What do the L.A. wildfires, AI transparency, and a standard refrigerator have in common? They are high priorities for California’s Legislature. These new laws go far beyond the basics, reshaping how products are manufactured and how business risk is assessed. We’ve broken down the key shifts you need to know—and why they matter for your bottom line.

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As attorneys, our mission is to serve our clients and help them achieve their goals. It’s a collaborative relationship built on trust and open communication.

This month, Jennifer met with many of our clients to obtain feedback on how we’re meeting their needs, whether we need to realign our strategy with changing goals and circumstances, and to ensure that we are constantly strengthening our client relationships.

Thank you to everyone who either participated in this opportunity or provided written comments! We value your time and appreciate hearing from you. Here’s what Jennifer learned:

1. While we aim to provide clear and frequent updates for our clients to understand their matter’s status, timing, and future, we occasionally fall short. We can improve how we communicate events and issues; for some clients, one time might not be enough.

2. We have clients who would like to update us, or get updates, but are afraid of incurring costs. Please do not be afraid. Please reach out to Jennifer and let her know what you need. We are here to work with you.

We’ll send out invitations for another round of client feedback in July. But if you have any concerns or we are not exceeding your expectations, please email Jennifer and we’ll set up time for a conversation about our team. We appreciate you and are here for you.

Chairs’ Corner: The Value of Networking

On January 14, Jennifer joined ELS Chair Peter Ton for a special edition of Chairs’ Corner. As the 2020 ELS Chair, Jennifer drew from her own experience to discuss the vital role networking plays at every stage of a legal career.

The conversation covered practical insights on career growth, the importance of mentorship, and how to build meaningful professional connections, offering valuable takeaways for both early-career practitioners and seasoned attorneys.

Jennifer will speak at the 2nd Annual Stormwater USA Conference, scheduled for February 2–3 in Orange County, California.

With the industry facing intensifying challenges from climate change and urban development, the event brings together professionals to discuss solutions, legal issues, policy, and management.

Register to participate at this link.