Upcoming Events
Diversity and Bias in the Race for office
Leadership Retreat Welcome Reception
Past Events
Duty to Disclose
Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Heritage Month Celebration
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Crash Course in Representing Victims of Domestic Violence
SABA Naturalization Drive
Annual Minority Mentoring Picnic
The Annual Minority Mentoring Picnic ("MMP") is a premier Florida wide annual event since 2004. The MMP has grown exponentially each year and is well attended by many judges, established lawyers and law students from every school in Florida. Every student, lawyer and judge who attends the MMP will have an opportunity to find a mentor or mentee in an fun and informal setting. This year's picnic is themed Passport to Success.
Don't forget to stop by the SABAFL booth! We look forward to seeing you.
When: February 3, 2018, Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: The world famous Zoo Miami, a beautiful location with ample parking and easy access from the Florida Turnpike. The Zoo will be fully available to guests before and after the picnic.
Ninth Annual Diversity Networking Social
When: February 10, 2018
Where: Chester H. Ferguson Law Center, located at 1610 North Tampa Street, Tampa, Florida 33602
Networking Knight Supporting the India Center at UCF
When: February 15, 2018, from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Holiday Inn 1724 Alafaya Trial Orlando, Florida
Cost: $10.00
South Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee Annual Diversity & Inclusion Reception
When: March 1, 2018
Where: Woodfield Country Club, 3650 Club Place, Boca Raton, Florida 33496
6th Annual Central Florida Diversity and Inclusion Picnic
When: January 27, 2018, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m
Where: Barry Law School on 6441 E. Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32807
Free Admission and kids activities as well
Please come to the SABA Booth and say hello. If you would like to help man the booth, please contact Nisha Waranch at nwaranch@bankerlopez.com. Members of the judiciary, legal practitioners, law students, and paralegals are welcome to the Annual Central Florida Diversity & Inclusion Picnic to meet and network with your colleagues, members of the local voluntary bar associations, law firm representatives and other sponsors.
Third Annual Banquet
When: Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Ruby and Sapphire Room - Holiday Inn 1724 Alafaya Trail Orlando, Florida
RSVP: Please Click here for ticket
Law Student Mentoring Reception
When: Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: 100 S.E. Second Street | Suite 4200 Miami, Florida 33131-2113
RSVP: Please RSVP no later than October 17 to Bridgit Dooley, bdooley@carltonfields.com
Networking Event with Caribbean Bar Association
When: Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Novecento – 1414 Brickell Avenue, Miami
RSVP: Please RSVP to Rahul P. Ranadive by emailing RRanadive@carltonfields.com
No host bar, Lite bites provided.
SABA Florida Happy Hour
When: Friday, July 21, 2017 at 6:00 PM
Where: Aritisan's Table, 16 W. Pine St., Orlando, FL 32801
July 28 Lunch Event at Carlton Fields at Carlton Fields in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando
When: Friday, July 28, 2017 at 12pm
Where: Orlando, Tampa, and Miami Offices of Carlton Fields
What: We are very excited about the opportunity to meet many of you in person. This will be a great opportunity to network with local South Asian attorneys in your area as well as get to know those across the state of Florida. All offices will have a live video conference to the other offices so that everyone can join the same meeting. We've tried to make this as convenient and efficient for you all as possible so this meeting will not last longer than a typical lunch and, of course, LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.
This month, our guest speaker will be ASHWIN KRISHNAN, Senior Counsel for the Miami Marlins. Come listen to Mr. Krishnan discuss the pathways a law student can take to work in the sports and entertainment industry, and the various legal challenges he faces on a daily basis running the legal office of a professional sports team.
Ashwin Krishnan is Senior Counsel for the Miami Marlins. As the club's lead in-house counsel, Ashwin oversees the legal services provided to each of the team's departments, including Baseball Operations, Ballpark Operations, Corporate Partnerships, Ticket Sales, Broadcasting and Communications, Marketing, Special Events, Human Resources, and the Marlins Foundation. Additionally, he manages all litigation related to the Marlins and Marlins Park, and he was involved with the development of Marlins Park which opened in April 2012. Ashwin received his J.D. from Harvard Law School, his M.Phil. from the University of Cambridge, and his A.B. from Harvard University. Ashwin is a member of the Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association. He was born and raised in San Diego, California.
RSVP: Please RSVP by 3pm Monday, July 24th, with your name and the office location to Chantal Pillay at chantal.pillay@arlaw.com and be sure to copy Ms. Bridgit Dooley on the RSVP email as well at bdooley@carltonfields.com.
South Asian Bar Association (SABA) - North Florida Happy Hour
When: TBD for August, 2017
Where: Cantina Laredo - 10282 Bistro Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32246
What: Join the members of SABA for a Happy Hour at an upmarket chain restaurant featuring Mexican specialties & margaritas in stylish quarters. Located in St. Johns Town Center.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Sarah Gulati by emailing sarah@gulatilaw.com
South Asian Bar Association (SABA) Joint Voluntary Bar Networking Event in Brickell
When: August 3, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Novecento in Brickell, 1414 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida 33131
What: Join the members of SABA and other Bar Associations at this amazing networking event in Brickell
RSVP: Please RSVP to Chantal Pillay by emailing chantal.pillay@arlaw.com
South Asian Bar Association (SABA) Joint Student Welcome Reception co-hosted by SABA Florida, APABA, and FMBA.
When: TBD in the month of September
Where: TBD
What: Join the members of SABA, APABA, and FMBA for a Joint Student Welcome Reception!
SABA In-Person Quarterly Meeting (3rd Quarterly Meeting) at Carlton Fields in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando
When: October 27, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Orlando, Tampa, and Miami Offices of Carlton Fields
What: Join the members of SABA for our 2nd Quarterly In-Person Meeting. Catch up with fellow members and meet our Board of Directors via Skype! Food and Refreshments will be provided
RSVP: Please RSVP to Chantal Pillay by emailing chantal.pillay@arlaw.com
South Asian Bar Association (SABA) - End of the Year Gala / Ball
When: TBD in the month of November.
Where: Orlando, Florida
South Asian Bar Association (SABA) - Central Florida Networking Dinner
When: June 29, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Brio Tuscan Grille in Winter Park, 480 N. Orange Avenue, Winter Park, Florida 32789
What: Join SABA at our SABA Florida Dinner, which will be a networking event which connects law students with attorneys, judges and members of local legal organizations in a casual, friendly and low-pressure environment.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Minisha Patel by emailing mpatel@colombohurd.com
SABA Mid-Year Meeting 6/24 @ 9:00am in Boca Raton
Please mark your calendars for the upcoming SABA Florida Mid-Year Meeting, which will be held in conjunction with the Florida Bar Annual Convention, on Saturday, June 24th from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m, at the Boca Resort and Spa, Estate Room 2, 501 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432. There will be a free CLE presentation, "Transform Your Contacts into Clients," designed to help lawyers transform their contacts into clients even if they have no prior business, marketing, or sales experience. We will also be providing an assortment of breakfast pastries along with light refreshments. Please see flyer attached and below for more details.
To RSVP, email Chantal Pillay at chantal.pillay@arlaw.com by June 22nd.
We don't have many opportunities to meet each other in-person so we truly hope you can make it!
Ramadan Program
When: Thursday, June 1, 2017 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Islamic Society of Central Florida, 2nd Floor 1021 N. Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, Fl 32807
Wanna get away from the job? Thinking about hanging your own shingle?
SABA and Florida Muslim Bar Association members participated in a joint panel event in downtown Ft. Lauderdale: “Wanna Get Away . . . From Your Job? Thinking About Hanging Your Shingle?" on March 28, 2017.
When: March 28, 2017 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
IACC India Day 2017 Kick Off
When: Friday, February 24 2017 at 6:30 PM
Where: Kokino Tapas & Cocktails, 7705 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819
IACC India Day 2017 Kick Off
When: Friday, February 24 2017 at 6:30 PM
Where: Kokino Tapas & Cocktails, 7705 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819
Evening of Networking and Business Card Exchange
When: Thursday, February 23, 2017 6 – 8 pm
Where: Tamarina Restaurant, 600 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL 33131
Save the date for SABA Florida's 2nd Annual Banquet on 12/3 at 6:30pm
Please click here to purchase your tickets! Dec 3rd
Save the date for 2016 Joint Voluntary Bar Holiday Party - 12/15 at 6pm
Please RSVP to: ystrader@carltonfields.com Dec 15th
Save the date for SABA Florida and UM SALSA Mixer on 11/10 at 6pm
Please RSVP to: rranadive@carltonfields.com Nov 10th
Kosher Dinner - Joint Event with the B'nai B'rith Justice Unit
When: September 1, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Udipi Cafe located at 2100 N. University Drive, Sunrise, FL 33322
SABA/APABA/PABA Student Reception
Featuring Florida Supreme Court Justice Raoul Cantero
When: September 7, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Greenberg Traurig, 333 SE 2nd Avenue, Suite 4400, Miami, FL 33131
Lunch-time Program at Nova Law School on Diversity and Mentorship
When: September 27, 2016
Where: Nova Southeastern University Shepard College of Law
SABA 2nd Annual Banquet
When: November 5, 2016
Where: Ft. Lauderdale
Save the date for SABA Florida Mid Year Meeting
Please RSVP to Debbie Satyal at dsatyal@bakerdonelson.com June 15th
SABA Florida's 2nd Annual Picnic on March 5, 2016 at Oleta River Park in Miami
Save the date for these activities with SABA South Florida!
Contact Rahul Ranadive for more information: rranadive@gtecllp.com
Networking Lunch with the South Asian Bar Association
We hope to see you at the Networking Lunch Event at Kebab Indian Restaurant in North Miami Beach on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at noon.
Please RSVP by February 9, 2015 to Debbie Satyal at dsatyal@bakerdonelson.com
Fourth Annual Greater Orlando Diversity Mentoring Picnic
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SABA Florida Diversity Leadership Forum & Annual Meeting
Dear SABA friends:
Please use the below flyer to disseminate to appropriate listservs, etc. especially if you are in South Florida.
Please note that the link to purchase tickets to the banquet is imbedded in the flyer, but in case you need it, the link is: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/saba-florida-first-annual-banquet-tickets-18444377630 Friendly Reminder for nominations for positions, and please purchase your tickets in advance. See you soon!
Click here to purchase tickets for the banquet
Salazar Jackson Attorneys at Law
Royal India past and present
June Networking Happy Hour
SABA Spring Networking Happy Hour!
Business Lawyers in the Courtroom
Trial Skills for Minority Business Lawyers
Thursday & Friday, April 16 & 17, 2015
Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, 11th Floor
175 NW First Avenue, Miami, Florida-33128
Please see this flyer for more information.
SOUTH ASIAN BAR ASSOCIATION BRUNCH!
Sunday, March 28Th
11 AM to 4 PM
ARTISAN'S TABLE, ORLANDO, FL 32801
SABA Family Picnic
Sunday, March 8Th
Oleta River Park
11 AM to 4 PM
3400 NE 163rd St, NOrth Miami, FL 33181Angelfish Pavilion
- $10 Members
- $15 Future Members
- $20 Family Members
- $25 Family Future Members
- Food and Drinks
- RSVP to Rahul rranadive@gtecllp.com
- Park entrance fee per car: $6
SABA Florida's First Quarter 2015 Calendar of Events: Save the dates!
- January 22, 2015 – 6:30pm - Orlando- Networking dinner at Saffron Restaurant
For details contact Sujata Patel, Orlando VP - February 10, 2015 -12:30pm- 1:30pm- Miami - Networking lunch at Bengal Restaurant
For details contact Rahul Ranadive, South Florida VP - February 13, 2015 -5:30pm- Orlando - Charity/Happy Hour at Kasa Restaurant and Bar
For details contact Sujata Patel, Orlando VP - February 19, 2015 – 6pm - Ft. Lauderdale- Happy Hour at Tilted Kilt with Voluntary Minority Bar Associations
For details contact Rahul Ranadive, South Florida VP - March 8, 2015- 11am- 4pm - Miami – Family Picnic at Oleta River State Park
For details contact Rahul Ranadive, South Florida VP - March 21, 2015- 10am- 12 noon - Tampa- Pro Bono South Asian Community Event/Seminar in conjunction with Community group
For details contact Suketa Shah, Tampa VP (date may change) - March 26, 2015- 5:30pm - Orlando-Happy Hour/Charity Event at One80 Grey Goose Lounge/Amway Center
For details contact Sujata Patel, Orlando VP (date may change to March 14, 2015) - SABA Convention- Orlando- June 11-14, 2015
- SABA Florida Mid-year meeting- Orlando- June 13, 2014
Special Event: Macy's Culinary Council Chef Ming Tsai
Impress your family and friends at your next holiday gathering with new recipes from our very own Macy's Culinary Council Chef Ming Tsai. Learn from the master chef as he shows how to prepare some of his favorite award-winning holiday dishes. The best part? There will be plenty of scrumptious samples to enjoy!
Afterwards, feel free to explore the latest in cookware and gadgets for your kitchen.
Plus with any purchase of $35* or more in the Home department, receive a $10
Macy's gift card**, and a copy of, "Simply Ming in Your Kitchen"*, which the chef will
sign directly after the demonstration.***
Seating is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.
Please RSVP to: https://mingtsaidadeland.eventbrite.com
Friday, December 12, 2014. 6:30 p.m.
Please see this flyer for more information.
Diversity Leadership Forum -- Nov 14th, Cooley Law School (Tampa)
Please join SABA Florida for our fourth Annual Diversity Leadership Forum and Annual Meeting at Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Riverview, Florida.
Hear accomplished and diverse judges, law professors and practitioners on discuss recent trends in Criminal Law, as well as discuss issues related to diversity in the practice of law in Florida.
Friday, November 14, 2014. 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Please see this flyer for more information.
Kozyak Minority Mentoring Picnicon November 1
Please join us for the 10th Annual Kozyak Foundation Minority Mentoring Picnic on Saturday, November 1 from noon to 4 p.m. The event is the largest annual legal event in South Florida with over 3,500 judges, attorneys, law students and guests attending. The purpose of the event is to match judicial and attorney mentors with minority law students. The picnic has amazing, free cuisine and is family-friendly with music, games, booths, and slides. The picnic is located at Amelia Earhart at 401 East 65 Street, Hialeah, FL 33013. For more information on the picnic, including directions and a park map, go to www.kmmfoundation.org.
Please see this flyer for more information.
Udipi Kosher Indian Experience- Joint Event with the B'nai B'rith Justice Unit
The B'nai B'rith Justice Unit and the South Asian Bar Association of Florida invite you to a Kosher Indian Experience at the Udipi Cafe on July 24, 2014 at 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., in Sunrise, Florida. Please RSVP by July 22nd at justiceunit.org.
Thursday, July 24, 2014. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The South Asian Bar Association of Florida invites you to An Evening with the Former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pakistan Honorable Justice Rana Bhagwandas
Justice Bhagwandas, a highly respected name in the Pakistani judiciary, was a senior judge and former acting Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pakistan (CJP). He remained the acting CJP during the 2007 kidocoa; crisis in Pakistan and became the first Hindu, and the second non-Muslim, to serve as chief justice of Pakistan's highest court.
Thursday, July 10, 2014. 6:30p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Fort Lauderdale
Please see this flyer for more information.
SABA Florida's 2014 Mid-year Meeting
Saturday, June 28, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. (Room Sun 3)
Please see this flyer for more information.
Join APABA and SABA President Navin Pasem to for a Panel on Asian Pacific Americans in the Legal Field in Gainesville
Asian-Americans are the fastest growing minority group in the legal field, and as of 2010, made up almost half of all minorities in the legal field. However, those numbers are heavily skewed by the geographic distribution of Asian populations in the United States, and many states still lack an Asian-American presence in the legal field.
Join APALSA as we engage in an interactive panel discussion with attorneys from the South Asian Bar Association, Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Tampa Bay, and Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 12:00-12:50 p.m.
Bailey Courtroom
Please see this flyer for more information.
Please join SABA at the South Palm Beach Bar Association's Diversity and Inclusion Committee's Inaugural Cocktail Reception and Networking Event
The Diversity & Inclusion Committee of the South Plam Beach County Bar Association Invites you to attend our
Inagural Cocktail Reception and Networking Event
April 24, 2014, 6:00-8:00 p.m
Woodfield Country Club 3650 Club Place
Boca Raton, FL 33496
Please see this flyer for more information.
You are Invited to Attend a Joint Event
Co-Sponsored by The Coral Gables Bar Association The South Asian Bar Association of Florida The University of Miami South Asian Law Student Association
FEBRUARY 2014 NETWORKING HAPPY HOUR
February 12, 2014, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
The Local
150 Giralda Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134
http://www.thelocal150.com/
Entry Includes one drink & hors d'ouevres
****PLEASE RSVP YOUR ATTENDANCE TO DEBBIE SATYAL AT DSATYAL@BSSFIRM.COM****
December 19, 2013 - The South Asian Bar Association of Florida Cordially invites you to a Holiday Happy Hour and Fundraiser
To Retain judge Raag Singhal As Circuit Criminal Judge in the 17th Circuit in and for Broward County, Florida.
Hosted by the South Asian Bar Association of Florida December19, 2013, 6:30pm - 9pm
At Solita on Las Olas
1032 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
Judge Singhal is the first South Asian Judge in Broward County and only one of 2 existing South Asian Judges in the State of Florida. Prior to taking the bench in 2011, Judge Singhal practiced criminal defense in Broward County. He is an honorary member of SABA Florida having participated in many local events and panels for the association.
Campaign Contributions Can Be Made to "Judge Singhal Campaign Account."
For more information, please email Debbie.satyal@gmail.com or call 561-707-9766
November 8, 2013 - Third Annual Diversity Leadership Forum and Annual Meeting
Please join SABA Florida and the International Law Students Association at FIU's School of Law for our Third Annual Diversity Leadership Forum and Annual Meeting.
This event will be held on Friday November 8, 2013, at the Florida International University School of Law, 11200 S.W. 8th Street, RDB 2015, University Park, FL 33199.
The Diversity Leadership Forum is FREE for paid SABA Members and for law students. Lunch will be served and attendees will receive CLE credit. Our Annual Meeting and Officer Elections will be held shortly after the Forum. All are encouraged to attend.
Please see this flyer for more information and to register in advance for the event.
September 7, 2013 - Navin Pasem, received the Young Businessperson of the Year Award
SABA's President Elect, Navin Pasem, received the Young Businessperson of the Year Award on Saturday September 7, 2013 at the Tampa Indo US Chamber of Commerce's Annual Gala event, The Banyan Ball. The Chamber recognizes the professional achievements of its members (and nonmembers) based on very competitive criteria for the select few awards that are handed out. Navin received the award beating out some of Tampa's fastest rising stars for candidates ages 35 and younger. Also, especially worth noting is that this was the very first time an attorney or a law firm was recognized for the award. Past awards have focused heavily on conventional businesses and healthcare institutions. Job well done, Navin!
September 5, 2013 - JACKSONVILLE CLE
On September 5, 2013, the South Asian Bar Association of Florida Jacksonville division held a CLE approved panel at Florida Coastal School of Law titled "Hanging Up Your Shingle". The panelists consisted of SABA's Director Meenakshi Hirani, Esq., our North Florida officer Sarah Gulati, Esq., and another member Ashwin Sharma, Esq. The panel was a great opportunity for law students to get the first hand insight on where to start, when thinking of opening a practice after law school. The panel was interactive and students have requested they come back for more panels. Thanks to Florida Coastal School of Law for hosting SABA and Priyanka Ghosh-Murthy, Esq., for co-hosting. To meet and greet with other members of the South Asian Bar in Florida, as well as to help develop the agenda for the North Florida Division of SABA, future events and programming please contact Sarah Gulati, Esq., at: sarah@gulatilaw.com.
July 11, 2013 - B'nai B'rith event
The B'nai B'rith Justice Unit and the South Asian Bar Association of Florida invite you to a Kosher Indian Experience at the Udipe Cafe on July 11, 2013 at 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., in Sunrise, Florida.
For more information regarding this event, please see our event flyer.
June 29, 2013 at 9 a.m - Boca Raton
On Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 9 a.m., the South Asian Bar Association of Florida will be holding its Mid-Year Meeting at the Florida Bar Convention at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, Florida. The Mid-Year Meeting is an opportunity to meet and greet with other members of the South Asian Bar in Florida, as well as to help develop the agenda for SABA Florida's future events and programming. Additionally, we will host a networking happy hour and social event at the Yard House in Boca Raton on Saturday evening (Time: TBA) . There is no cost to attend this event, and Florida Bar Convention registration is not required. To RSVP, please e-mail rbagga@boydlawgroup.com.
Yard House Boca Raton: http://www.yardhouse.com/FL/boca-raton-restaurant/
June 20 - June 23, 2013 - California
SABA Florida is proud to send past, present and future SABA Florida Presidents to San Francisco, California for the 10th annual North American South Asian Bar Association ("NASABA") convention from June 20 - June 23, 2013. Attending the conference on behalf of SABA Florida: SABA Florida Founder and Past President, Rahul Ranadive; Past President, Sumeet Chugani; Current President, Rishi Bagga; and President-Elect, Navin Pasem.
NASABA's annual convention is the place to meet, learn and network with other attorneys with an interest on issues facing South Asians in the legal profession around the world. This year's convention promises to deliver a stellar line up of legal stars and decision makers, including opening remarks by California Attorney General Kamala Harris, panel discussions with General Counsels from Oracle, Wipro and Sempra Energy and a keynote speech from Preet Bharara, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Sri Srinivasan, who will be introduced as a U.S. Court of Appeals Judge for the D.C. Circuit on June 14, will be receiving the NASABA Pioneer Award at the convention.
For more information about the convention or for assistance with registration email Rishi Bagga at rbagga@boydlawgroup.com
June 6, 2013 - Orlando
The Orlando Chapter is hosting a Spring Mixer/Happy Hour on June 6, 2013, at OLV Cafe from 5:15 pm to 7:00 pm. The contact information for this venue is:
OLV Cafe at SODO
25 W Crystal Lake St.
Orlando, FL 32806
Phone: 407-722-5060
June 6, 2013 - Tampa
The Tampa Chapter is hosting a happy hour for new members at 6pm on June 6, 2013 at The Pub at International Plaza. The contact information for this venue is:
The Pub at International Plaza
2223 N. Westshore Blvd.
Tampa, Florida 33607
For more information regarding this event, please see our event flyer.
SABA Florida members at the 2015 NASABA Convention Gala in Orlando on June 13, 2015
