Wednesday, December 8, 2010

What Would You Do? The Daily Challenges HR Managers & Supervisors Encounter

Employment & Labor Law attorneys, Roy Schneider and Steven P. Lee will present a free lunch & lean seminar entitled from "What Would You Do? The Daily Challenges HR Managers and Supervisors Encounter" from 12:00 pm -1 p.m. Monday, December 20th at our Ventura office, 5425 Everglades Street.

Take this opportunity to participate in an interactive training seminar with real life examples. Bring you HR questions!

Critical Areas Discussed Include:

- Discrimination
- Disability Leave
- Sexual Harassment
- Terminations
- Compensation

The seminar is free and includes a deli buffet lunch, but seating is limited. For more information or reservations, contact Tawnee Pena at 644-7188 or tpena@mwgjs.com.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Mechanics' Lien Law Seminar

Attorney Michael S. Martin will present “What Every Home Improvement Contractor Needs to Know About Sealing the Deal & Getting Paid!” from 8:00-10 a.m. Wednesday, January 26th at the Oxnard Chamber of Commerce, 400 East Esplanade Drive, Suite 302.

Topics include:

- Mechanics' Lien Laws Effective January 1, 2011
- Mechanics' Liens, Stop Notice and Payments Bonds: What, When, How?
- Contract requirements for: Home Improvement Contracts & Service & Repair Agreements
- And more!

The session is free and includes a continental breakfast, but seating is limited. For more information or reservations, contact Tawnee Pena at 644-7188 or tpena@mwgjs.com.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Called to Action: What You Need to Know! A Free Seminar for Non-Profit Execuitves & Board Members

Non-profit organizations include churches, schools, charities, public clinics and hospitals, political organizations, legal aid societies, volunteer service organizations, professional associations, research institutes, museums, and some governmental agencies.

If you are employed by or serve on a non-profit board, take this opportunity to learn about the responsibilities of board members to non-profit organizations.

People join non-profit organizations to support community or charitable causes but often times do not realize the legal requirements and responsibilities of serving on the non-profit’s board.

Topics include:
- Responsibilities of Non-Profits and Board Members
- Essential Policies & Key Traits for Board Members
- Corporate Governance & the New From 990
- Election Do's & Don'ts
- How to Avoid an IRS Audit
- Understanding the Concept of “Development” : the Board’s Role in Successful Fundraising
- Retention of Independent contractors & other Employment Concerns.

Date: November 2nd

Time: 8:30am - 10:00am

Location: Activities Center
20880 Centre Pointe Parkway
Santa Clarita, CA 91350

Cost: No Charge. Includes handouts & continental breakfast.

Speakers: Roy Schneider, Esq. & Julie A. Saltoun, Esq.

Register: Two easy ways to reserve your space:
Call Tawnee Pena at 800-711-2611 or email info@mwgjs.com

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Roy Schneider to Speak for SCORE Workshop, Sat. 9/11

Saturday, Sept. 11
08:30a-03:00p
Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce
40 W. Cochran St. #100, Simi Valley, CA. 93065

START, GROW, AND SUCCEED [$55]

If you are considering starting your own business, or just started one, attending this valuable workshop is a must. This comprehensive and easy to understand overview will provide you with the basic steps you need to take; how to research your idea, get the necessary permits, find funding, decide on an organizational structure, and the basics of a marketing, financial and business plan. Legal structure covered by a SCORE lawyer.

Cent of a Woman - Financial Workshops for Women

Steven P. Lee will be guest speaker on Thursday, September 9th for Cent of a Woman - Financial Workshops for Women from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Embassy Suites, 28508 Westinghouse Place, Valencia.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Danika Sanchez at 661-255-9555 Ext. 21.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

2010 Mid-Year Employment Law Update Seminar

Learn What Every Business Professional
Should Know About Employment Laws

Topics Include:

• Meal & Rest Breaks

• Independent Contractors

• Disability & Age Discrimination

• Employee Privacy

• Wage Statements

• Covenants Not to Compete

• Sexual Harassment

• Binding Arbitration

• Personal Liability of Corporate Officers

• Employment Law in the Age of Social Networking

• Terminating/Laying Off Employees (the Do’s & Don’ts)

• And more…


Date:
Tuesday, September 21st


Time:
Check-In: 8:15 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
Program: 8:30 a.m.— 10:00 a.m.


Location:
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Register:
Two easy ways to reserve your space:
Call Tawnee N. Pena (805) 644-7188 or
Email TPENA@MWGJS.COM


Cost:
No Charge. Includes continental breakfast
and handouts.

Presenters:
Roy Schneider, Esq.
Steven P. Lee, Esq.

Who Should Attend?
Business Owners, HR Managers, CPAs,
Office Managers, Officers & Directors

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Welcome to our Blog

Welcome to the MWGJS Blog. Founded in 1971, Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones & Schneider, L.L.P. has consistently provided quality legal services to Southern California, the Central Coast and Nevada. MWGJS is the third oldest Ventura law firm and its lawyers provide representation in many areas of law.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

2010 Annual Employment Law Update Seminar in Valencia, CA

Free 2010 Annual Employment Law Update Seminar - Thursday, March 18th in Valencia, CA from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM.


Learn What Every Business Owner Should Know About the New 2010 Employment Laws

Take this opportunity to learn the latest developments in the law and what you should be doing to comply with them!

Topics Include:

  • - Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Amendments
  • - Increase of State Withholding Tax
  • - Alternative Workweek Schedules
  • - New Form I-9
  • - Are Non-Solicitation Agreements Dead?
  • - Update on Exempt Rates for Computer Professionals and Licensed Physicians
  • - The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
  • - Complying with the Cobra Subsidy Extension
  • - Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (GINA)
  • - Latest on Discrimination, Retaliation and Harassment in the Workplace
  • -Potential Liability of Officers & Directors for Unpaid Wages
  • - Watch Out for Employees' Privacy Rights
  • - Learn the Essential Components to a Solid Employee Handbook
  • - Cases to Watch in 2010
  • - And more...

Where:

Valencia, CA
When:
Thursday, March 18, 2010
8:30am - 10:30 am

Cost:
No Charge. Includes handouts & continental breakfast.

Register:Two easy ways to reserve your space:

Call Tawnee Pena at 800-711-2611 or email Tpena@mwgjs.com

Thursday, March 4, 2010

2010 Annual Employment Law Update Seminar in Santa Maria, CA

Free 2010 Annual Employment Law Update Seminar - Thursday, March 4th at the Santa Maria Fairpark, Santa Maria, CA from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM.


Learn What Every Business Owner Should Know About the New 2010 Employment Laws

Take this opportunity to learn the latest developments in the law and what you should be doing to comply with them!

Topics Include:

  • - Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Amendments
  • - Increase of State Withholding Tax
  • - Alternative Workweek Schedules
  • - New Form I-9
  • - Are Non-Solicitation Agreements Dead?
  • - Update on Exempt Rates for Computer Professionals and Licensed Physicians
  • - The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
  • - Complying with the Cobra Subsidy Extension
  • - Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (GINA)
  • - Latest on Discrimination, Retaliation and Harassment in the Workplace
  • -Potential Liability of Officers & Directors for Unpaid Wages
  • - Watch Out for Employees' Privacy Rights
  • - Learn the Essential Components to a Solid Employee Handbook
  • - Cases to Watch in 2010
  • - And more...

Where:
Santa Maria Fairparks
937 S. Thornburg St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
When:
Thursday, March 4, 2010
8:30am - 10:30 am

Cost:
No Charge. Includes handouts & continental breakfast.

Register:Two easy ways to reserve your space:

Call Tawnee Pena at 800-711-2611 or email Tpena@mwgjs.com

Friday, January 1, 2010

Dennis Neil Jones named 2010 "Super Lawyer

Dennis Neil Jones has been named a 2010 "Southern California Super Lawyer" in the field of insurance coverage by Law & Politics

Mr. Jones has been named a "Southern California Super Lawyer" in the field of insurance coverage by Law & Politics. This honor is reserved for the top 5% of all attorneys and is based upon a multiple step evaluation process beginning with ballot mailings to 28,000 attorneys throughout Southern California. He has represented policyholders in insurance claims and litigation for nearly 25 years. This is the third time in the past four years that Mr. Jones has received this honor.