🔥 Fireside Chats: Connecting the Legal Community
Origins & History
During the early days of the pandemic in 2021, CALF members Qi Li, Keliang Zhu, and Ying Cao launched the "Fireside Chats" webinar series to foster discussions among Chinese American lawyers. This initiative provided a space to share experiences, insights, and professional journeys at a time when virtual connections were crucial.
Ongoing Engagement & Reach
The Fireside Chats series airs every 2-3 weeks on Zoom and is simultaneously streamed on Beida Fabao’s Bilibili, WeChat Channel, and Xiaoe platforms. To date, we have successfully:
🔹 Aired 75+ episodes
🔹 Featured around 100+ guests, including lawyers, in-house counsels, law school professors, and judges
🔹 Expanded discussions on pressing legal topics and career development
Building a Thriving Legal Network
Beyond webinars, CALF has evolved into a dynamic legal platform, offering:
🔹 Legal discussions on challenging and trending issues
🔹 Networking opportunities for lawyers, firms, and legal professionals
🔹 Law firm management & practice resources
🔹 Job postings for legal professionals
🔹 Surveys on lawyer practices
🔹 Specialized legal seminars