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Welcome to the San Diego Chapter


Federal Bench Shares Insights on Efficient Practice During Annual Keep Seminar
Read about the insights shared by the local bench during the Annual Keep Federal Civil Practice Seminar


Pathway to the Bench: How to Become a U.S. Magistrate Judge
Watch San Diego FBA’s full panel on how to become a U.S. Magistrate Judge. U.S. District and Magistrate judges and Chair of the Merit Selection Panel shared insights on the application, the interview process, and more.


Judge Cheeks Delights with Candid, Practical Insights on Life and Career
Read how U.S. District Judge Benjamin J. Cheeks delighted attendees with candid personal and professional insights in a Courtroom Conversation masterfully moderated by Erika Oliver and Valerie Phan.
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Celebrating Excellence: Three Outstanding Recipients of the Younger Federal Lawyer Award
Read about our three San Diego FBA Board Members who have earned the prestigious Younger Federal Lawyer Award: Jessie Agatstein, Evangeline Dech, and Rachel Eaton.


Member Spotlight: Kristin Mihelic
Learn how Kristin Mihelic and attorneys like her at the Office of the U.S. Trustee ensure confidence in the bankruptcy system.


Member Spotlight: Grace S. Jun
Grace S. Jun’s journey from a rural Korean American farm girl to one of San Diego’s most respected civil rights attorneys is a testament to the transformative power of advocacy.


Member Spotlight: Deborah Dixon
Meet firm founder and community leader Deborah Dixon, who shares her path to law, tips for young litigators, and insights into mass torts and class actions.


A Timeless Reflection on Law Day
This 1992 article, authored by then-President of the SDCBA and now-U.S. District Judge Anthony J. Battaglia, reflects on the meaning of Law Day and the importance of law in our democratic society.


A Special Mentorship Mixer
Flashback to our first in-person event of the 2025 year—a special mixer specifically for newer attorneys and law students.


The Passing of the Gavel
The Southern District celebrated the transition of Chief Judge from the Honorable Dana M. Sabraw to the Honorable Cynthia Bashant.


Competence MCLE: Reaching Out When Times Get Tough
Certified Addiction Specialist, Greg Dorst, J.D. shared the harmful effects of substance use and abuse in the legal profession.


President’s Welcome Message
Kim Gregg, 2025 San Diego FBA President, looks ahead to a year of educational programming and opportunities to learn from our federal bench.


President’s Year-End Message
San Diego FBA 2024 President Blake Currey reflects on a milestone year for the Chapter.
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