SJCBA News

Join us on October 1, 2025, for a dynamic and inspiring event featuring sitting female judges who will share the challenges they've overcome on their paths to leadership. Topics include the value of mentorship, overcoming bias and sexism, trusting your inner voice, embracing authenticity, and learning from failure.

Discover the newest way to earn MCLE credits—on your schedule, in your practice area, and included with your SJCBA membership.

Exclusive Perk for SJCBA Members – Launching August 1!

This $1,500 scholarship is open to women-identifying law students who have completed their first year of law school, and plan to practice law in San Joaquin County. Applicants are encouraged to apply to support their legal education and career goals. Applications are due by August 1, 2025. 

Our office will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. We hope you have a safe and memorable holiday celebrating with family and friends!

Please note that the July Small Claims Clinic has been canceled.

Sharpen your knowledge of felony sentencing with our three-part lunchtime series ... MCLE Criminal Law Series: Felony Sentencing 1, 2, & 3. Designed for attorneys handling serious criminal matters, this program offers practical insight into California’s complex sentencing laws.

In observance of Juneteenth, SJCBA will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Regular office hours will resume on Friday, June 20.