Upcoming Events & Programs

Judges' Night 2026

May 7, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the San Jose Marriott Hotel

Judges' Night is one of the legal community's oldest traditions — an evening set aside to recognize the judges whose work shapes the integrity of our court system. This year, we are proud to honor:

Hon. Julia L. Alloggiamento
John D. Foley Trial Judge of the Year Award

Hon. Roberta S. Hayashi (Ret.)
Access to Justice Award

Hon. Drew C. Takaichi (Ret.)
Lifetime Achievement Award

Earn Your Mandatory CLE Specials Online

Self-Study CLE Videos

Visit the archive for additional self-study videos. The following videos are available for on-demand viewing. Upon completion, please notify SCCTLA for your Certificate of Completion. It is up to the attorney to self report the credit hours to the CA State Bar. All videos are password protected.

Ethics

Bias, Competence & Civility

Unveiling Implicit Bias

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Is Practicing Law Driving Us Crazy?

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Civility in the Legal Profession

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Video Recording of the 2025 Trial & Mediation Skills Seminar

Catch a video replay of the 2025 SCCTLA Belli Trial & Mediation Skills Seminar. In the spirit of the late Melvin Belli, this seminar serves as a forum to learn innovative strategies, tactics, and techniques to help your law firm thrive. Learn from top legal minds (15 minutes per presentation) and discover new ways to increase the value of your cases.

About SCCTLA

Providing members with continuing legal education, social and professional networking opportunities.

Mission Statement: The Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association is a non-profit organization committed to providing members with continuing legal education, networking & involvement with the local bench, providing the community with fair access to the justice system & promoting a positive image of Trial Lawyers.

SCCTLA is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider.