Have suggestions for events you’d like to have SABA-SC organize?
Let us know by emailing SoCalSABA@gmail.com or by filling out this survey.
For events from our sister bar organizations, check out the WLALA Bar Calendar.
WLALA's Panel: "The Judge Said What?: How a Judge’s Bias Can Affect Judicial Proceedings and What to Do
SABA-SC is co-sponsoring “The Judge Said What?”, a virtual panel on judicial bias and what can be done to address and report it, organized by the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles. The Hon. Rupa Goswami, co-chair of SABA-SC’s Steering Committee, will be one of the distinguished speakers.
Tickets for SABA-SC members are just $10. The program is approved for 1 hour of Elimination of Bias CLE credit.
Joint APA Bar Summer mixer
The 2025 Joint APA Bar Summer Mixer. Come mix, mingle, and celebrate summer with the community on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at the Bonaventure Brewing Co., Los Angeles. We can’t wait to see you there!
SABA-DC's Summer Intern Picnic
SABA-SC student members who are in the DMV area this summer are invited to join SABA-DC’s Summer Intern Picnic for snacks, drinks, and games at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park in Washington, D.C. It’s a great chance to meet and mix with other SABA interns and SABA-DC members.
SABA-San Diego's Virtual Panel: Demystifying Student & Employment Visas
SABA-SC members are invited to join "Demystifying Student & Employment Visas," a virtual panel hosted by SABA-San Diego the and co-sponsored by the SABA’s of Connecticut, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Chugh LLP on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 2:30PM.
Attendees will hear from leading immigration attorneys, Mishita Jethi, Diya A. Mathews, Awanti Damle Sharda, and Nandita Ruchandani, as they break down the latest updates and practical tips on student and employment visas.
Pathways to the Bench: Insights into the Application Process
Join us on July 11th in downtown LA for a panel with three distinguished speakers who’ll share their insights about and advice on the judicial application process.
RSVP to SoCalSABAJEC@gmail.com for the exact location.
SABA PIF and SABA-SC 20th Annual Public Interest Dinner & Installation
Join us for SABA PIF and SABA-SC's 20th Annual Public Interest Dinner and Installation Gala to celebrate community service and honor leaders.
To register for this event visit the link below.
SABA-SC Board Applications Due
The South Asian Bar Association of Southern California (SABA-SC) and the South Asian Bar Association Public Interest Foundation (SABA-PIF) are looking for motivated individuals to be part of the Board of Directors.
It is a one-year commitment that runs from May 2025 - May 2026. This year, the Board will be installed at our in-person Gala on May 15, 2025 at the Doubletree by Hilton in Downtown LA. The Board meets monthly virtually, and members are expected to attend in person events.
Board directors work together to support SABA-SC’s efforts, which include implementing and coordinating programs to promote and advance the goals of the South Asian legal and non-legal communities, mentoring other lawyers and law school students, engaging in community service, and being a voice for the South Asian communities. The Executive Committee will also serve as board members for the Public Interest Foundation of SABA-SC.
No matter area of practice you are in or how long you've been a lawyer, if you'd like to be involved in SABA-SC, we want to hear from you.
THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS BY MIDNIGHT ON Sunday May 4th, 2025.
If you have any questions, email our incoming President: Osman Abbasi (osmangabbasi@gmail.com)