Henry Yu is a regional marketing manager for the law firm of Bryan Cave, working in the Santa Monica and Irvine offices. His duties include strategic planning, developing accounts, handling media relations and organizing events that allow lawyers and potential clients to network. Born in Korea, he grew up in

AAJA-L.A. is offering stipends of $400-$500 to help defray the costs of travel, lodging and registration to this year’s Unity convention in Chicago. All current 2008 AAJA-L.A. members are eligible to apply. Priority will be given to members with demonstrated financial need. Beginning journalists, students and members who are in

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