PRO BONO'S BEST--- California lawyers who have distinguished themselves with pro bono and public service work and diversity efforts were honored at the State Bar's recent Annual Meeting.

FEE STATEMENTS--- The annual State Bar fee statement will be mailed to active and inactive California lawyers on Nov. 15.

TIME TO SPEAK UP--- Proposals on seven matters related to the practice of law have comment deadlines during October.

FEELING UNFULFILLED AT WORK?--- A six-week course addressing career barriers and goals for attorneys will be held in Los Angeles beginning Oct. 16.

2008 PATHWAYS CONFERENCE --- Los Angeles is the venue for the June 5-7 Pathways to Justice Conference.