Mary Grace Guzmán of Guzmán Legal Solutions advises lawyers, law firms, and law students on their professional responsibilities and risk managem e n t needs. She teaches legal ethics and professional responsibility at Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Ms. Guzmán regularly provides MCLE programs throughout California and has been a monthly blog contributor for the Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB), writing about legal ethics and risk management. 1.“Stitching Together: An Exploration of Women’s Sociality Through an Urban Knitting Group,” Gillian Barbara Ruland, Georgia State University, 2010. https://scholarworks.gsu.edu/ cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=https://www.google. com/&httpsredir=1&article=1040&context=an thro_theses
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Board Nominations
Are OPEN
CCCBA attorney members in good standing are eligible to join the Board of Directors. The Board seeks candidates who agree to meet the following expectations: •
To possess or acquire a basic understanding of the Contra Costa County Bar Association (CCCBA) and its activities.
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To commit to the mission and values of the Association.
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To represent the CCCBA in a manner consistent with Board decisions.
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To prepare for and regularly attend monthly Board meetings.
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To attend additional meetings and bar-sponsored events as needed
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To participate on at least one committee or task force.
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To participate in the annual Board Orientation and Training program.
Directors are selected for their experience and personal attributes. Active participation on a CCCBA committee or section leadership is a plus.
Nomination Process:
To be eligible, nominees must be active attorney members of the CCCBA. Any attorney member of the CCCBA may selfnominate by June 1, 2021, for consideration by the Nominations Committee. If you are interested in serving on the 2022 Board of Directors please submit your written nomination (including statement of interest, resume and 3-4 written references) to: Theresa Hurley, Executive Director, CCCBA, 2300 Clayton Rd., Ste. 520, Concord, CA 94520 thurley@cccba.org
Deadline for submitting nominations is June 1, 2021. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION CONTRA COSTA LAWYER
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