2022 Bay Area MCLE Conference

The 2022 Bay Area MCLE Conference, held from November 15 to November 17, was a virtual event organized by the Santa Clara County Bar Association. This conference brought together scholars, research lawyers, and experts to address pressing issues facing the legal profession and the broader community.

Key topics covered during the conference included Climate Change, Gun Control, Gender Justice, Supreme Court developments, Artificial Intelligence in the legal field (RoboJudges and RoboLawyers), Implicit Bias and Neuroscience, State Bar Changes in Client Trust Accounts, Real Property Title Issues, and Malpractice in Estate Planning. These sessions aimed to provide attendees with comprehensive insights into contemporary legal challenges and advancements.

The conference offered 15 tracks accessible on a virtual platform, allowing participants to engage with a wide array of subjects. Attendees had the opportunity to earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, including Specialty credits in Competency – Substance Abuse, Ethics, Elimination of Bias, and Implicit Bias, enhancing their professional development and compliance with educational requirements.

This event was particularly beneficial for legal professionals seeking to stay informed about current legal issues, expand their knowledge base, and fulfill their CLE obligations. The virtual format ensured accessibility for a broad audience, facilitating engagement with leading experts and peers in the legal community.