On December 6, in the Mission Santa Clara, Santa Clara Law and the Santa Clara Bar Association hosted a swearing-in ceremony for the newest members of the California Bar.
In front of a beautiful holiday display of green trees with sparkling white lights, Dean Michael Kaufman greeted those assembled at what was his first swearing-in ceremony as Dean. “This truly is an occasion for reflection, for joy, and for gratitude,” said Dean Kaufman. “You have overcome tremendous challenges and shown great strength of character and perseverance.” Dean Kaufman invited those gathered to reflect on the circle of people who supported them and encouraged them on the way to this goal. “Our nation, my friends, needs you. Our world needs you….You have been called to build the future of justice, and we have an abiding faith that you all will answer that call in diverse and powerful ways.”
The Honorable Theodore C. Zayner, Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of Santa Clara County in California since 2009, swore those assembled into the California Bar; and the Honorable Edward J. Davila, District Judge for the Northern District of California, swore the group into federal court. Other speakers at the event included Susana Inda, President, Santa Clara County Bar Association; and Adam Juratovac, Chair, Barristers, Santa Clara County Bar Association.
Watch a recording of this event here.
