Business Law Section


The Business Law Section serves attorneys practicing in corporate, securities, finance, and transactional law. By providing education, resources, and networking opportunities, the Section supports practitioners at every stage of their career—from transactional attorneys seeking technical updates to corporate counsel managing today’s most complex challenges.

Members of the Business Law Section are committed to advancing the professional abilities of business lawyers in Los Angeles County and beyond. Through publications, CLE programs, policy engagement, and community recognition, the Section helps members remain informed, connected, and effective in their practices.


What We Offer

  • Resources and Expertise
    Access substantive materials on business, corporate, and securities law, along with peer support and practical insights through the Section’s active listserves.
  • Publications
    The Business Law Newsletter delivers topical articles, program updates, and practice-area insights written by and for Section members.
  • Continuing Legal Education
    Reduced-price CLE seminars and webinars focused on practical issues in business law, including an annual Securities Regulation Seminar.
  • Corporate Counsel Roundtables
    Exclusive programs designed for senior corporate counsel to discuss pressing issues such as cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and corporate governance.
  • Signature Events
    • Outstanding Corporate Counsel Award – An annual social and professional highlight honoring a leader in the corporate legal community.
    • The Institute for Corporate Counsel  – Co-sponsored with USC Law School, serving more than 500 lawyers annually in a nationally recognized legal education forum.
    • Marvin Greene Distinguished Service Award – Recognizing a member who exemplifies leadership and service in the business law community.
  • Learning and Access
    Members can access recordings of prior seminars for CLE credit, making education flexible and convenient.
  • Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring
    The Section tracks and comments on key developments from the SEC, California Department of Corporations, and other regulatory agencies—keeping members informed on issues that affect their clients and practices.
  • Partner Discounts
    Members enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits from vendors offering tools and services that support business law practice.

Why You Should Join

  • Build expertise in corporate, securities, and transactional practice.
  • Access exclusive CLEs, roundtables, and nationally recognized programs.
  • Expand your professional network with corporate counsel, regulators, and fellow practitioners.
  • Gain recognition opportunities through Section awards and publications.

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Section Leadership

Chair

Mark Hiraide
Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP

 

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