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Continuing Education Panels
The Annual Conference will showcase a series of distinguished panels featuring renowned experts from across legal, political, and leadership fields. Attendees will leave with valuable knowledge, actionable strategies, and accredited hours toward their continuing legal education.
Session 1: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Justice for All: Defending Civil and Immigration Rights
Civil and immigration rights remain at the heart of today’s most pressing legal battles. Panelists will examine the challenges immigrant communities face, the impact of shifting laws and court decisions, and strategies for advancing equity through litigation, policy, and advocacy. Attendees will gain insights into protecting vulnerable populations and promoting justice in a rapidly changing landscape.
Curtis Morrison
Founder,
Red Eagle Law, L.C.
Golnaz Fakhimi
Legal Director,
Muslim Advocates
Mahsa Khanbabai
Founder,
Khanbabai Immigration Law
Session 2: 11:10AM - 12:10PM
Leading Change: Iranian American Voices in Public Office
Iranian American elected officials are redefining public service and civic leadership. In this conversation, trailblazing state representatives will share their journeys into politics and the perspectives they bring to policymaking. They’ll reflect on how leadership, representation, and community engagement can advance meaningful change and inspire the next generation to lead with purpose. (Continuing legal education credits unavailable for this session)
Yara Zokaie
Member, Colorado House
of Representatives
Dr. Anna Eskamani
Member, Florida House
of Representatives
Darya Farivar
Member, Washington House
of Representatives
Atoosa Reaser
Member, Virginia House
of Delegates
Session 3: 1:10PM - 2:10PM
Inside the Courts: Pathways and Perspectives
The judiciary is essential to safeguarding justice and preserving public trust. In this panel, esteemed judges will share their paths to the bench, the responsibilities of judicial service, and their visions for the future. Attendees will gain rare insights into judicial decision-making, courtroom dynamics, and the judiciary’s broader role in shaping society.
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Judge Lucy Koh
U.S. Court of Appeals,
Ninth Circuit
Justice Leondra Kruger
Supreme Court of
California
Judge Saba Sheibani
Superior Court,
San Diego County
Session 4A: 2:20PM - 3:20PM
Effective Advocacy: Winning Strategies for Trial Success
Success at trial requires more than preparation. It demands skill, strategy, and adaptability. Accomplished litigators will share their approaches to persuasive storytelling, witness management, and handling the unexpected. Attendees will take away practical lessons to sharpen their advocacy and elevate their trial practice.
Babak Taghavi
Managing Partner,
Sweet James Accident Attorneys
Shawn Tafreshi
Chief, Deputy District Attorney,
San Diego County
Alaleh Kianerci
Supervising Deputy District
Attorney, Santa Clara County
CLE Session 4B: 2:20PM - 3:20PM
Shaping Tomorrow: AI, Technology, and the Law
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we live, work, and practice law. From automation in legal research to the ethics of algorithmic decision-making, technology is reshaping the legal landscape. This panel will explore how lawyers and policymakers have navigated continuous innovation, observed the challenges and opportunities of their evolving practices, and integrated emerging technologies into their various roles.
Nima Movadehi
Partner
Latham & Watkins LLP
Cesar Valdez
Produce Counsel Senior
Manager, Pinterest
Shayan Said
Product Counsel
TikTok
Daniel Etcovitch
Copyright Counsel
Anthropic