Past DRI Seminars

Join us in Chicago this March for a program that will bring you up to date on cutting-edge topics facing the insurance industry at DRI’s 2026 Insurance Coverage and Claims Institute. Hear from experts on subjects such as business interruption coverage, the impact of towers of coverage, navigating the bad faith minefield, and more. Expand your network while enjoying the Windy City with your DRI community.

Roundtables bring thought leaders together for frank discussion on key issues. Every voice matters. Every perspective adds value. Roundtables are for visionaries, problem-solvers, and people like you. DRI's Insurance Roundtable (IRT) is an event like no other. It brings together leaders in the insurance industry and defense bar in an exclusive setting to not only discuss the significant challenges facing the industry today, but to explore strategies for tackling them head-on. Register now to secure your spot and share your voice.

From The Center for Law and Public Policy's AI Task Force

This one-day CLE seminar focuses on the practical nuts and bolts of AI use in defense practice. Featuring interactive demonstrations from AI product vendors and real-use cases from DRI members, this seminar provides defense attorneys and insurance claims professionals with actionable strategies for selecting, using, and managing AI tools in daily litigation practice. Participants will learn specific techniques, AI prompts, workflows, platforms, and internal policy and guidance that they can apply immediately upon return to their practices. This program was designed and written with assistance from Claude by Anthropic Opus 4.5 Max and Google Gemini 3.0 Pro.

The 2026 DRI Product Liability Conference offers fresh insights into the rapidly evolving field of product liability law. Through interactive sessions, case studies, and technology-focused programming, participants will explore strategies for defending claims, addressing regulatory expectations, and responding to the use of AI in litigation. Attendees will also gain practical tools for improving communication across generations and strengthening trial strategies through innovation. Alongside the education, the conference provides rich opportunities to connect with manufacturers, experts, and peers to build lasting professional relationships.

DRI is proud to announce the 39^th annual Civil Rights and Governmental Tort Liability Seminar in Orlando, Florida. This seminar will provide you with invaluable information and tools to represent government entities from intake through appeal. This year’s faculty includes a renowned Supreme Court advocate, legal scholars, seasoned litigators, in-house government lawyers, and a qualified immunity expert, alongside law enforcement, employment, land use, and education experts from across the United States. Session topics will cover national trends and developments in the realm of civil rights and governmental tort liability litigation. Attendees will learn practical tips and strategies for addressing issues in the areas of qualified immunity, Monell claims, Amicus briefing, law enforcement defense, education, employment, land use, and more. The 2026 program also offers the opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and develop winning strategies with experienced litigators, insurance professionals, government lawyers, and other experts in the field.

Join us in Orlando–the city where dreams come true–for a transformative seminar designed to help women in the legal field build the skills needed to achieve both professional and personal success! When women in law unite, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish! This event brings together an inspiring lineup of psychologists, top trial litigators, businesswomen, and in-house counsel, all sharing their expertise and insights. From leadership strategies to self-care techniques, you’ll walk away with practical tools to reignite your passion and grow stronger, healthier, and more empowered in your career. Together, we will experience the magic of Women in the Law. Let’s build, grow, and lead in a profession that is stronger when we rise together!