McManis Faulkner

Attorneys who appear in both state and federal courts must be familiar with the differences between the two systems. While some rules have harmonized over time,[1] other procedures are entirely distinct. As a matter of…more

Cal Code of Civil Procedure, Class Action, Class Certification, Class Members, Commonality

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Taylor Barnett

How Do I Prepare for the LSAT?

For you aspiring law students, the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) may be an intimidating obstacle as you begin the journey to law school. It may possibly seem like the source of many heartaches and sleepless nights, especially…more

Career Development, Law School, Law Students, Professional Development

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Abimael “AJ” Bastida

Preserving the Practice of Oral Argument

Oral argument is an integral part of the judicial process. Before the advent of case law and written opinions, lawyers relied primarily on oral argument to advocate for their clients. Today, judges and lawyers alike will tell…more

Oral Argument, Summary Judgment, Transparency

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Jairo Bustos

A Law Student’s Guide to Networking

Law students are some of the busiest people in the world. Between working, attending class, and making time for family, who has time for networking? Along with everything else you need to do, networking can become a chore that…more

Career Development, Law Students, LinkedIn, Professional Development, Professional Networking

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Michele Corvi

The Seven-Year Itch: Fact or Fiction?

“Is there really such a thing as the seven-year itch?” Family law attorneys are asked this question all the time. The catch-phrase is commonly used by psychologists to refer to a declining interest in remaining married after a…more

Divorce, Marriage

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Elise Dresser

Fourteen Days Before Trial: The Home Stretch

For lawyers preparing to go to trial, the two weeks before trial are critical. That is when you check off the final items on your to-do list and finalize your trial plan. After months of hard work, your research and preparation…more

Jury Instructions, Pre-Trial Motions, Trials

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Marwa Elzankaly

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law. The law became effective on April 1, 2020. By its terms, the requirements of the FFCRA will expire on December 31, 2020.... ...The…more

CARES Act, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Covered Employees, Covered Employer, Department of Labor (DOL)

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Vanessa Hill

RSVP. It’s good for your brand!

Holidays are upon us and invitations to fun events may come your way. You may think your timely response is not important, but is this true? Can your RSVP or lack of RSVP affect your personal brand? As a marketing, business…more

Business Development, Content Strategy, Holidays, Marketing Perspectives, Professional Development

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James McManis

A Memorable Case

I have tried many cases over a 50-year period, but the one which received the most worldwide attention was “The Elephant Case”. The case arose in August, 2001, at the San Jose Arena, where Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey…more

Animal Cruelty, Burden of Proof, Credibility, Criminal Prosecution, Defense Strategies

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Elizabeth Pipkin

What I Learned About Lawyering From The Great Gatsby

[Spoiler Alert: Don’t read this if you don’t want to know how Gatsby ends.] Lured by the hype surrounding the new “Great Gatsby” film, I decided to listen to the Gatsby audiobook during my commute, if for no other reason…more

Career Development

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Cathy Reeves

Did You Lose the Job Before You Even Met Your Interviewer? (Tips for a successful interview)

You are ready for your interview. You have done your homework; checked the website and prepared some pertinent questions to ask. However, before stepping into your interview, consider the complex system of verbal and non-verbal…more

Hiring & Firing, Interviews

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Brandon Rose

COVID-19 and Virtual Mediations

The COVID-19 pandemic has made family law attorneys value technology to better serve their clients’ needs. In-person mediations are not always an option, but virtual mediations with video conferencing are the best tool to keep…more

Confidential Communications, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Court-Ordered Mediation, Family Law Courts, Litigation Strategies

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Matthew Schechter

New California Law Requires Employers To Report Pay Data

When the calendar flipped over to 2021, we all expected change from a rough 2020. For employers in California, they got change in the form of a new law that requires their immediate attention and action this spring. Starting…more

DFEH, EEO-1, Employer Liability Issues, Filing Deadlines, Pay Data

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Tianqi Michael Sun

Conversation with the Civil Bench -- Takeaways

Key Takeaways from the Santa Clara County Civil Judges - Santa Clara County Civil Judges Preferred Methods of Practice - On March 22, members of the Santa Clara County Bar Association (SCCBA) gathered at McManis Faulkner…more

Defense Strategies, Judges, Jury Trial, Litigation Strategies, Trial Practice Guidance

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Trinity Taylor

Is A Public Demonstration Which Blocks Traffic Protected Symbolic Speech? California’s Assembly Bill 2742 Proposes to Fine Protestors Who Block Traffic.

Almost nothing is more vital to our way of life than the exercise of our right to free speech, protected by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. However, that right is not unlimited and it must yield to…more

First Amendment, Free Speech, Political Expression, Political Speech, Protests

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Jessica Te

Fourteen Days Before Trial: The Home Stretch

Jury Instructions, Pre-Trial Motions, Trials

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Gregory Ward

Taking the Fifth Amendment In No Way Implies Guilt

Always a champion of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, the news media unfortunately often give little weight to another important right: the right against self-incrimination. Recent reporting on a criminal…more

Fifth Amendment, Self-Incrimination

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Michael Warren

Sweeping New Employment Laws to California in 2022

For the last several years, the California legislature ushered in a multitude of labor and employment laws, taking aim at controversial employer practices and furthering a pro-employee public policy. 2021 proved no different,…more

#MeToo, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Liability Issues, FEHA, Sexual Harassment

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Sarah Waymire

Essential Tips for Improving Time Management in 2020

“Time is really the only capital that any human being has, and the only thing he can't afford to lose.” - Thomas Edison Certainly a bright notion from Edison, but how can you untangle intersecting work demands and use your…more

Best Practices, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners, Law Practice Management, Professional Development

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Hilary Weddell

Quiet Legislative Session Still Brings Big Changes for Employers in California

California’s legislative session nears its end in the next few weeks, and as usual, state legislators have introduced several bills that will surely affect employers if they become law. Although this session had fewer employment…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automated Decision Systems (ADS), California, Compliance, Fraud

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Nicole Zendejas

Looking for a Lawyer? What to Expect - The Introductory Call

Finding the right lawyer may be an overwhelming task; Silicon Valley is saturated with attorneys and law firms, varying in both expertise and size. Your initial form of contact with prospective firms will likely be over the…more

Attorney Communications, Client Communication, Client Representation, Client Retention, Client Services

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