California Applicants' Attorneys Association 2025 Summer Convention

Convention Overview

The Summer Convention is approved for 14 hours of MCLE, including 1.5 hours in Technology, 12.5 hours of Legal Specialization, and 1.5 hours of DWC QME credit (pending).

Attendees can register for printed or electronic course materials, with badge pickup starting at the Costa Del Sol ballroom on Thursday

Panel Spotlight: Protecting Your Firm From Malware Attacks

Date: Sunday, June 22
Time: 10:30 am

Session: Protecting Your Firm From Malware Attacks
In an era of escalating cyber threats, this session addresses essential measures plaintiff firms must adopt to safeguard client data and preserve operational integrity.

Panelist Spotlight: Benjamin Helfman

Benjamin Helfman is a board‑certified workers’ compensation specialist with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as President of the Shasta Chapter of CAAA. As managing partner at Leep, Tescher, Helfman & Zanze, he is deeply immersed in both legal advocacy and firm management.

In this session, Mr. Helfman will join fellow experts to discuss:

• Common malware attack vectors targeting legal practices
• Prevention strategies: software, network security, and best practices
• Incident response planning: detection, containment, and recovery
• Ensuring compliance with ethical duties related to client confidentiality and data security

Attendees will gain actionable insights to strengthen their firm’s cybersecurity posture and protect both sensitive information and client-trust.

The full schedule of the event, which runs from June 19th - 22nd, can be found here. 

Event Details & Logistics

• Venue: Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA
  
• Materials: Attendees may choose printed or digital course materials—printed copies are available only if requested before May 23
  
• Registration & Deadlines: Registrations include badge pickup and are capped after May 23; late registrants may not receive printed materials.
  
• MCLE Processing: Badge swipes will record attendance for accreditation at each session.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 CAAA Summer Convention is a comprehensive professional development opportunity, blending legal knowledge, firm management advice, and ethical foresight. On Sunday at 10:30 am, don’t miss Benjamin Helfman's cybersecurity panel, offering indispensable guidance for any firm committed to safeguarding client and case information.Secure your registration today, access MCLE credit, and prepare to elevate your firm’s legal expertise and operational resilience at La Costa this June.