Browse below for news, legal insights, information on presentations and events, and other resources from the Weintraub Tobin legal team.
On March 25th, Weintraub senior attorney Jacqueline Simonovich will moderate a virtual panel discussion, Interview Tips for Underrepresented and First Gen Attorneys for the Bar Association of San Francisco (BASF) Barristers Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
On Wednesday, March 25th, Weintraub senior attorney Bunnie Poullard will present the webinar, “Planning for the Unexpected with Limited Liability Companies: Death, Money Troubles, and Disagreements,” for the California Lawyers Association’s Corporate Committee. This virtual event will focus on operating agreement provisions and other guidance for addressing unexpected issues that may arise after a limited liability company is formed.
On Tuesday, March 19th, Weintraub partner Scott Hervey will present an informative MCLE webinar, Beyond Top Gun and Tattoos: Something Old and Something New on Ninth Circuit Principles for the Beverly Hills Bar Association.
Hiring is hard. PEOs and staffing agencies can provide quick access to talent, and possibly streamline HR functions. However, using either type of service does not come without risk. Join Weintraub Tobin’s Labor & Employment Group attorneys Lizbeth “Beth” West and Talia Delanoy, as they discuss some of the pros and cons of working with PEOs and staffing agencies.
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to share that shareholder Lily Harris and associate Madeline Giles will host a webinar on behalf of the Silicon Valley Bar Association on February 11th, 2026. The webinar, titled “The Undiscovered Country: Discovery Practice in Trust and Estate Litigation” will provide an overview of discovery practice as encountered in trust and estate litigation.
On February 10th, the First Generation Advocates Student Board (FGASB) at UC Davis School of Law will host FGASB Culture Week, a series of events focused on supporting and celebrating first-generation law students. Weintraub Tobin attorney Devinn Martin, a first-generation college graduate and attorney, will participate as a panelist, sharing insight and perspective on navigating the legal profession and working in private practice while fostering community, mentorship, and inclusion.
Beginning January 1, 2026, a number of new and recently enacted California laws will take effect that will significantly impact the construction industry. These changes affect a wide range of issues, including payment practices, retention limits, contract administration, claims and change order procedures, and dispute resolution. Owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors operating in California should be aware of these developments and their practical implications.
On Wednesday, February 4, shareholder and Certified Appellate Law Specialist Brendan J. Begley will present “How to Avoid Sinking Your Civil Appeal Before It Sets Sail” to the Beverly Hills Bar Association’s Appellate Law Section.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a booming industry which now offers assistance to employers by automating decisions such as hiring, performance management and even disciplinary actions. While this may come as a welcome aid for many employers, it does not come without risk. Employers grappling with how to use AI in their own workforce must understand the ethical and legal questions surrounding AI and how it can properly be used in the employment context without incurring unnecessary liability.
Weintraub Tobin’s 2026 Labor and Employment Seminar schedule is now available.
Specifics and invitations for each seminar will be posted on our website approximately one month before the event. Click here to receive email alerts and registration information ahead of each seminar. Attendance is capped at 45 in-person attendees.
Click here to view or download the schedule.
