As 2025 comes to a close, it’s essential for HR professionals and people leaders to stay ahead of California’s fast-changing employment laws. Join Inland Empire SHRM for our Annual End-of-Year Celebration & Legal Update—a can’t-miss event designed to equip you with the insights and strategies needed to stay compliant and confident heading into 2026.

This year’s featured speaker is Lizbeth “Liz” Ochoa, Partner at Fisher Phillips’ Irvine office. With over two decades of experience representing employers, Liz has successfully litigated employment matters in state and federal courts, arbitration forums, and before agencies such as the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), the California Civil Rights Department (formerly DFEH), and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Liz will break down the latest legislative updates and emerging compliance trends that impact California workplaces—helping you proactively prepare for what’s ahead.

Schedule of Events

🕣 5:15 PM – 5:30 PM | Registration
🗣️ 5:30 PM – 5:45 PM | Welcome Remarks
🎓 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM | 2026 Employment Law Update with Lizbeth “Liz” Ochoa
🤝 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM | Networking & End-of-Year Celebration

What You’ll Learn

• Key federal and state employment law updates taking effect in 2026

• Emerging legal trends shaping workplace policies and compliance strategies

• Best practices for mitigating risk and maintaining compliance

• Interactive Q&A with a leading employment law expert

Who Should Attend

HR professionals, business owners, executives, people leaders, managers, and anyone responsible for workplace compliance, employee relations, or organizational strategy.