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.

Key highlights from our webinar on sentencing, featuring U.S. District Judge James E. Simmons, Jr., AUSA Matthew Sutton, and FD Rachel Eaton

Read about and see photos from the fun, insightful lunch with Magistrate Judge Berg

Reflections on key takeaways and resources from our informational program on federal workers' rights featuring experts in the field.

A comprehensive review of our technology MCLE featuring the Hon. Allison H. Goddard, James Cooper, and Kashyap Kompella.

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

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

Certified Addiction Specialist, Greg Dorst, J.D. shared the harmful effects of substance use and abuse in the legal profession.

This update features President Kim Gregg's welcome message, and upcoming events like the competency MCLE and new member mentorship mixer.

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

This update features the President's year-end message, and announces incoming board members and upcoming events like the Competency MCLE.

San Diego FBA 2024 President Blake Currey reflects on a milestone year for the Chapter.

From insightful panels to heartfelt tributes, revisit the highlights of the Keep Seminar on October 16, 2024.

This update features a profile on Judge Leshner, and upcoming events like the Women in White Collar webinar and annual FBA holiday party.

U.S. Magistrate Judge David Leshner answers questions about his career, path to the bench, and community involvement in this profile.

Judge Torres shared the best advice she received as an attorney, and tips for appearing in front of her in this courtroom conversation.

This update features an article on Rule 107 by Judge Battaglia, chapter members who recently won FBA national awards, and upcoming events.

Andrew Haden received the Mazza Outstanding Federal Lawyer Award and Mary Cile Glover-Rogers received the Younger Federal Lawyer Award.

Judge Battaglia examines Rule 107 of the Federal Rules of Evidence and the distinction between demonstrative evidence and illustrative aids.

Assistant Chief Immigration Judges Anne Kristina Perry and Rhana Ishimoto shared insights to 50 attendees at a recent Courtroom Conversation