From its agrarian beginnings to status as a major economic power, lawyers and judges played a key role in the development of Orange County, California. Raising the OC Bar spotlights the rich and unique history of the Orange County legal community including stories about landmark cases, impactful institutions, and legal trailblazers.
Enjoy an inspiring conversation with Judge Karen L. Robinson, highlighting her life experiences in Kentucky, schooling, and distinguished legal career. Judge Robinson reflects on her service as the first African American city council member and mayor of Costa Mesa and her path to becoming a Superior Court Judge. She also discusses her biggest influences, her relationship with the OCBA and its legacy, and provides thoughtful advice for the next generation of attorneys and law stude...
20 Apr 2026
Building A Law School From Scratch: The Creation Of UCI Law
In this episode, we dive into the bold origins of the University of California, Irvine School of Law, the first new public law school in California in over 40 years. Past OCBA President Christina Zabat-Fran and OCBA Board Member Sean Thomas Lobb interview founding Dean Erwin Chemerinsky and Judge Andrew Guilford (Ret.) as they share the inside story of how a “dream team” of faculty and community leaders reimagined legal education from the ground up. From navigating political hurdles to ...
7 Apr 2025
Orange County’s Impact On The California Legislature
California State Senator Tom Umberg shares some of the history of Orange County’s impact on the Legislature, as well as his personal journey, challenges, and triumphs including three tours in the military, being one of the first federal prosecutors in Orange County, and his long tenure in the California State Legislature. Tune in for an enlightening exploration of Orange County’s impact and role in shaping important legislation and reform throughout the state.
10 Mar 2025
Orange County’s Impact On Congress
A captivating conversation with United States Congressman Lou Correa. From his roots growing up in Orange County, to his long tenure in the California State Legislature and the United States Congress, Congressman Correa shares some of the history of Orange County’s impact on Congress, as well as his journey, challenges, and triumphs. Tune in for a candid exploration of Orange County’s impact and role in shaping important legislation and reform.
10 Feb 2025
A Discussion with Trudy Levindofske
Enjoy an engaging conversation with Trudy Levindofske, the 17-year Executive Director of the Orange County Bar Association who retired on July 5, 2024. From her roots in the suburbs of Minneapolis to her 35-year career with OCBA, Trudy shares her early days at OCBA and how she moved up the ranks to Executive Director. Hear from special guests in the legal community as they share their memories about Trudy, and discover how all her hard work paid off, shaping the organization into what it has ...
6 Jan 2025
A Discussion with Judge Stock
In this episode, Judge Stock shares her incredible journey through the legal profession, from her early days in the late 1970s to her 24 years on the superior court bench. Judge Stock reflects on the challenges and shifting perceptions of women in law. She also discusses her work as a private neutral at JAMS and offers valuable insights on the progress women have made in the legal profession and the road ahead. Stay tuned to the end to hear about her work on the OJ Simpson Trial.
21 Oct 2024
Interview with Justice Kathleen O'Leary
An engaging conversation with Justice Kathleen E. O'Leary as she reflects on her remarkable legal career. From her early days practicing law in the late 70s to her significant roles on the municipal, superior, and appellate courts, Justice O'Leary shares her experiences and insights. Enjoy a candid exploration of her legal journey and her thoughts on the future of women in the legal profession.
23 Sept 2024
A Discussion with Justice Sonenshine
Enjoy an engaging conversation with Justice Sheila Sonenshine, retired Associate Justice of the Fourth District Court of Appeal and current mediator at JAMS. From her roots in Montana and Las Vegas, to her pioneering career in law, Justice Sonenshine shares her journey, challenges, and triumphs. Discover her insights on overcoming gender bias, balancing career and parenthood, and her influential roles in the Orange County legal community. Tune in for a candid exploration of her remarkable car...
30 Aug 2024
OCBA Affiliate Spotlight: Orange County Asian American Bar Association
This episode features the history of the Orange County Asian American Bar Association, going back to 1993. Mei Tsang interviews esteemed guests: Retired Judge Kirk Nakamura, Charles Wu, and Jessica Cha. The panelists highlight exciting stories from their past, including Judge Ito from the O.J. Simpson Trial, the formation and growth of OCAABA, and much more. Tune in to learn how far this great organization has come, and where it is headed.
19 Mar 2024
Orange County’s Role in the Development of Private Alternative Dispute Resolution
Justice William Bedsworth and Daniel Robinson of Robinson Calcagnie, Inc. moderate a panel discussion with Justice John Trotter (Ret.), one of the cofounders of JAMS, and Alan Brutman, one of the cofounders of Judicate West, concerning Orange County’s role in the development of modern alternative dispute resolution.
13 Feb 2024
OCBA Affiliate Spotlight: Hispanic Bar Association History
This episode spotlights the history of the Hispanic Bar Association of Orange County, going back to the 1970s. Shirin Forootan interviews esteemed guests: Judge Aguirre, Justice Sanchez, and Jeanette Garcia. Personal stories about Wally Davis, Justice Cruz Reynoso, and more remind us that we do in fact stand on the shoulders of giants. Tune in to learn how far this great organization has come over the past 50 years, and where it is headed.
15 Nov 2023
A Discussion with Justice William Bedsworth
An in-depth discussion with Justice William Bedsworth about his personal and professional background including his first legal job with the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, path to the Orange County Superior Court bench and appointment to the California Court of Appeal, groundbreaking decisions, and much more.
16 Oct 2023
OCBA History
Former Presidents of the Orange County Bar Association and its current CEO/Executive Director discuss the growth of the Orange County legal community, the role the OCBA has played in the development of legal institutions in Orange County, and the impact the OCBA has had on the larger Orange County community.
26 Sept 2023
PLC History
Current and former leaders of The Public Law Center discuss the genesis of the organization, its growth over the years, and its impact in providing free legal services to low-income residents in Orange County since 1981.
26 Sept 2023
CLA SoCal History
Current and former leaders of Community Legal Aid SoCal and other key players discuss the genesis of the organization and its work in serving the legal needs of low-income people in Orange County and beyond from the 1958 to the present.
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