28Apr
28Apr
Access to Justice Series: Jane Becker, Tax Attorney
Our federal tax system has, as its foundation, intricate laws not meant for middle and lower income taxpayers to easily comprehend (I'm not espousing Marxist philosophy, this is just the way it is.) This includes the laws themselves, the required forms to report income, and...
30Mar
Well attended Spring event at Hotel Paradox
This year’s Spring Fling was held at Hotel Paradox on Ocean Street with over 70 attendees including several area Judges who had an opportunity to meet and mingle over light refreshments and drinks outdoors. SCCBA board President Mark Johannessen gave brief introductions to the 2022 Board...
30Mar
Access to Justice Series: Introduction by Mark Johannessen
A core aspect of the Santa Cruz County Bar Association’s mission is to promote meaningful access to justice for all persons. People encountering life challenges should have access to resources to help them understand their rights under the law, how protect those rights and obtain...
29Mar
Time flies when you are having fun: Brian T. Murtha announces his retirement
Brian T. Murtha announces his retirement, effective 12/31/2021. After 36 years of active practice, preceded by eight fruitful years of paralegal work in the County, I am drawn to a new career, as can be seen by the second of the accompanying photos. Photo: Mr. Murtha,...
19Oct
Annual Awards Program on November 4
The SCCBA will honor our Annual Award Recipients, Barbara Choi (Rollie Hall Award) and Diana August (Access to Justice Award) on November 4 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. Registration and sponsorship opportunities are available on our Calendar page. All...
29Sep
Succession Planning Info and Resources
We are pleased to welcome attorney Natalie Vance of Klinedinst PC for an MCLE program on Succession Planning this month. This is an important area that is often overlooked, but it can be critical if an attorney becomes ill or incapacitated or dies. Below are...
30Aug
Looking for Our Next Executive Director
The Santa Cruz County Bar Association & Lawyer Referral Service (SCCBA) is seeking a dynamic part-time executive director to oversee strategy, sustainability, and operations for the organization. At its heart, the SCCBA is a non-profit membership organization focused on providing services for its members, as...
26May
LRS Fees Waived for SCCBA Members Starting July 1, 2021
The Santa Cruz County Bar Association Board of Directors voted at their April meeting to waive the panel and membership fees for one year for any SCCBA member qualified to join an LRS panel. The new one-year term for Lawyer Referral Service begins on July...
08Mar