Announcements:

WLA's Annual Judicial Reception will be held Thursday, October 21st, from 5-7 p.m. at Buona Tavola, 1037 Monterey Street, downtown San Luis Obispo. Come join us for a chance to meet and honor our local judges for their service to our community, network with other lawyers and eat some delicious appetizers. We will also play a Judicial Fact Treasure Hunt, announce our 2010 WLA Scholarship winners and swear in the new board. Program begins at 5:45 p.m.

Tickets are: WLA Members $30 advance purchase/$35 day of; Non-Members $40 advance purchase/$45 day of. Advance prices are good until October 15. There will be a no host bar.

Tickets can be purchased online using the link on the WLA Events page or by sending a check to WLA at P.O. Box 3918, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-3918.

See you there!

If you have not already, please complete your 2010 membership application for special events, resources, and MCLE discounts. See below for details.

WLASLO offers scholarships of up to $750 for law students with connections in SLO County. Winners for 2010 have already been selected. The application process will open again next spring.

September Meeting:

Transitional Justice: The Role of Law in Post-Conflict Societies

Following times of extreme violence, displacement, and mistrust, how do societies rebuild? This presentation takes a look at the uses and limitations of international and domestic law in upholding human rights, reconciling peoples, and establishing stable and just governance. We will follow examples from places like Rwanda, Sri Lanka, and the former Yugoslavia, and pay special attention to how these transitions affect women. Be prepared to think outside the box as we consider what justice looks like in a variety of contexts. Sada Andrews has taught International Law at Cal Poly, has an LLM in Human Rights Law from the University of London and has worked in Kosovo, India, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and other areas. This program qualifies for one hour of MCLE credit.

When: Thursday, September 2, 2010, 12:00 noon

Where: Pacific Capital Wealth Management, 997 Monterey Street, Third Floor

Directions: The entrance door is located mid-block on Monterey Street between Osos and Morro Streets. The door is marked "Pacific Capital Wealth Management Services." When you enter the foyer, take the elevator to the third floor. Upon exiting the elevator, turn right and follow the hallway to the large conference room.

Cost: Lunch - $12 (Please RSVP by Sept 1 so that we can order enough food);

        MCLE - $10 for WLASLO members; $15 for non-members

        Cash or check made payable to Women Lawyers Association.

Everyone is Welcome. RSVP is appreciated! The programs qualifies for one hour of MCLE credit.

For more information, or to make a reservation, contact:

Lisa Sperow at 709-9299 or esperow[at]calpoly.edu

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2010 Membership applications are due March 15, 2010 for inclusion in the WLA directory. If you have not already, please download a membership application and return it to womenlawyersslo@gmail.com or:

Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo County

P.O. Box 3918

San Luis Obispo, CA 93403

You can submit your dues ($40 for professionals; $15 for students) by enclosing a check with your application or online by clicking the button below: