Solo/Small Practice Division Update

By Connor Olson

Money Matters

The SCBA’s Solo/Small Practice Division kicked off the year by focusing on how to grow and scale small firms, while also watching out for the legal issues surrounding client trust accounts and different forms of payment. Beginning with Brooke Lively’s “Panic to Profit” presentation, the Solo/Small Practice Division continued its long tradition of offering law firm practice management guidance, which, especially in these times, can be just as important to its members as the actual legal work. In addition, local attorney Kenneth E. Bacon presented on the ethical concerns of handling advance deposits and the issues that arise with credit card and other payments. Together, the speakers provided practical and valuable advice to both long-term practitioners and others who are just starting in their careers.

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Connor Olson, Co-Chair of the SSPD, practices civil litigation in the Sacramento region. He can be contacted at connor@cwo-law.com.

Angelina Ray Lisa Kobayahsi

Meet the Newest Board Members

Numerous votes were cast in the Solo/Small Practice Division election, carrying on the tradition of strong engagement from our members. The board’s newest members include Angelina Ray, Alexandra Baron, and Lisa Kobayashi. Angelina founded her own practice in Elk Grove where she handles family law and civil litigation matters. Angelina credits Solo/ Small Practice Division events with providing her opportunities to learn how to effectively run her firm.

Alexandra has been in practice for seven years and focuses on family law and estate planning. As the Solo/Small Practice Division’s Communications Director, Alexandra looks forward to creating and maintaining a strong collaborative community of solo and small firms.

Lisa joins the Solo/Small Practice Division board after 15 years of immigration practice. As a veteran of many Solo/Small Practice Division events, Lisa cites our friendly and helpful membership as the reason for taking on her new board responsibilities.

Let’s Collaborate

The Solo/Small Practice Division is committed to providing its members with the most relevant educational and networking opportunities as possible. To that end, please feel free to contact Division board members to discuss possible topics and/or networking opportunities.

In the meantime, please check the SCBA calendar and website for upcoming Division events and news!

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