Register to play in the NAPABA Golf Tournament by Sept. 1
The NAPABA Golf Tournament to Benefit the NAPABA Law Foundation will be held at the beautiful Maderas Golf Club, ranked by Golf Digest as one of the top 100 public golf courses in America. The tournament will be played “shot gun” style in the scramble format with all foursomes teeing off at 8 a.m. Enter to win amazing prizes! The tournament will be immediately followed by an awards reception, scheduled to begin at 1 p.m.
For more information on how to play and sponsor the tournament click here.
2016-17 At-Large Board Member Candidates – National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
2016-17 At-Large Board Member Candidates – National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
NAPABA SEEKS AT-LARGE BOARD MEMBER CANDIDATES
Deadline | Thursday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m. EDT
The NAPABA Board of Governors will appoint two At-Large Board Members to each serve a two-year term beginning with the 2016-17 bar year. The NAPABA Nominating and Elections Committee invites all members in good standing to apply to be At-Large Board Members by submitting a statement of interest and completing a short demographic survey before 8 p.m. EDT on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016.
For additional information, click on the link above to review the complete At-Large Board Members Guidelines and to apply online.
Questions may be directed to elections@napaba.org.
2015 NAPABA Year-in-Review
The 2015 Year-in-Review revisits an extraordinary year for NAPABA.
Highlights include:
- NAPABA newsmakers,
- An overview of the four NAPABA Regional Conferences,
- Annual Lobby Day recap,
- NAPABA’s policy resolutions and amicus briefs,
- A special tribute section to Minoru “Min” Yasui and his Presidential Medal of Freedom,
- A rundown of the 2015 NAPABA Awards, and of course,
- The 2015 NAPABA Convention!
This digital version of the NAPABA Year-in-Review can be viewed here and on the NAPABA website.
Thomas Tang Moot Court – National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
Thomas Tang Moot Court – National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
The Thomas Tang Competition, held by the NAPABA Law Foundation, is open to all law students but is especially designed to reach out to APA law students and provide them with an opportunity to showcase their writing and oral advocacy skills and compete for scholarships totaling $10,000.
Competition rules, problem text and registration available online at the link above.
- Northeast Regional – Washington D.C., September 30, 2016 – October 1, 2016
- National Rounds – San Diego, CA at NAPABA Convention, November 4-5, 2016
The Thomas Tang National Moot Court Competition was founded in 1993 by the APA Law Student Association of the South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas. It is administered by the NAPABA Law Foundation and the NAPABA Judicial Council. The Competition honors the late Judge Thomas Tang, a champion of individual rights, an advocate for the advancement of minority attorneys, an ardent supporter of NAPABA and the moot court competition. Judge Tang served on the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals from 1977 until his passing in 1995. Judge Tang’s wife, Dr. Pearl Tang, continues the legacy and participates every year.
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
Calling All Those Similarly Situated: Hot Topics and Recurring Issues in Class Action Litigation
Class actions today come in all shapes and sizes, on behalf of all kinds of individuals, and seek broad relief for all types of infractions. For many publicly traded companies, highly regulated industries, manufacturers, retailers, service providers, and employers of a sizable workforce, the threat of a class action lawsuit can be palpable and constant. Our panelists will discuss some recent trends and noteworthy decisions in class action practice, as well as recurring themes and issues for practitioners prosecuting, defending, or counseling companies vulnerable to these bet-the-company lawsuits.
The panel will also seek to demystify class action practice by addressing some of the following questions: Why are class actions attractive for plaintiff’s attorneys and what are the risks and pitfalls of bringing them? Why are they so scary to defendants? What are some ways to potentially circumvent class actions? What is the anatomy of a typical class action? What are some practical tips and considerations for discovery, class certification, and settlement? How can these strategies vary depending on the nature of the suit (e.g., securities, labor, mass torts, antitrust, consumer protection)?
- Sung W. Kim, Esq., Special Counsel, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
- Arun Subramanian, Esq., Partner, Susman Godfrey LLP
- Susan L. Shin, Esq., Partner, Arnold & Porter LLP
- Phil Cha, Esq., Partner, Archer & Greiner, P.C.
- August T. Horvath, Esq., Partner, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
LAST CALL! The Portrait Project: Asian Americans in the Law
LAST CALL! The Portrait Project: Asian Americans in the Law
The Portrait Project
Deadline | Monday, Aug. 8, 2016, at 11:59 p.m. EDT
A little over half a year ago, California Supreme Court Justice Goodwin Liu and his research team reached out to invite your participation in a series of focus group sessions dedicated to examining and better understanding what it means to be an Asian American practicing in the legal profession. They received an overwhelming amount of support and enthusiasm. Many of you expressed excitement at the idea that your experiences would become part of The Portrait Project, the first systematic study of Asian American experiences in the law.
Today, we write to remind you to participate in their nationwide survey. The Portrait Project research team developed their questions over the course of several months, basing them in part on the themes that emerged out of their focus group discussions from the fall. Their questions probe identity, career advancement, and legal education, in addition to other subjects. Their goal is to provide a comprehensive look at the past, present, and future of Asian Americans in the legal industry.
The survey is open until Monday, Aug. 8, 2016, at 11:59 p.m. EDT, and should take an estimated 25-30 minutes to complete. The survey can be paused at any time, so there is no need to finish the questions in one sitting. All responses are anonymized. Upon completing the survey and submitting your responses, you may choose to separately enter your name into a prize drawing for your choice of an iPad Mini 4 16GB or a Vizio 38" 5.1 Channel Soundbar System with Wireless Subwoofer and Rear Satellite Speakers. Three winners will be selected at random. If you choose to enter the prize drawing, your name will not be associated with your responses.
We hope that you will find the time to share your experiences and contribute your voice to the report, which will be released in time for the 2016 NAPABA Convention in San Diego in November. If you are willing to participate, please fill out the survey by Aug. 8, at 11:59 p.m.
Please feel free to reach out to the study leaders by email at portraitprojectresearch@gmail.com if you have any questions.
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
Running for Elected Positions as the Asian Candidate – Lessons Learned
In this panel discussion, we’ll have Asian Americans who have won elections (and lost elections); they will discuss their experiences about the process, pitfalls and their successes.
- James Cho, Esq., Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Eastern District of New York
- Hon. Doris Ling-Cohan, Justice, Appellate Term, First Department, New York State Supreme Court
- Jun Choi, CEO; former Mayor, Menlo Realty Ventures; Former Mayor of Edison, NJ
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
KALAGNY – 2016 NAPABA Northeast Regional Conference
The ‘Business Case’ for Diversity & Inclusion: Lessons Learned from In-House, Government, and Law Firm Counsel
Today’s economic climate is one of constant change. Increased regulatory compliance, technological innovation, low interest rates, and other factors have together created a highly challenging business environment. In order to remain competitive, companies and law firms are placing a growing emphasis on legal teams that are resilient, creative, and diverse. Governmental entities are also beginning to recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in their recruiting efforts.
This panel discusses the growing awareness that diversity and inclusion are not only helpful, but also critical towards the success of an enterprise. Senior in-house, government, and law firm counsels will discuss how staffing diverse legal teams has driven superior business results and contributed towards their organizations’ success. This panel will also discuss unique opportunities that exist for teams that can successfully apply diversity and inclusion to their practices. Finally, the panel will also discuss how APA attorneys may position themselves to identify and help meet these needs, stepping forward as leaders during this critical juncture.
- Sahang-Hee Hahn, Esq., Assistant Vice President and Counsel, MassMutual
- Dwight S. Yoo, Esq., Partner, Skadden Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
- Austin K. So., Esq., General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary, StoneMor Partners L.P.
- Sonia Low, Esq., General Counsel, The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc.
- Jimmy Yan, Esq., Special Counsel to the Chief Investment Officer & Deputy Comptroller for Asset Management, Office of the New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer
NAPABA Convention 2016
NAPABA committee and network events are a great way to engage with members in your network and practice areas. NAPABA committee and network leaders welcome you to their business meetings, receptions, and dinners. Events are open to all Convention attendees unless otherwise noted.
Thursday, Nov. 3 | NAPABA Committee/Network Social | 3:45–4:45 p.m.
Kick off the Convention by meeting with NAPABA committee/network leaders and active members to learn how to maximize your NAPABA membership through involvement in a NAPABA council, affinity network, substantive law committee, and/or service committee. For a full listing of committees and networks, click here.
Thursday, Nov. 3 | Dinners | 8–10 p.m. (additional fees apply)
- Joint International & Entertainment Law Committees Dinner
- Solo & Small Firm Network Dinner (generously supported by Met Life)
- Women’s Leadership Network Dinner
- Young Lawyers/First Time Attendee Dinner
Friday, Nov. 4 | Business Meetings | Various times (see schedule)
- Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Creditors’/Debtors’ Rights Committee
- Civil Rights Committee
- Corporate Transactions Committee
- Government Enforcement & Compliance Committee
- Insurance Law Committee
- Pro Bono & Community Service Committee
- Real Property Committee
- Regional Conference Committee
- Trusts & Estates Committee
Friday, Nov. 4 | Receptions | 5–6 p.m.
- In-House Counsel Reception (generously supported by Prudential)
- Insurance Law Committee
- Joint Corporate Transactions, Real Property, and Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Creditors’/Debtors’ Rights Committees
- Real Property Committee
- Solo & Small Firm Network
- Women’s Leadership Network
Friday, Nov. 4 | Dinners | 8–10 p.m.
- Judicial Council Dinner (Private event open only to bench officers)
- Partners/In-House Counsel Dinner (Private event only open to Partners Directory Members and in-house attorneys. Registration information will be available in August.)
Saturday, Nov. 5 | Business Meetings | Various Times (see schedule)
- Diversity and Inclusion Committee
- Intellectual Property Committee
- International Law Committee
- Judicial Council
- Leadership Advisory Council
- Mass Torts Committee
- Partners Network
- Solo & Small Firm Committee
- Women’s Leadership Network
- Young Lawyers Network
Saturday, Nov. 5 | Receptions | 5–6 p,m.
- Intellectual Property Committee (generously supported by Mayer Brown and IMS ExpertServices)
- International Law Committee
Click here for a full schedule of committee/network events and all Convention events.
Early-bird registration for the 2016 NAPABA Convention closes on Aug. 26. NAPABA members save an additional $200 off the non-member rate. Not a member? Become a member today and save!