This networking event organized by O’Melveny and San Francisco La Raza is designed to bring Latinx law students and students from all backgrounds with experienced attorneys from both the private and public sectors.

This is a great opportunity for students to with experienced attorneys from the private and public sectors, and for attorneys to help law students.

Judges, attorneys, and law students, join us for the Third Annual Bay Area Latina Law Leadership Academy on September 20th at Farella Braun + Martel LLP starting at 12:00PM! Participate in a coaching practicum, hear from esteemed judges, and gain insights from diverse seasoned attorneys including a panel moderated by Juliana Yanez.

Giants v. A's Game

Join SFLR AND EBLR for a Battle of the Bay Baseball Game!

Join us as we root for the Giants and the A's on Wednesday, July 31 at 6:45PM at Oracle Park in San Francisco!

Tickets are in section VR310 Rows 4-6 seats 1-12.

Space is limited!

The First-Generation Mock Interview Program demystifies the on-campus interview process for first-generation law students and helps them prepare for OCI, the Bay Area Diversity Career Fair, and the upcoming interview season.

The programs takes place on June 18, 2024 from 5:30PM at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP (633 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA 94111)

Interested law students and attorneys willing to serve as mock interviewers, please fill out the information below.

Space is limited!

Deadline: June 16th (student sign up is closed. Attorney sign up is still open)

(Not a 1L or 2L but need help with an interview? Please contact Raymond.manzo@gmail.com to learn more about our other mock interview programs.)

Interview Prep Questions

Join us as we kick off the summer and welcome junior and summer associates to the Bay Area! Meet with other diverse summers and attorneys, and build community in the profession. 

The reception will also include a the mini panel titled:  “.5” The Art of Billing Your Time. This half-hour panel will provide best practices and strategies to help summers and newer associates on how to properly, effectively, and ethically bill their time. The panel will include diverse perspectives from attorneys who have mastered the art of billing in both litigation and transactional matters.

This event is open to all students and attorneys.

Refreshments will be provided.

Thursday, June 6 5:30-7PM

Help us recognize this year’s new class of Latina/o/x partners in San Francisco!

Cynthia Castillo of Farella Braun + Martel LLP! Learn more here

Franco Muzzio of Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP!  Learn more here

Marcia Valadez Valente of Coblentz Patch Duffy & Bass LLP! Learn more here.

Juliana Yanez of Hanson Crawford Crum Family Law Group LLP!  Learn more here

Join us for our annual Holiday Happy Hour!

Celebrate the end of the year with the latina/o/x legal community with drinks and small bites.

Time: Wednesday, December 20, 2023/ 5:30PM-7PM

Location: SOUTHSIDE SPIRIT HOUSE (575 HOWARD ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94105)

SPACE IS LIMITED

SUGGESTED DONATIONS: $10 FOR STUDENTSs $20 FOR NON-STUDENTS

RSVP HERE!

QUESTIONS: RAYMOND.MANZO@GMAIL.COM

Judicial clerking can be incredibly important for yor career, but there are judicial clerks from diverse backgrounds. Learn from past clerks about the importance of clerking, how to apply, and how to stand out as a candidate.

Judges hire both current students and graduates with several years of experience, so this panel is recommended for anyone interested in clerking and not just law students. Register!

November 16 5:30PM-7PM

Robert Dollar Building
311 California Street, 10th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104

Register for in-person!

Register for zoom!

Questions: Raymond.manzo@gmail.com

Join us for our annual welcome reception for returning and new law students!

Join us for our annual dinner, Noche de Gala!

This year’s honorees include:

Cal G. Gonzales, Cruz Reynoso Award (Lifetime Achievenment)

The Hon. Daniel A. Flores, Judge of the Year

Laura J. Maechtlen, Attorney of the Year

Laurie Rose Lubiano, Ally of the Year

Following our inaugural fall event, this Academy will feature an inspiring keynote and 'Part Il' of a coaching practicum centered on developing communication and networking skills to build our brands and careers.

Lawyers and law students of all experience levels are invited to attend!

Hosted by Morgan Lewis and Rogers Joseph O'Donnell, PC.

This webinar will provide advice on what to expect during your summer, do's and don't of a successful internship, how to stand out, and other tips to make the most of your summer. This webinar is for first-generation and/or students of color. Register here!

Featuring:

• Jennifer M. Martinez, Partner, Hanson Bridgett

• Ann Staggs, Lead Counsel, Airbnb

• Michelle Ybarra, Partner, Keker, Van Nest & Peters

• John G. Yslas, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw

Date & Time

• Thursday, June 9, 2022

• 12-1PM PST

Join us and hear from five of the most exceptional and talented partners in California! Learn tips on business development, becoming a better leader, and other topics to succeed as a new Partner and diverse attorney! RSVP Today!

Join us on Monday, November 16th on Zoom, as we hear from five distinguished Latina judges. The judges will talk about overcoming implicit bias, how they were able to create success in their careers, and break barriers to rise to the highest level in the profession. Register!

The Hon. Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers - United States District Court for the Northern District of California

The Hon. Suzanne R. Bolanos - Superior Court of San Francisco County

The Hon. Patricia Garcia - Superior Court of San Diego County

The Hon. Elizabeth G. Macias - Superior Court of Orange County

The Hon. Connie R. Quinones - Superior Court of Los Angeles County