Orange County Paralegal Association upcoming events

Criminal Law Section - Virtual MCLE Lunch Meeting (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

CRIMINAL LAW SECTION MEETING

TOPIC: "Liked, Shared, and Admitted: Social Media Evidence in Criminal Trials"

In this presentation, former Deputy Federal Public Defender Bo Griffith will discuss the acquisition, admissibility, and effective use of social media evidence at trial, including insights from how Bo relied upon social media evidence in a recent "not guilty" verdict he secured in an ICE protest case,

Presented By: Bo Griffith, Esq.

BIO: After serving as a prosecutor and defense counsel as a Marine Corps Judge Advocate, including a stint as a Special Assistant to the US Attorney's Office (S.D. Cal.), Bo joined the Federal Public Defender's Office (C.D. Cal.) where he defended clients in high-profile and politically sensitive prosecutions.

Recently, Bo secured a not guilty verdict in the first ICE protest case tried by federal prosecutors. In private practice, Bo now represents individuals and businessess in high-stakes litigation.

OCPA is a State Bar of California Approved MCLE provider and certifies that this event qualifies for MCLE CREDIT 1.0.

$10.00 for OCPA Members only.

$20.00 for Non-Members.

$5.00 for OCPA Students only

Per OCPA Policy, please pay via Paypal, Debit or Credit Card on the website. Check or cash payments are not accepted.

*Cancellation Policy* - If you need to cancel your registration, please e-mail vptechnology@ocparalegal.org at least 48 hours prior to the event in order to receive credit for a future meeting. No refunds will be issued.

OCPA Newport Harbor MCLE Cruise (19 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

COST: $95 members and $110 non-members (through June 30th)

(Signature 3-course Buffet, 1-hour Ethics MCLE, Networking & Cash Bar)

Late registration starts July 1st:

$160 member

$180 non-members

ORANGE COUNTY PARALEGAL ASSOCIATION

MCLE ETHICS

NEWPORT HARBOR CRUISE

Come experience Newport Beach from a whole new perspective. We will set aboard the Endless Dreams vessel for a three-hour voyage. The yacht is eloquently anointed with rare exotic woods, granite, marble, "Ultra" glass murals, and large main salon with a baby grand piano. Guest will also enjoy outdoor viewing areas from the large bow, aft deck, or by strolling the "walk-around" decks.

2026 Cruise Flyer-v2.pdf

OCPA is a State Bar of California Approved MCLE provider and certifies that this event qualifies for 1.0 of ETHICS MCLE CREDIT.

DATE: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

PLAN TO ARRIVE AT 4:30 pm

Late arrivals will not be permitted to board

AND

No refunds or credits will be issued

CRUISE TIME: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Late registration starts July 1st:

$160 member

$180 non-members

LATE REGISTRATION ENDS ON "JULY 31ST"

LOCATION: 2431 West Coast Highway

Newport Beach, CA 92663

The event is sponsored by:

NATIONWIDE LEGAL, ARRAY, STENO COURT REPORTING AND ASAP LEGAL

NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS WILL BE ISSUED UNLESS THE CRUISE IS CANCELLED BY OCPA OR HORNBLOWER

Questions: Contact Kai Williamson (kai@ocparalegal.org)

DIAMOND SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSORS

September OCPA Board Meeting (02 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The Board will discuss OCPA's business, goals and plans.

Documents for the Board to review before the meeting will be posted in the Board of Directors Meeting Room.

All attendees are required to RSVP via this event posting.

Questions? Please contact Lorena Hughes (lorenahughes.ocpa@gmail.com)

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION: 40th Annual Educational Conference (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

ORANGE COUNTY PARALEGAL ASSOCIATION 40th ANNUAL EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE

THEME: Ruby Jubilee Honoring 40 Years of Conference Excellence

8:30am- 10:00am Morning Keynote- 1.5 hours (Ethics MCLE)

11:45am- 1:15pm Lunchtime Keynote- 1.5 hours (Ethics MCLE)

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10:15-11:30 AM- Morning MCLE Breakout Sessions

Session 1: Corporate Law-

Session 2: Civil Litigation-

Session 3: AI and the Law-

Session 4: Contracts-

11:45AM-1:30 PM- (Lunch)

Lunchtime Keynote Address (Ethics MCLE)

Exhibitor Drawings

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1:45 PM-3:00PM- Afternoon MCLE Breakout Sessions

Session 1: Intellectual Property Law (Copyright)-

Session 2: e-Discovery presented by Christy McGowan

Session 3: Labor & Employment Law-

Session 4: Estate Planning Law-

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REGISTRATION FEES:

$170- OCPA Members

$100- Student Members

$195- Non-Members

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Per OCPA Policy, please pay via Zelle, or Debit/Credit Card on the website. Check or cash payments are not accepted.

*Cancellation Policy* - If you need to cancel your registration, please e-mail Conference Chairperson Penny Gutierrez at treasurer@ocparalegal.org and at at least 48 hours prior to the event in order to receive credit for a future meeting. No refunds will be issued.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION: 40th Annual Educational Conference (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Re: OCPA 40th Annual Educational Conference

Dear Legal Service Provider:

The Orange County Paralegal Association is proud to announce its 40th Annual Educational Conference, being held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel Costa Mesa located at 3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, California 92626.

The OCPA has been providing continuing legal education for attorneys, practicing paralegals and legal professionals, as well as networking opportunities for members and legal services providers for the past 49 years!

This is your opportunity to participate in this annual event. You will have the opportunity to interact directly with motivated professionals who share in the decision-making process for their employers. More than 200 of OCPA's members will attend this all-day Conference, along with other members of the legal community. We encourage you to take this opportunity to educate potential clients about your products and services at what has become a premier OCPA event.

The Exhibitor Sponsor fee will be $685.00. There will be a $600.00 Early-Bird registration period. The deadline for Early-Bird is July 8th.

The exhibitor fee will provide your company with a six-foot table in the main exhibition area, marketing in OCPA’s newsletter, The Compendium, marketing on Social Media platforms, and in the Conference Brochure. In addition, a complimentary continental breakfast and lunch for one.

As always, we anticipate a great turnout at this year’s Educational Conference. Exhibitor space goes quickly, so please make your commitment early. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you have question or need additional information, please feel free to contact Kai Williamson via email at kwilliamson.ocpa@gmail.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

OCPA 40th Annual Educational

OCPA Corporate Sponsor

October OCPA Board Meeting (07 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The Board will discuss OCPA's business, goals and plans.

Documents for the Board to review before the meeting will be posted in the Board of Directors Meeting Room.

All attendees are required to RSVP via this event posting.

Questions? Please contact Lorena Hughes (lorenahughes.ocpa@gmail.com)