Please see below an important news release issued by the Sacramento Valley Chapter of ABOTA.

As you know, membership in ABOTA is by invitation only and reflects the highest standards of professionalism, skill, and integrity in our trial bar. This exclusivity is what makes our organization so respected, and it depends on each of us to help identify and nominate those who truly meet that standard. We encourage you to think carefully about colleagues who exemplify high personal character, maintain an honorable reputation, and demonstrate significant civil jury trial exp

On April 23, 2026, Sacramento Valley ABOTA held its Annual Judicial Reception at the Demas Family Home. Members, honored guests, and members of the judiciary gathered to celebrate Sacramento Valley ABOTA’s Judge of the Year, Justice Shama H. Mesiwala, along with Clerk of the Year, her Judicial Assistant, Jenna Swartzendruber. The atmosphere was both meaningful and celebratory, as colleagues and friends came together to recognize the dedication, excellence, and impact of those