diego, CA, 92121
Building your personal brand online and maintaining a professional persona can seem like a daunting task, but there are some simple strategies for optimizing your online presence. As with most communications mediums, the key to online success is simple: making connections, having a clear strategy, and consistency.
Presented by: Karen Korr
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Members: Free
Virtual membership: In-Person: $40
Guests: $65
Please note, if you RSVP and do not attend, you will incur a $50 no-show fee.
Thank you for your understanding.
This meeting’s business partner sponsor:
