Friday, October 5, 2018: 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Mistakes happen in the course of a civil lawsuit. For example, a defendant may fail to respond to a lawsuit within the allotted time, resulting in a default; or, a plaintiff may fail to respond to a motion to dismiss filed by the defendant, resulting in dismissal. In this class, learn about civil procedures for setting aside defaults and other mistakes in California state courts.

Class covers:
California Code of Civil Procedure §473
When and how a party may seek relief from his or her mistakes
What constitutes "default" and "dismissal"
Preparing motions to vacate

Presented by Austin Stoub:
Austin Stoub originally joined LA Law Library as a Reference intern in January of 2010. Upon receiving his MLIS from UCLA in June of 2010, he joined the staff full time as a Reference Librarian. Since that time, he has overseen development of the collection for all states except California, developed and taught a number of classes and has taken a role in operations at Circulation and Copy Center. After earning a BA in Political Science from Calvin College in 2001, he worked in various levels of government before entering UCLA School of Information Science in 2008.

Registration fee: $20
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Parking options available during registration

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Thursday, October 18, 2018: 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

A motion is the way a litigant requests a court order and may be made at any time while an action is pending and the relief sought is appropriate. Motion can have a huge impact on your case. This class is intended to give an overview of motion practice in California state court and the rules of procedure that apply to making, filing, serving and opposing motions.

Class covers:

• What a motion is and why law and motion practice is an important part of your case
• When a motion is appropriate
• What is included in a motion
• How to get a motion on calendar and rules regarding service, filing and proper notice
• Requirements for ex parte, noticed and oral motions, and when each is appropriate

Presented by Katie O'Laughlin:
Katie O'Laughlin is a Reference & Research Librarian. In addition to earning her Masters of Science in Library Science from USC, Katie is a graduate of Loyola Law School. She began her career as a reference librarian and legal research instructor at Southwestern University School of Law and then practiced law for many years before opening an independent bookstore in the Los Angeles area. Returning to her roots in law librarianship at LA Law Library, Katie now provides reference services, is involved with the Members Program, the law school internship program, and teaches several classes.

Registration fee: $20
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Parking options available during registration

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Wednesday, September 18, 2019:  12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

A complex web of legislation, ballot measures, and court cases has changed criminal sentencing in California. These changes generally made sentencing more lenient for offenders, and many are retroactive – meaning that many offenders are now entitled to new sentences, parole, or other relief. Learn to navigate these new laws, and seek relief for eligible clients.

Class covers:

• Youthful Offender Parole Hearings: Presenting "mitigating factors" for those serving lengthy sentences, including "hallmarks of youth" at time of offense and prospects for rehabilitation
• SB1437: Accomplice Liability for Felony Murder – who may seek re-sentencing, and the pending legal challenges to this law
• Proposition 36: Changes to the Three Strikes Law – which "third strike" offenders eligible for release?
• Proposition 47: Which felonies can now be re-classified as misdemeanors? What is the court process?
• Marijuana law changes, and more

Earn 1.0 hour general MCLE credit

Presented by Angela Berry:
Ms. Berry is a criminal defense attorney who practices in both trial courtrooms and before the appellate courts. With over 28 years of courtroom experience, she has tried cases from simple misdemeanors to murder, including over 50 jury trials. Ms. Berry currently sits as a member of the Executive Board and Billing and Discipline Committee for the Indigent Criminal Defense Appointments (ICDA) Program. She is also actively engaged in, and sits on the Board of, the Criminal Courts Bar Association; and, is the former Chair of the Criminal Law Section, and current member of the Attorney Referral Service Committee of, the San Fernando Valley Bar Association. She clerked with the California Attorney General's Office, Criminal Appeals Section while attending Loyola Law School. She is also licensed to practice law in Hawaii.

Registration fee: $30

Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Reduced-rate parking options available during registration
Brown bag event, eat your lunch in the classroom! Water and snack provided.

Tuesday, September 17, 2019:  5:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

The recent legal skirmishes over the executive branch's attempts to add a question about citizenship status to the 2020 questionnaire have been highly publicized and fast-moving. Learn the current state of the law –and then participate in a discussion with community stakeholders and experts about why U.S. citizenship matters, the 2020 census push and ways to encourage community members to apply for citizenship.

Immigrants comprise nearly 50% of the population of Los Angeles County. Eligible community members may be unaware of the benefits of becoming a US citizen. In Los Angeles County, immigrants comprise 42% of the employed workforce and more than 50% of small business owners. In this community discussion, stakeholders and County departments will discuss why U.S. citizenship matters, the 2020 census push for naturalization and ways to encourage community members to apply for citizenship.

Earn 0.5 hours General MCLE credit

Discussion topics will include benefits for citizens:

• Public services
• Health care
• Housing
• Immigration benefits
• Voting rights
• 2020 census and citizenship

Presented by:
Rigo Reyes, Executive Director, Office of Immigrant Affairs

Miriam Brown, Deputy Director, Outreach, Engagement & Triage, Department of Mental Health

Cynthia Harding, Chief Deputy Director, Department of Public Health

Debbie Martin, Chief Deputy of the Registrar, Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder/County Clerk

Arun Patel, Director of Quality, Patient Safety and Risk Management, Department of Health Services

Patricia Rivera, Library Administrator, LA County Library

Emilio Salas, Deputy Executive Director, Los Angeles County Development Authority

Central American Resource Center (CARACEN)

Department of Public Social Services

Registration Fee: FREE
Classes fill up fast. Register today to reserve your seat! You must check-in 10 minutes prior to class time to ensure your seat is not reassigned to waiting list and walk-in attendees.

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.