Join DRI President-Elect Jill Cranston Rice for a timely conversation with former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr, whose distinguished career spans the highest levels of government, private practice, and corporate America. Drawing on his vast experience navigating some of the nation’s most consequential legal and policy issues, Barr will offer a unique perspective on the rule of law—its meaning, its importance, and the challenges it faces in a changing America. The discussion will also explore the civil justice system, the case for civil justice reform, and the vital role lawyers play in upholding the integrity of our legal institutions and ensuring a fair and balanced system of justice.
Thank you for joining Us!
Share your experiences using #DRI2026AM! We’re glad you joined DRI to connect with the most influential civil defense attorneys and in-house counsel from across the country, expanded your knowledge base with cutting-edge education, engaged with our passionate legal community, celebrated past achievements and future goals with friends, and explored Washington, D.C.
Law, Leadership, & Politics: A Conversation with Former Attorney General Bill Barr
Monumental Experience. Meaningful Connections.
The DRI Annual Meeting unites leading civil defense attorneys, in-house counsel, claims professionals, and industry leaders to address the issues shaping our profession. This October, join us in our nation's capital for a monumental experience designed to foster meaningful connections, provide practical insights on emerging trends and challenges, and strengthen relationships across the defense bar. Explore, engage, and elevate your practice at DRI's Annual Meeting.
Why is DRI's Annual Meeting so Important?
Watch the video below to see why this year’s Annual Meeting is a must-attend event. Discover the value, insights, and connections waiting for you.
Your Headquarters for a Monumental Time
The 2026 DRI Annual Meeting will take place at the stunning Grand Hyatt Washington, D.C., located just moments from iconic monuments, museums, dining, shopping, and the city's most celebrated attractions. DRI attendees will enjoy exclusive hotel rates and easy access to everything happening across the capital during this historic anniversary year.
Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary in the Nation’s Capital
Don’t just come for the meeting. Immerse yourself in the full Washington, D.C. experience by touring iconic monuments, discovering world-renowned museums, exploring vibrant neighborhoods, and enjoying exceptional dining throughout the nation’s capital. As the country continues to celebrate its semiquincentennial, our nation's capital will pulse with unmatched energy, landmark events, and milestones that place you at the center of one of the most monumental chapters in history.
What is Everyone Saying About DRI's Annual Meeting?
"To me, the way that [Annual Meeting] is structured, every day there’s something I’m really excited about and interested in."
Ashley Brathwaite
Ellis & Winters LLP
"If you're interested, there are a lot of opportunities in DRI for professional development that you might not have thought of that you get exposed to when you go to the annual meeting."
Elizabeth Doolin
Chittenden Murday & Novotny
"[Annual Meeting] is an opportunity to engage, meet, and reconnect with people who formed for me, not just professional connections, but really true meaningful friendships."
Jill Rice
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
"I think the biggest thing it's helped me do is it's provided me a touch point for relationships as a whole, which have led to referrals for incredible cases across the country. And I think it's because of those moments that annual meeting has given me a true networking world of people in every city, in every state. It's given me a new pipeline, not just for friendship, but also business as well."
Stephanie Holcombe
Porter Hedges LLP
Eleanor the Eagle Wants to Remind You
The Annual Meeting has wrapped up! Thank you so much for joining us. I hope to see you at future seminars and at our next Annual Meeting in Las Vegas! See my journey to D.C!
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