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The Sacramento Valley Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates is dedicated to preserving the Civil Jury Trial System.

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Since its inception in 1958, ABOTA’s primary mission has been the preservation of the right to a civil jury trial guaranteed by the 7th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

New Newsletter from our friends at the Yolo Unity Bar

We're always honored to bring you the news and events from across the region, especially from our friends at the Yolo Unity Bar Association.

NEWS

Oct 8

Exciting Unity Bar Momentum in Yolo County!

Get ready—there’s a powerful wave of unity and progress rising in Yolo County! The Unity Bar of Yolo County is making big moves to celebrate and elevate diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal profession.

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Sep 10

Yolo Unity Bar Association - Recent News

The Unity Bar of Yolo County is in the early stages of building a network of diverse organizations, associations, and legal professionals dedicated to working together in a unified manner to advance the cause of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession.

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Aug 20

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Upcoming Events

Mon, Sep 29
Webinar on Demand: Striking Rich with the CA Discovery Act, tools from the Bench and Bar
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Sep 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM
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This webinar recording of our CLE will focus on the Civil Discovery Act, identifying little tools used to develop case theories in litigation, common misuses or mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Fri, Oct 24
Masters in Trial Returns October 24, 2025!
McGeorge School of Law Lecture Hall
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Oct 24, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
McGeorge School of Law Lecture Hall, 3200 5th Ave, Sacramento, California, United States
The ABOTA Foundation trains the next generation of lawyers in professionalism and advocacy. Our Masters in Trial™ program showcases cutting-edge techniques from the state’s top trial advocates.
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Webinar on Demand: Generative Artificial Intelligence
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Webinar on Demand
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In an era where generative artificial intelligence (GAI) is reshaping every industry, the legal profession is no exception. Plaintiff’s attorney Miles Cooper and Defense attorney Marshall Cole, will discuss ABA Formal Opinion 512 (7/29/24) which provides critical guidance for attorneys incorporating
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