More than 55 bowlers came out to Lucky Strike on August 10 to participate in the 2nd Annual Diversity Bowl. Bowlers and sponsors raised more than $11,000 for the Mock Trial program of the Justice & Diversity Center. The InVeencibles…
Bail and the Criminal Justice System
When an individual gets arrested in the State of California they are routinely booked into jail. In many cases, there is no bail set until the accused has the opportunity to go before the judge. Based solely on accusations, bail…
David Abella and Danielle Coleman Honored at Barristers Club Diversity Reception
The Barristers Club hosted its 7th Annual Diversity Reception on Wednesday, August 26. More than 100 attorneys, judges, and law students gathered at BASF to honor David Abella, Hanson Bridgett and Danielle Coleman, Morrison & Foerster. The two were honored…
Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Section Launched
The Bar Association of San Francisco is proud to announce the creation of its newest section on Cybersecurity and Privacy Law. The section was created to provide timely information and analysis regarding global developments in cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection…
U.S. Supreme Court Preview – October 7
On Wednesday October 7, The Bar Association of San Francisco will present its 2015 U.S. Supreme Court Preview, hosted by the Appellate Section of the Barristers Club. The top-notch panel is composed of: Rory Little, UC Hastings College of the Law Jane…
Adding Spouse to Title is Not Enough To Convert Separate Property to Community Property
In their wedding vows, couples commonly swear to stay married to each other “for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part.” Despite these idealistic intentions, it’s a sad fact of…
Charity Golf Tournament Registration is Open
Join us on October 23 for the 7th Annual Putting for the Pipeline Golf Tournament benefiting the diversity pipeline programs of the Justice & Diversity Center. Tournament highlights include: Lunch, door prizes, awards reception and BBQ dinner 100+ Bay Area…
Orange Might be the New Green For Actor’s Soon to Be Ex-Wife
Pablo Schreiber, the newly-recognizable former star of “Orange is the New Black” due to his distinctive mustache that earned him the nickname “Pornstache,” has learned that the timing of his new-found success will also benefit his ex-wife, despite the end…
Pro Bono Service Helps the Vulnerable and Improves the Administration of Justice
In March, the BASF Board of Directors issued a call to action encouraging all members and law firms to give back to our community through pro bono service. A set of pro bono pledges, one aimed at law firms, and…
Cy Pres Award Allows for More Services to Underserved Residents
Zelle Hofmann Voelbel & Mason, attorneys on recent credit/debit card tying cases, has informed the Justice & Diversity Center (JDC) that it is a recipient of a $99,000 cy pres award, with an additional award pending subject to further proceedings.…
Meet STC Student Savion at the 2015 #JDCGala on September 24
Next week is our annual gala through which we raise money for our diversity education programs and our legal services programs. This year the featured youth speaker from our high school School-To-College (STC) program is Savion. He will be sharing his story at the…
Victory Over IRS in Estate Appraiser Dispute
Many people think the IRS is just too big to beat, and that when the tax collector sends you a bill, you better just pay up instead of trying to defend yourself. But like David bravely fighting Goliath, some taxpayers…