Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association

SCVBA Awards & Installation Gala
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
Join us as we celebrate our outgoing Executive Board and welcome our incoming Executive Board, with our featured guest, Honorable Kevin Rosenberg, the Supervising Judge of the North Valley District
Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:00 pm
at The Oaks Club in Valencia
Our Annual Toy Drive will be taking place as well, so please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to help support our local community for the holidays! (monetary donations accepted as well). An Amazon wish list is available for ideas and convenient contributions.

Thanksgiving Food Drive (hosted by The Reape-Rickett Law Firm)
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-21 | CA
Thanksgiving Food Drive – Now Through November 21
The Reape-Rickett Law Firm is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive to support the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry and help local families facing food insecurity. Community members are encouraged to drop off non-perishable items – such as canned vegetables, stuffing mix, instant potatoes, cranberry, cookie mix, pumpkin, and more – at their Valencia office now through November 21, 2025.
Drop-Off Location:The Reape-Rickett Law Firm25152 Springfield Ct., Ste. 100, ValenciaMonday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Thank you for supporting this important effort to care for our community during the holiday season.

MCLE Webinar - AI FOR LAWYERS: A Strategic Exploration
2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Webinar
Presented by Aaron Shechet, Esq. of Shechet AI
Is AI an extinction level event or a business opportunity for lawyers? This presentation is a strategic exploration on how the industry of law will be affected by AI.
Join us during this webinar for a practical look at the opportunities, risks, and future of AI in the legal profession.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
FREE WEBINAR; RSVP REQUIRED
EARN 1.0 HOUR TECHNOLOGY MCLE CREDIT
RSVP TO INFO@SCVBAR.ORG

Friends & Family Day at USS Iowa
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Battleship USS Iowa, 250 S Harbor Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90731
Join us at the USS Iowa for a private special guided tour!
I hope you can make time to join us for Family & Friends Day aboard the famous museum battleship, U.S.S. Iowa (BB61)! The Iowa is berthed along the San Pedro Waterfront (next to the cruise ship berthing spaces).
During your visit to the historical ship, you will be taken on a private guided tour of the various decks, including the Captain’s Cabin, the conning/navigation bridge, the engineering spaces along “Broadway”, the officer’s and enlisted sailor’s berthing & mess areas, and of course, up front and personal with the ship’s main armament, the massive 16″ guns!
SCVBA Past President, Jeff Armendariz has been a volunteer tour guide over the last ten years, and I promise that it will be an amazing experience to walk along the decks shared by thousands of sailors who have served aboard the Iowa (she was commissioned during World War II and served through the Cold War). Now permanently berthed in San Pedro, the Iowa serves as a tribute to all those veterans who have served and those currently on active duty.
I hope you will consider joining us for this unique opportunity, and you are encouraged to bring your family (children, too) and friends! The tours will last approximately 2 1/2 hours (restrooms are located aboard the Iowa). For anyone who may need assistance, an elevator is available between several decks. After your tour, you are welcomed to relax on the fantail with a cool breeze, great food and drink from Vicky’s Doghouse (on board the ship) and enjoy wonderful views of the Port of Los Angeles.

CANCELED - Commercial Leasing CLE Dinner
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center, Room 205, Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Commercial Leasing CLE, “Ten Tips to Consider Before You Sign Your Next Lease!”
As your firms expand to accommodate more associates & clientele, or perhaps to downsize in anticipation of retirement, do not sign that next lease until you’ve had a chance to consider tips and strategies to maximize your office space investment. Come and join us as Mr. Carl Kanowsky, Esq. (and 2025 Board Trustee extraordinaire), will share his wide breadth of experience in business and real estate law, especially as it relates to understanding the nuances of commercial leasing!

This CLE program, about 1-1.5 hours in length, will be held at the Dianne Van Hook University Center, Rockwell Canyon Road inside College of the Canyon Community College at 6 p.m. Dinner is included in your cost for the event ($20 for members; all others, $35).

Brewing Connections: SCVBA Social Event
2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz Brewing Co., 27825 Fremont Ct., Suite 13, Santa Clarita, 91355, United States
Meet us at Santa Cruz Brewing Co. for an informal, family-friendly social and a beer and tacos!
Wednesday, July 16th at 6:00 PM
Santa Cruz Brewing Co.
27825 Fremont Ct., Suite 13
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Scholars & Bench Night
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:30 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
The top 3 presenters from our 12th Annual High School Speech Competition (being held on April 17th) will be joining us at Scholars & Bench Night on May 6th, where they will share their speeches and be presented with their scholarship prizes.
Also joining us for this event is Los Angeles Superior Court Presiding Judge, Judge Sergio C. Tapia II.
Judge Tapia will share the current state of the Courts and provide a view from the bench.
We hope you can join us for an evening at The Oaks Club!

Thank you to our sponsors:
LEGACY SPONSOR
NP Law
BOARD SPONSOR
College of the Canyon Pathway to Law School
PARTNER SPONSOR
Gharibian & Oliver
Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
OF COUNSEL SPONSORS
Inglis Family Law
Koegle Law Group
Law Office of Jeffrey Armendariz
Poole & Shaffery
The Reape-Rickett Law Firm
ASSOCIATE SPONSORS

12th Annual High School Speech Competition
2025-04-17 18:00 - 19:30 | West Ranch High School, 26255 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA, 91381, United States
The Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association is proud to host the 12th Annual High School Speech Competition. This event will take place on April 17, 2025 at 6:00 pm, and will be held at West Ranch High School.
The competition will feature Juniors and Seniors from throughout the William S. Hart School District, who will present their speeches on the topic above. Cash scholarships will be awarded to the top three contestants as scored by a distinguished panel comprised of Los Angeles County Superior Court Judges (and residents of the Santa Clarita Valley).
The Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association invites you to attend this event and observe the very talented and gifted students participating in this year’s competition.
The overall top three presenting students during the oral competition will be invited to present their speeches as guests at a special dinner event of the SCV Bar Association on May 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at The Oaks Club in Valencia, where the cash scholarships will be presented.

Brewing Connections: SCVBA Social Event
2025-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Lucky Luke Brewery, 25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355, United States
Meet us at Lucky Luke Brewing Company for an informal, family-friendly social!
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Lucky Luke Brewing Company
25108 Rye Canyon Loop
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

SCVBA Awards & Installation Gala
2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:30 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
Join us as we celebrate our outgoing Executive Board and welcome our incoming Executive Board
Wednesday, December 4th at 6:00 pm
at The Oaks Club in Valencia
Our Annual Toy Drive will be taking place as well, so please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to help support our local community for the holidays! (monetary donations accepted as well)

Brewing Connections: SCVBA Social Event
2024-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Lucky Luke Brewery, 25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355, United States
Meet us at Lucky Luke Brewing Company for an informal, family-friendly social!
Sponsored by Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Lucky Luke Brewing Company
25108 Rye Canyon Loop
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Anatomy of a DUI - MCLE Dinner
2024-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center, Room 205, Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355
AUGUST 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM
ANATOMY OF A DUI – MCLE Dinner
(a member favorite!)
Earn 1.0 Hour MCLE Credit
Officers Ryan Insalaco and Cory Galbraith (Glendale Police Department) will discuss issues and applicable laws related to conducting a driving-under-the-influence (DUI) investigation. During their presentation, the officers will walk us step-by-step through a DUI investigation and arrest, using a “subject driver.”

Scholars & Bench Night
2024-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
On April 17th, we we will be hosting our 11th Annual High School Speech Competition. The top 3 presenters from that evening will be joining us at Scholars & Bench Night on May 9th, where they will share their speeches and be presented with their scholarship prizes.
Also joining us for this event is Los Angeles Superior Court Presiding Judge, Samantha P. Jessner.
Judge Jessner will share the current state of the Courts and provide a view from the bench.
We hope you can join us for an evening at The Oaks Club!

Thank you to our sponsors:
LEGACY SPONSOR
Poole & Shaffery
BOARD SPONSOR
College of the Canyon Pathway to Law School
PARTNER SPONSOR
Logix Federal Credit Union
OF COUNSEL SPONSORS
Gharibian & Oliver
Inglis Family Law Firm
ASSOCIATE SPONSORS
Cohen Law
Law Office of Jeffrey Armendariz
Law Offices of Bill J. Thompson
The Reape-Rickett Law Firm

Charity Golf Tournament
2024-04-22 08:00 - 17:00 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States

11th Annual High School Speech Competition
2024-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | West Ranch High School, 26255 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA, 91381, United States

Brewing Connections: SCVBA Social Event
2024-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Lucky Luke Brewery, 25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355, United States
Meet us at Lucky Luke Brewery for an informal, family-friendly social!
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Lucky Luke Brewery
25108 Rye Canyon Loop
Valencia, CA 91355

2024 Employment Law Update
2024-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
2024 Employment Law Update
presented by Attorney Brian Koegle
Earn 1.5 Hour General MCLE Credit
The topics we will cover include:
– Wage and hour update, including new minimum wage requirements;
– Expansion of paid sick leave for California employers;
– Review of leaves of absence, including expanded coverage for reproductive loss;
– Non-compete agreements for employees;
– Review of recent court decisions impacting California employers;
– Limitations and new regulations involving employee cannabis use;
– Mandatory workplace violence prevention plans

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center
Room 205
$20 for SCVBA Members; All others, $35.
To RSVP, contact info@scvbar.org

SCVBA Awards & Installation Gala
2023-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
at The Oaks CLub
Join us as we celebrate our outgoing Executive Board and welcome our incoming Executive Board with Special Guest: Presiding Judge of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Samantha P. Jessner

MCLE Dinner - Digital Fluency: Navigating Technology in the Digital Age
2023-11-09 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
November 9, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Presented by Justin Hunt
Professor of Network Technology, Cybersecurity & Electronic Systems
College of the Canyons
Earn 1.0 General MCLE Credit
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Join us for an insightful presentation to discover how innovative IT solutions can enhance data security, streamline e-discovery processes, leverage AI for legal research, and facilitate seamless collaboration in the remote work landscape. Gain valuable insights to stay ahead in the ever-evolving legal industry.
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Ticket price includes dinner.
$20 for SCVBA Members; All others, $35
Email info@scvbar.org to RSVP.

MCLE Dinner - Utilizing AI in the Legal World
2023-10-19 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
October 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Earn 1.0 Hour General MCLE Credit
Presented by Corey Carter and Beau Goodrick

More details TBA

$20 for SCVBA Members; All others, $35
Email info@scvbar.org to RSVP

MCLE Dinner - Succession Planning for Business Owners: Integrating Estate Planning
2023-09-28 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
September 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Earn 1.0 Hour General MCLE Credit
Presented by Lisa Odom and Randall Armour
Business succession planning is a critical aspect of ensuring the long-term sustainability and smooth transition of your business while also addressing your estate planning needs. As a business owner, understanding the synergy between these two elements is essential for securing your legacy and the financial well-being of your heirs.
$20 for SCVBA Members; All others, $35
Ticket price includes dinner.
Location TBA

Email info@scvbar.org to RSVP

Fall Meet Up at Pocock Brewery
2023-09-21 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Meet us at Pocock Brewery for an informal, family friendly social!
September 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Pocock Brewery
24907 Ave Tibbitts, Suite B
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Summer Kick-Off!
2023-06-15 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Meet us at Lucky Luke Brewery for an informal, family friendly social!
June 15, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Lucky Luke Brewery
5108 Rye Canyon Loop
Valencia, CA 91355

10th Annual High School Speech Competition
2023-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | West Ranch High School, 26255 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA, 91381, United States
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Contact info@scvbar.org for more information.

April 20, 2023
6:00 PM
West Ranch High School Auditorium
Cash scholarship prizes awarded to the top three presenting students.

2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament
2023-04-03 08:00 - 17:00 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
Join the Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association for the 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament, benefitting the non-profit WISH Education Foundation, a group dedicated to quality public education for all students. Through the generosity of the caring community and corporate partners, WISH funds programs and initiatives that go beyond what tax dollars provide and help elevate and prepare our students for life. WISH Education Foundation does a lot of tremendous work on behalf of students here in the William S. Hart School District. They have created wellness centers on school campuses, provided computers and study desks to students during the COVID crisis, and have generally stepped in to sponsor student-related projects that the District is unable to afford.
Your support and participation will also enable the Bar Association to continue its efforts as a “caring partner” in the SCV through this and other community outreach events sponsored annually by the Bar Association (Blood Drive, Toy Drive, High School Speech Competition).
Click here to register as a golfer or to become a sponsor.

Blood Drive
2023-03-24 12:30 - 18:30 | Christ Lutheran Church, 25816 N. Tournament Road, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
March 24, 2023
12:30 – 6:30 PM
at Christ Lutheran Church
25816 N. Tournament Road
Valencia, CA 91355
Help us support this UCLA Health Blood Drive
To schedule an appointment, go online at www.ucedonor.com. Click Blood Drives and enter CLC in Zip Code or Account Code box.
Appointments are highly encouraged!

Employment Law Update - MCLE Dinner
2023-03-16 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
SPONSORED BY LBW Insurance and Financial Services
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Presented by Brian Koegle, Esq.
Partner, Greenspoon Marder LLP
Earn 1.0 Hour MCLE Credit
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Location:
Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center (College of the Canyons)
Rockwell Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Room 205
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2023 California Employment Law Update

The California Fair Pay Act – new pay transparency and reporting obligations;
Wage and Hour Update – independent contractors, penalty pay and meal/rest periods;
New Family Leave Formulas and Rights;
Protected Bereavement Leave;
California Consumer Privacy Act;
Cannabis Use and Discrimination Claims;
Arbitration Agreements after Viking River Cruises
Retaliation rules related to employees refusing to work during public emergencies; and,
COVID-19 updates – SPSL, notice to employees, Cal-OSHA reporting.

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SPONSORED BY LBW Insurance and Financial Services
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Dinner will be provided.
SCVBA Members, $20. All others, $35

SCVBA Awards & Installation Gala
2022-12-06 18:00 - 20:30 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
Join us as we celebrate our outgoing Executive Board and welcome our incoming Executive Board
Special Guest: Presiding Judge of the Los Angeles County Superior Court, Eric C. Taylor
Tuesday, December 6th at 6:00 pm
at The Oaks Club in Valencia
Our Annual Toy Drive will be taking place as well, so please consider bringing an unwrapped toy (monetary donations accepted as well) to help support our local community for the holidays!

Incoming Executive Board:
Secretary: Corey Carter
Treasurer: Robert Castillo
Members-at-Large: Jenna Edzant, Beau Goodrick, John Noland and Katie Simers

CANCELLED - MCLE Dinner - Substance Use Disorder
2022-11-03 18:00 - 19:30 | CA

LACCBA presents From Watergate to Trumpgate - MCLE Webinar
2022-10-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Webinar
The Los Angeles Criminal Courts Bar Association will be hosting a MCLE webinar titled “From Watergate to Trumpgate” presented by Jill Wine-Banks on Tuesday October 11, 2022 from 6:30pm-7:30pm on Zoom. See attached flyer for details.

Tickets can be purchased online at laccba.shop.
