2025 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar Conference

Best Best & Krieger LLP (BBK) is proud to participate as a sponsor of the League of California Cities 2025 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar taking place November 12-14 at The Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. This annual conference brings together city clerks, election officials, and municipal professionals from across California to discuss the latest developments in election law, transparency, and governance. As a trusted advisor to public agencies throughout the state, BBK is honored to support and contribute to this important event through thought leadership presentations.

Elections Law Partner Matthew Richardson and Director of Election Services Stephanie Smith will address the complexities of how to meet and maintain California’s legal publication requirements in the ever-changing and demanding digital age. They will provide insight on how to manage a balance of legal compliance, public engagement, and innovation. Partner Christine Wood will host an engaging presentation essential for city clerks and legal practitioners seeking to uphold transparency while maintaining compliance with evolving legal standards and protecting sensitive information.

When not attending the engaging presentations addressing the various topics on new laws and elections, stop by BBK’s booth to learn more about the team and BBK’s services.

BBK Speakers 

Stephanie Smith and Matthew Richardson
“Read All About It (Or Not): Legal Publication Requirements in a Digital Age”
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025
3:30 – 5 pm

Christine Wood
“Navigating the Catch-All Exemption - Strategies for Balancing Transparency with the Public’s Interest”
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
3:30 – 5 pm