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Non-Member Pricing |
| Regular Registration* |
$1,095 |
$1,395 |
| Group Registration (Non-Sponsored)** |
$695/person |
$695/person |
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Agenda with Speakers
*Schedule and Speakers subject to change
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Monday, March 13, 2023
| Time (Eastern) |
Program |
Room |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Registration Opens |
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| 2:00 p.m. |
Panel Counsel Meeting
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| 6:00 p.m. |
Networking/Cocktail Hour
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| 7:30 p.m. |
Dine-Arounds
Join colleagues and friends at selected restaurants for dinner (on your own).
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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
| Time (Eastern) |
Program |
Room |
| 7:30 a.m. |
Registration and Coffee Service |
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| 8:00 a.m. |
Welcome and Introduction
E. Todd Presnell, Bradley, Nashville, TN
Thomas J. Hurney, Jr., Jackson Kelly PLLC, Charleston, WV |
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| 8:15 a.m. |
Investigating Sexual Tort Claims
Claims of sexual abuse often involve parallel criminal and civil investigations. Clients need to promptly involve outside counsel in order to identify credible allegations, protect privileged information, and effectively communicate with victims, staff, and law enforcement in order to limit any civil exposure. This presentation will address best practices with a particular focus on investigations in the context of hospitals, psychiatric facilities, churches, and educational institutions.
Moderator
Ellen E. Herzog, Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell LLP, Denver, CO
John P. Delaney, Jr., Office of Investigations, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Andrew C. Efaw, Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell LLP, Denver, CO
Janice P. Gregerson, Venable, Washington, D.C. |
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| 9:15 a.m. |
Discovery Toolbox for the Defense Practitioner
Do you know all the tools you should have in your discovery toolbox for your next sexual misconduct case? This fast-paced presentation will cover everything you need to know from critical written discovery to subpoenaing documents to preparing and defending witness depositions. Join us to make sure you’re prepared for your next case.
Moderator
Brian H. Leinhauser, MacMain Leinhauser, West Chester, PA
Noell Sauer Huffmyer, Rodey Law, Albuquerque, NM
Kenneth P. Williams, Segal McCambridge, Detroit, MI |
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| 10:15 a.m. |
Break |
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| 10:30 a.m. |
Memory: Science & Pseudoscience
Dr. Deryn Strange is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and an expert on the malleability of memory. Her research focuses on: (1) the causes and consequences of distorted memories for traumatic events; (2) the techniques that elicit false personal or collective memories and whether those false memories can be corrected; and (3) the legal implications of memory distortion. Dr. Strange’s presentation will provide participants with a better understanding of the science of memory and how to identify and address unscientific but widely held theories about memory that plaintiffs often advance in sexual tort litigation.
Dr. Deryn Strange, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, New York, NY |
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| 11:30 a.m. |
Networking/Working Lunch |
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| 12:15 p.m. |
Understanding The Evaluation and Treatment of Abused-Children
Ms. Runyon has over 25 years of experience interviewing children alleged to be victims of sexual abuse and frequently testifies as an expert in criminal, abuse and neglect, and custody matters. She will provide an overview of forensic interviewing and discuss how children disclose abuse and the emotional aspects of sexual abuse. She will also discuss how these factors can impact the perception of the child’s statement and the outcome of a case. She will share her experience testifying in court before juries and provide insight on how lawyers can appropriately address these challenging claims.
Thomas J. Hurney, Jr., Jackson Kelly PLLC, Charleston, WV
Maureen Runyon, Children’s Advocacy Center, Charleston, WV |
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| 1:05 p.m. |
Statute of Limitations: Too Soon or Too Late, How Do We Calculate?
Statutes of limitation issues can manifest themselves in multiple contexts in cases alleging sexual torts. The jurisdictional landscape varies dramatically and remains ever changing, from window and revival statutes for both childhood and adult claims, to statutes encompassing discovery rules based on opinions of healthcare professionals, to states with strong and defense-friendly statutes. Apart from statutory nuances, whether a claim is barred can also hinge on critical facts gathered during discovery or alleged by the parties. Join an experienced practitioner for a discussion of what statutes of limitation issues can arise, when to strategically raise them, how to use the statute to shape the defense strategy and claim evaluation, and more. You will also receive, as part of your course materials for this presentation, a 50-state compendium on current status of statutes of limitations in sexual tort cases.
Michael A. Airdo, Airdo Werwas, Chicago, IL |
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| 2:00 p.m. |
Strategies for Evaluation of Damages, Mediation & Settlement
Claims of sexual misconduct require a multifaceted approach in evaluation, settlement discussions and mediation. There are often competing interests and frequently multiple parties involved on both sides of the case that can make the evaluation and mediation a more complicated process. This panel will discuss the tactics and strategies that have proven successful to effectively evaluate a claim and successfully bring that claim to resolution.
Moderator
Joanna M. Roberto, Gerber Ciano, New York, NY
Ronald Troyer, Brotherhood Mutual Ins. Co., Fort Wayne, IN
Wm. Clayton Crawford, Foland Wickens Roper Hofer & Crawford, Kansas City, MO
Irene J. Marusic, Hepler Broom, St. Louis, MO |
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| 3:00 p.m. |
Navigating Challenging Coverage Issues in a Sexual Tort Case
Sexual tort cases present an array of coverage issues that can be complex and confusing. They may have occurred long ago, and policies have been lost or misplaced; there may have been multiple occurrences over multiple policy periods; some policies may have sub-limits that apply in certain circumstances and policies differ widely on the exclusions for avoidance of sexual torts. Further, insurers are often faced with policy limit demands when there may be multiple competing claimants. This panel will identify and offer guidance as to how insurers can effectively address these and other typical issues.
Moderator
John C. Trimble, Lewis Wagner, Indianapolis, IN
Lee S. Siegel, Hurwitz & Fine, Buffalo, NY
Gena L. Sluga, Christian, Dichter & Sluga, Phoenix, AZ
Minal Unruh, Rodey Law Firm, Albuquerque, NM |
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| 4:00 p.m. |
Adjourn |
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Headquarters Hotel Information
A limited number of discounted hotel rooms have been made available at the Omni Severin Indianapolis, 40 W. Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN 46225. Take advantage of the group rate of $169.00 Single/Double in one of two ways:
The hotel block is limited and rooms and rates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You must make reservations by February 13, 2023, to be eligible for the hotel’s group rate. Requests for reservations made after February 13, 2023, are subject to room and rate availability.
CLE Information
Earn up to 6.75 hours of continuing legal education hours from this seminar.
Sexual Torts CLE by State
DRI's Sexual Torts Seminar is proudly sponsored by:
Thank you to our Official Supporter: TBD
If you would like to contact DRI about seminar sponsorship opportunities, including pricing, or to reserve a spot, please go to Advertising and Sponsorship.
On-Demand
NEW in 2023 – Four Additional On-Demand Programs Included With Every Seminar!
CLE Credit will be sought from every state requiring CLE hours in elimination of bias/diversity and inclusion, ethics, substance abuse/mental health, and law practice management. The CLE grid will provide updated information concerning hours that have been approved by each jurisdiction and for which credits. For states not requiring these special credits, general education credits will be sought. Access to these on-demand programs will expire 30 days after the seminar ends.
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Diversity/Elimination of Bias in the Profession
Invisible or Mixed-Visible Diversity – Combatting Bias
Often diversity programs and initiatives are focused on visible traits such as gender or race, but bias exists related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and some disabilities that are not readily visible to the eye. This panel will discuss how to address these biases and to create an environment where those with invisible or mixed-visible diversity can operate at the highest level.
Stacy Douglas, Everett Dorey LLP, Irvine, CA
Gary Howard, Bradley, Birmingham, AL
Ronna Kinsella, Glassman Wyatt Tuttle & Cox PC, Memphis, TN
Law Practice Management Credit
Succession Planning: Failing to Plan Is a Plan to Fail
Succession planning is considered one of the most pressing issues facing not only law firms but also clients. Senior partners are working into their golden years and can sometimes be reluctant to engage in a succession plan, but clients want to know that there is a plan for the transition of their work without interruption. Join us to learn:
- the importance of succession planning for the benefit both the law firm and its clients;
- how succession planning impacts retention and continuity of the firm and client relationships;
- how to approach the subject with senior attorneys; and
- strategies for implementing a successful succession plan.
Marie E. Chafe, Conn Kavanaugh, Boston, MA
Matthew Cairns, Textron Inc., Providence, RI
Elizabeth M. Brotten, Foley & Mansfield PLLP, Minneapolis, MN
Meade Hartfield, Bradley Arant, Birmingham, AL
Ethics
Technology, Ethics & Remote Work: What You Need to Know Now
The Rules of Professional Conduct regarding competence and diligence require all lawyers to keep abreast of changes in technology. This webinar will provide you with tips and information on new issues related to technology and the practice of law, including the challenges of the remote work environment. You will learn the ethics and professionalism considerations when using technology in your practice and your ethical duties when it comes to “keeping abreast of changes” in technology.
Amber Garcia, Deutsch Kerrigan LLP, New Orleans, LA
Alyssa Johnson, Barron & Newberger PC, Milwaukee, WI
Clare Roubion, Louisiana Legal Ethics, LLC, Lafayette, LA
Mental Health & Attorney Wellness
Lessons for Lawyers from the Science of Well-Being
This presentation will focus on the practical steps that we can take as individuals to improve well-being, drawing on recent research from cognitive science and beginning with the preface that happiness can be learned and applied. Specifically, we will provide an evidence-based arsenal of practical tools that lawyers can apply in their own lives to improve their well-being.
Emma Ross, Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum, Chicago, IL
Shayna Cook, Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum, Chicago, IL