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01Jun
Access to Justice Series: A Brief Reflection by Aaron J. Mohamed and Danielle deMartino
Aristotle considered justice as the best and most complete virtue. We should all be asking ourselves, how, therefore, does our community embrace this virtue? The term “justice” as used by Aristotle held two meanings: the first of which describes conduct in agreement with the law, and...
28Apr
Report from Quarterly Bench Bar Meeting: April 20, 2022
Rick Gazipura, SCCBA Director at Large and Bench Bar Liaison, submits his report from the quarterly Bench Bar meeting. 4/20/2022, BENCH BAR MEETING Update to the Portal system (Alex Calvo and Michelle Duarte) --Please check on Portal the morning of your hearing to make sure that have the...
28Apr
Access to Justice Series: Jane Becker, Tax Attorney
Our federal tax system has, as its foundation, intricate laws not meant for middle and lower income taxpayers to easily comprehend (I'm not espousing Marxist philosophy, this is just the way it is.) This includes the laws themselves, the required forms to report income, and...
30Mar
Well attended Spring event at Hotel Paradox
This year’s Spring Fling was held at Hotel Paradox on Ocean Street with over 70 attendees including several area Judges who had an opportunity to meet and mingle over light refreshments and drinks outdoors. SCCBA board President Mark Johannessen gave brief introductions to the 2022 Board...
30Mar
Access to Justice Series: Introduction by Mark Johannessen
A core aspect of the Santa Cruz County Bar Association’s mission is to promote meaningful access to justice for all persons. People encountering life challenges should have access to resources to help them understand their rights under the law, how protect those rights and obtain...
29Mar