Women’s Caucus
Women’s Caucus Report By Ji-In Houck It’s been an impactful couple of months for the Women’s Caucus in the courtroom, on the campaign trail, and in the caucus. A Caucus member walked into a trial on a moment’s notice and won for their survivor client rather than making her wait for justice. Another member was elected to lead as CAOC’s next Parliamentarian, in a race with a record turnout. And we are just weeks away from taking the stage together for our fifth annual Trial Skills Seminar.
Nobody Wants to Ask (But Should) – A Candid Conversation with Women Who’ve Been There , moderated by Secretary Catalina Rodas, will provide a unique opportunity to engage in an intimate conversation with past president Micha Star Liberty, past president Kathryn Stebner, and Lourdes DeArmas. I encourage you to submit your questions for our esteemed panelists anonymously here. Register early - this seminar sells out each year.
The Fifth Annual Women’s Trial Skills Seminar
Nominate a Woman Consumer Advocate
On November 12, 2026, we kick off Convention with our fifth annual Women’s Trial Skills Seminar. Attendees will enjoy lunch, real and meaningful connections (not just “networking”), and three panels built around some of the most accomplished trial lawyers in the state. Trial by Fire: A Live Trial Demonstration , moderated by member Sarah Havens, showcases the trial skills of Teresa Johnson, Allyson Ostrowski, Amy Martel, and Tanya Gomerman. Beyond the Verdict: The Business Skills They Didn’t Teach You in Law School , moderated by Education Chair Kim Levy, features Bibi Fell, Casey Hultin, and Past Chair Sarah London. Behind Closed Doors: The Questions
The Women’s Caucus is currently accepting nominations for the CAOC Woman Consumer Advocate Award. This award recognizes a trailblazing Women’s Caucus member who has made significant contributions to the profession by: pioneering leadership roles for women plaintiffs' lawyers; inspiring, supporting, and mentoring other women lawyers; obtaining excellent results for consumers and injured victims; helping elect pro-civil justice candidates; or working to either establish new law or protect favorable law for consumers or injured victims.
Nominate yourself or another woman attorney you admire here before the form closes October 4, 2026.
Ji-In Houck is co-founder of The Houck Firm. A fierce litigator and trial attorney, she focuses on employment litigation. Ji-In is the 2026 CAOC Women’s Caucus Chair. jiin@houckfirm.com
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Consumer Attorneys of California
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