Litigation Section of the California Lawyers Association

?? Enhance Your Skills! Looking to improve your settlement conference strategies? Our FREE webinar on November 1st will cover everything from persuasive settlement briefs to managing client expectations. Perfect for legal practitioners! ?? Register today: https://bit.ly/3Na9OWc #LegalSkills #SettlementStrategy

?? Meet the Experts! Excited to announce our esteemed panel for the upcoming webinar on settlement conferences! Join Magistrate Judges Patricia Donahue, Donna M. Ryu, Jeremy Peterson, and Michael Berg as they share their insights. Don’t miss it! ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/3Na9OWc #LegalExperts #Webinar

?? Save the Date for California International Arbitration Week! Mark your calendars for March 10-13, 2025! Join us in West Los Angeles for a week of insightful discussions, expert panels, and networking opportunities focused on the latest trends and best practices in international arbitration. Don’t miss out on this premier event! Stay tuned for more details! ?

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration

?? Save the Date! Join us on November 1st from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for our FREE webinar on best practices for settlement conferences before magistrate judges! ??? Learn directly from magistrate judges across California. Register now! https://bit.ly/3Na9OWc #SettlementConferences #LegalWebinar

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration

?? Webinar: Awarding Attorney Fees, Costs, and Interest in Arbitration ??? October 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1 Hour MCLE Navigating attorney fees, arbitration costs, and interest can be complex and crucial in arbitration outcomes. Join us for a focused webinar where we explore how arbitrators determine these elements and how you can advocate effectively for your client’s interests. Topics Include: ?? How arbitrators decide on awarding attorney fees and costs. ?? The legal basis for these awards. ?? Factors influencing the amount of fees and costs. ?? Calculating pre and post-award interest. ?? Best practices for presenting these issues in arbitration. Speakers: ?? Jonathan Polland Arbitrator and Mediator in Private Practice, Member of AAA, FINRA, and CPR Panels, Judge Pro Tem for San Francisco Superior Court. ?? Dana Welch Arbitrator with over 22 years of experience, Past-President of CalArb, Inc., President-elect of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, and Northern California “Super Lawyer” in ADR. Moderator: ?? Aaron Gothelf Regional VP of AAA’s Commercial Division for California, National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, and Council Member for ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbG8yswN #Litigation #Arbitration