Federal Bar Association

Webinar: Criminal Sentencing: How to Tell your Client’s Story
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
This one-hour CLE Webinar CLE is aimed at newer prosecutors and defense attorneys who practice at least periodically in the federal courts across the United States. Two renowned criminal attorneys will walk you through each of their perspectives on optimal strategy and presentation at criminal sentencing to truly tell your client’s story to the Judge and obtain the best possible outcome for your client. Our moderator, Judge Richard E.N. Federico of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, will introduce topics for discussion between the panel members aimed at providing an overview of the relevant law, including United States Sentencing Commission Guidelines, an explanation of the process, examples of “dos and don’ts” and case-specific examples from past sentencing hearings.
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Presented by FBA’s Federal Litigation Section, the Younger Lawyers Division & the Kansas and Western District of Missouri Chapter

Presenters

Teny Geragos, Partner, Agnifilo Intrater LLP.
Teny Geragos, a founding partner of Agnifilo Intrater LLP, defends individuals in federal and state criminal cases at both the trial and appellate level. Most recently, Ms. Geragos helped secure an acquittal for Sean Combs for the charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy in the Southern District of New York. Teny is particularly experienced in defending and investigating allegations of sexual misconduct, which involve complex legal issues and emotionally charged situations. She has represented numerous individuals accused of sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other types of sexual misconduct. Teny has also regularly represented victims of sexual assault and violence, helping them navigate the difficulties of reporting to the police, and cooperating with law enforcement investigations. Finally, Teny has led several internal investigations, including in the construction and healthcare industries.
Prior to founding Agnifilo Intrater LLP, Teny was associated with Brafman & Associates, P.C. for approximately eight years, where she successfully defended a wide range of criminal matters including sex assault, securities fraud, wire fraud, public corruption, tax evasion, narcotics, FCPA, and cases that have potentially serious collateral consequences, such as deportation.
Ms. Geragos has been selected as a SuperLawyers Rising Star for five consecutive years and publishes and speaks regularly on various legal topics ranging from “Gag” Orders to Protective Orders to managing electronic discovery.
Ms. Geragos serves on the Board of Directors of the New York Criminal Bar Association.

Dan Webb, Co-executive Chairman, Winston & Strawn LLP, Chicago, Illinois.
Dan is co-executive chairman of Winston & Strawn and one of the most distinguished and sought-after trial lawyers in the United States. He has tried more than 100 jury cases involving a wide variety of claims and been named a fellow of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers. Notably, Dan achieved international acclaim for his successful prosecution of retired Admiral John Poindexter in the Iran-Contra Affair. He served as the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois and has served in special prosecutor or similar roles on several occasions, including for the successful prosecution of actor Jussie Smollett in Chicago, for which he was named Am Law’s “Litigator of the Week” in December 2021.
Dan’s trial practice concentrates in the areas of major commercial, civil, regulatory, and white collar criminal cases. Among his jury cases are numerous successful complex commercial and white collar criminal trials, representing, on several occasions, large corporations in jury trials lasting two months or longer.
Dan has spent his entire professional life as a courtroom trial attorney and litigator. As the U.S. Attorney in Chicago, he spearheaded the “Operation Greylord” investigations into judicial corruption in Cook County, Illinois.
He received national attention for his work as lead trial counsel for General Electric, successfully defending it against criminal price-fixing allegations related to industrial diamonds, as well as for his representations of Microsoft Corp. in its antitrust litigation; Philip Morris in its sprawling tobacco-related litigation; and Verizon in obtaining a US$58M verdict in a patent litigation matter.
Dan delivered a historic win for BPI in its defamation action against ABC News relating to a series of reports by ABC News in which its broadcasters referred to BPI’s product in a defamatory way, leading BPI to massive financial losses. With BPI seeking over US$1.9B in actual damages, the case has been widely reported as the “largest” and “one of the most significant” defamation cases in U.S. history. After weeks of putting on witnesses to prove ABC intentionally and knowingly made nearly 200 hundred false statements about BPI and its product and with our team about to put on damages witnesses, the case settled. The settlement vindicated BPI and put the company on the path to recovery.
A team of Winston attorneys, led by Dan, conducted an internal investigation at the New York Stock Exchange related to the compensation of its former Chairman and CEO, Richard A. Grasso. Following Winston’s investigation, summarized in what is now known as the “Webb Report,” the New York Attorney General’s Office sued Grasso for the return of more than US$120M in compensation.
Other successes for clients in securities matters include obtaining favorable settlements for Ernst & Young in a securities class action brought by stockholders of HealthSouth Corp. and for Cisco Systems in a securities class action brought by the Plumbers & Pipefitters National Pension Fund and obtaining summary judgment for Scientific-Atlanta in a securities fraud class action.
On the antitrust front, Dan successfully represented Wyeth (Pfizer) against an antitrust class action relating to its patented potassium chloride product K-Dur®, C.R. Bard against claims of anti-competitive conduct relating to sales contracts with group purchasing organizations for catheters, and Monsanto against the antitrust claims brought by competitor DuPont relating to Monsanto’s patented Roundup Ready® weed killer.
As for other class action experience, one of Dan’s most significant cases was for Philip Morris. He served as lead trial counsel in Engle, et al. v. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., et al., the first—and to date, only—class action brought by cigarette smokers for punitive damages to be tried to verdict. He also served as chief trial counsel for Lexecon in another high-profile class action civil trial that resulted from the failure of Lincoln Savings, the S&L institution owned and operated by Charles Keating, Jr.

Hon. Richard E.N. Federico, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit:
Rich Federico began his legal career serving as a Navy Officer in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG). He served on active duty from 2002 to 2015, including tours of duty as a military prosecutor (Norfolk, Virginia), the senior Navy prosecutor for Europe and Southwest Asia (Naples, Italy; Bahrain), defense counsel for Guantanamo detainees charged with war crimes and being tried before military commissions (Washington, DC; Guantanamo Bay, Cuba), and as Officer in Charge of Navy defense offices (Jacksonville, Florida). During these assignments, he also served at sea and led investigation missions to Afghanistan and Korea.
In 2015, Judge Federico left active duty and became an Assistant Federal Public Defender for the District of Oregon (Portland). While in Portland, he tried several high-profile cases in district court, litigated habeas petitions, and argued before the Ninth Circuit. He transferred to the Federal Public Defender for the District of Kansas in 2017, where he served until he received his judicial commission in 2023. Judge Federico continued to serve as a Navy JAG in the Reserves, first as an appellate defense counsel and later as a military judge. He retired from the Navy in July 2024 at the rank of Captain.
Judge Federico was confirmed by the U.S. Senate and received his commission from President Biden to serve as a Circuit Judge in December 2023. He assumed office and joined the Tenth Circuit on December 14, 2023. He is an honors graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M., 2012), University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2002), and Indiana University School of Journalism (B.A., 1999).

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Live Broadcast | Nonmember: $95
On-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50
On-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95

CLE
Please note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.
MyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states.
Posted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction.
For questions regarding this program, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or

2026 Indian Law Conference
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-10 | Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ, 85256
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The Federal Bar Association is excited to announce that the 2026 FBA Indian Law Conference will be held at a new location: Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona on April 9-10.
As the United States’ signature program on American Indian law, this annual gathering brings together nearly 800 participants and more than 50 exhibitors, including local artisans, legal vendors, and nonprofits.
Attendees can expect:

Unmatched education on pressing issues in federal Indian law, including sovereignty, governance, property, contracts, civil rights, cultural resources, environmental quality, and more.
Networking opportunities with leaders from tribal governments, federal agencies, law firms, and academia.
A marketplace of ideas and culture, showcasing exhibitors and artisans connected to the practice and community of Indian law.

This is a must-attend event for anyone practicing, studying, or engaging with Indian law.
Full Conference Details.

Webinar: The Plight of Asylees and Refugees - US and Egypt
2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**

An expert in asylum and immigration law, Judith Wood will provide an overview of the legal definitions of refugees and asylees and describe the current legal landscape for individuals seeking protection in the United States. Topics will include motions to pretermit, Asylum Cooperative Agreements (ACAs), and policies affecting lawful pathways to asylum. The speaker will also provide a comparison of the legal frameworks in Egypt and the United States and how each country incorporates the 1951 Refugee Convention in its practices. The discussion will include comparisons of the conditions for detention, work authorization, permanent status and residency and criminal convictions and relief. The speaker will also detail differences in the national approaches particularly with respect to immigration court equivalents, Safe Third Country Agreements and pretermission practices, and a comparison of methods of entry.
This will be an hour not to miss to learn about recent legal developments affecting asylees and refugees seeking status in the United States.
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Presented by the Federal Bar Association’s International Law Section

Presenters

Judith Wood
Judith Wood has defended the rights of asylum seekers since graduating from Pepperdine University School of Law, and has had her own law firm since 1984. She has won numerous appeals at the administrative and federal level, and is admitted to practice before the United States Courts of Appeals for the Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth and Tenth Circuits, as well as the Supreme Court. She has chaired the section’s International Human Rights Law section for several years, and is a frequent speaker for the FBA, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Asian-Pacific Law Center, and several other groups. A film entitled “St. Judy” was made about her advocacy on behalf of women refugees in 2018.

Col (USAF, Ret) Linda Strite Murnane (Moderator)
University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D. 1981
Linda recently completed two years as an Associate Justice serving on the High Court of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Her previous judicial experience included ten consecutive years as a military judge and chief circuit military judge for the United States Air Force. She served in a variety of United Nations positions at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, including service in Trial Chamber 3 as the Senior Legal Officer, three years as the Chief Court Management Services, and short terms as the Acting Head of Chambers and Acting Deputy Registrar. She also served three years as the Chief, Court Management Services at the Special Tribunal for Lebanon.
She currently serves on the Board of Governors for the American Bar Association (ABA) and American Judges Association (AJA) and is the co-District Director for District 7 of the National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ). She previously served as Chair of the ABA Judicial Division and National Conference of Specialized Court Judges, as the Chair of the ABA Standing Committee on Armed Forces Law, and as an ABA UN Representative and Special Observer. She served on the ABA International Law Section’s Executive Council for six years. She is an ABA Sustaining Life Fellow, and a past recipient of the Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement and International Law Section’s Mayre Rasmussen Award.
Justice Murnane is the editor of “Women’s Voices: A Global Perspective on the Right to Vote”, and is a chapter contributor to “Her Honor” both published by ABA Publications.
She is a retired colonel in the United States Air Force and is married to Kevin M. Murnane, USAF, Ret. They have two daughters, Rachel Manuel and Christina Veillon, who are both teachers, and three grandchildren, Abrial, Cody and Aidan.

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Registration Fees

FBA Member: $0
Nonmember: $50

Live Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts.
Internet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.

CLE
Please note CLE will not be offered for this event.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I access the virtual webinar?
A: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar.
Q: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?
A: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar.
Q: Who do I contact for more information?
A: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions.

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By registering for this event, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details, Continuing Legal Education certification, programming changes, upcoming events, surveys, and post-event communications.
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By registering for an online FBA program, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same, do not register for the event.
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Qui Tam Section: [VIRTUAL] State FCA Investigations and the Role of NAMFCU
2026-04-15 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
The states’ Medicaid Fraud Control Units (MFCUs) are tasked with investigating and prosecuting Medicaid fraud. Many states also have analogous state FCA statutes and are commonly named in qui tam cases filed in federal or state courts. Through NAMFCU, the states regularly collaborate, investigate, and litigate cases together. Perhaps most important, NAMFCU teams regularly resolve and manage the settlement process in these multistate cases while working effectively with USDOJ and Relators, under a system which treats every state equally and fairly, including for states which have no qui tam statute. This process allows the states to share resources and efficiently investigate Medicaid fraud. This panel, comprised of the Co-Chairs of the NAMFCU Global Case Committee (GCC) and the Co-Chairs of the NAMFCU Qui-Tam Subcommittee (QTS), will discuss the NAMFCU global process, and how the NAMFCU global process benefits relators, defendants, and the United States.
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Presented by the FBA Qui Tam Section

Presenters

Candice M. Deisher
Virginia Office of the Attorney General
SPEAKERS

Nicholas Paul
California Department of Justice

Lareena J. Phillips
North Carolina Department of Justice

Sara Vann
Georgia Office of the Attorney General

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FBA Members: $0
Non-Members: $0

CLE
Please note that CLE credit is not offered for this webinar.

Email Communication Policy
By registering for this event, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details, Continuing Legal Education certification, programming changes, upcoming events, surveys, and post-event communications.
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By registering for an FBA webinar, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same, do not register for the event.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact sections@fedbar.org.

Trust the Process, Trust the Neutral: Ethical Judgment and Professional Responsibility
2026-04-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
Confidence in arbitration does not rest solely on procedural design—it rests on confidence in the neutral. In forums where discretion is significant and external oversight is limited, ethical judgment and professional responsibility become the foundation of legitimacy. This program examines how trust in the neutral is established, maintained, and sometimes challenged in real-world practice. Drawing on perspectives from institutional leadership, international and domestic arbitration, and professional ADR governance, the panel will explore disclosure obligations, appearance versus actual bias, professional demeanor, and the exercise of ethical authority in high-discretion roles. For attorneys representing parties, insight into how neutrals approach ethical judgment provides essential perspective when advising clients about forum selection, disclosure issues, and confidence in the arbitral process. The discussion moves beyond rule recitation to address the practical judgment calls that shape credibility, fairness, and confidence in the arbitral process.
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Presented by FBA’s Alternate Dispute Resolution Section Co-sponsored by the American Inns of Court.

Presenters

Lieutenant General Joseph Berger (RET.)
Lieutenant General Joe Berger (Ret.) is the Executive Director of the American Inns of Court, an organization dedicated to professionalism, civility, ethics, and excellence in the legal profession. He previously served as the 42nd Judge Advocate General of the U.S. Army, where he led nearly 10,000 legal professionals and served as the senior legal advisor to the Secretary and Chief of Staff of the Army. Over a distinguished three-decade military career, he advised clients across the full spectrum of legal issues in both domestic and international contexts.

Patricia Thompson, Esq., FCIArb, CollArb
Patricia H. Thompson, Esq., FCIArb, CollArb is a full-time JAMS arbitrator and mediator with over 15 years of experience guiding efficient and fair ADR processes. She regularly presents and publishes on arbitration and mediation best practices, including ethical conduct, procedural improvements, and advocacy before tribunals. Her thought leadership is reflected in her ABA and Florida Bar leadership roles, as well as her CLE presentations and publications addressing arbitration appeals, ethical issues, and professional standards in ADR.

Brent Clinkscale
Brent Clinkscale is an independent arbitrator, mediator, facilitator, and litigation consultant concentrating in business disputes, including domestic and international arbitrations. He serves on the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Domestic Panel of Commercial, Consumer, and Complex Case Arbitrators and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) International Panel of Commercial and Complex Case Arbitrators. He is Chair of the United States Council for International Business (USCIB) Southeastern Arbitration Subcommittee, a Delegate to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR, and Co-Chair of the 2026 ABA Dispute Resolution Section Virtual Arbitration Institute.

Marieke Witkamp, FCIArb
Marieke Witkamp is a full-time arbitrator based in Houston, qualified in both Texas and the Netherlands. She previously served as a commercial and maritime judge at the Court of Rotterdam and has practiced internationally as an arbitration attorney with K&L Gates in Qatar, as foreign counsel in Houston, and as in-house counsel in the Dutch energy and Qatari sports sectors. She is a member of Arbitra International and is listed on arbitration rosters worldwide.

Jo Colbert Stanley, Esq., FCIArb (Moderator)
Jo Colbert Stanley, Esq., FCIArb is an independent arbitrator, mediator, and Special Magistrate based in Florida. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, she serves on national and international arbitration panels and focuses on complex commercial and maritime disputes. She is a Past Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section and serves as moderator for this program.

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Live Broadcast | FBA Member: $0
Live Broadcast | Nonmember: $95
On-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50
On-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95

CLE
Please note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.
MyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states.
Posted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction.
For questions regarding this program, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or

Northnern District of California Chapter: The TVPA 25 Years Later: Victories, Challenges, and the Road Ahead
2026-04-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Thelton E. Henderson Ceremonial Courtroom, 19th Floor, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco,, 94102, United States
Panel Discussion with
Hon. Beth L. Freeman
U.S. District Judge
Marissa Harris
Human Trafficking Coordinator
U.S. Attorney’s Office
Nagwa Ibrahim
Director of Legal Services, CAST
Martha (Marty) Parker
Special Agent, FBI (Ret.)
Danesha Terrell
Human Trafficking Survivor
Martina Vandenberg
Founder and President
Human Trafficking Legal Center
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Intellectual Property Law Section: 2026 Art and Fashion Law Conference
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-24 | 230 Park Ave, New York, NY 10169, USA, 230 Park Ave,, New York, 10169, United States
On April 23 & 24, 2026 the Federal Bar Association Intellectual Property Law Section’s Art & Fashion Law Conference returns to Dunnington, Bartholow & Miller LLP. Featuring ten CLE sessions, two keynote speakers and networking opportunities, this two-day conference held in the heart of New York City is a must for those interested in the intersection of art, fashion, and the law. Registration is now open!
Register by March 20th for a 5% discount
April 23, 2026 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm – Art Law Conference (5 NY CLE)
April 24, 2026 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm – Fashion Law Conference (5 NY CLE)
Sponsored by the FBA Intellectual Property Law Section and the FBA Southern District of New York Chapter.

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CLE

CLE Credit will only be issued for New York.
Attendees may receive up to 10.0 General CLE credits in New York.
Attendees outside of NY may contact their respective jurisdictions to determine if they’re able to claim credit independently.
Attendees will be responsible for checking in and out of programming onsite in order to meet New York attendance requirements. Certificates will be issued via email following the event.
For any questions regarding this program, including CLE matters, please email TCarter@Dunnington.com.

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Immigration Law Section: Immigration Worksite Enforcement in the Trump Administration
2026-04-28 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
**Webinar hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
This webinar, sponsored by the Immigration Law Section’s Newer Members Division will provide an overview on worksite enforcement actions, including I-9 audits and “raids” occurring in the current administration. The speakers will address the legal framework for compliance, as well as the process of an audit and how attorneys can assist their clients through these audits. The panel will discuss the uptick in immigration “raids” and how attorneys can best advise their clients on preparedness, compliance with federal law, and how to best interact with federal law enforcement.
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Presented by the Immigration Law Section and Immigration Law Section’s New Lawyer Division.

Presenters

Amy L. Peck, Principal, Jackson Lewis
Amy Peck is a principal in the Omaha, Nebraska, office of Jackson Lewis P.C., and co-leader of the firm’s Immigration group. A nationally recognized attorney, Amy helps employers navigate immigration compliance in an ever‑changing legal landscape.
Amy partners with employers to manage immigration compliance by translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, risk‑reducing solutions. Her practice includes proactive Form I-9 compliance, such as employment eligibility verification training, internal audits and risk assessments, electronic system review, and, when necessary, responding to agency worksite enforcement actions. Emphasizing proactivity, she also is a go-to for ICE raid defense and ICE visit preparedness, counsels employers on Social Security No-Match Letter guidance and policy drafting and the use of E-Verify. Amy stays ahead of employer needs, delivering creative and efficient solutions to immigration compliance and workforce issues.
Amy is a trusted voice on employment and immigration enforcement issues, and her insights are sought by national media. She is also a frequent national speaker on worksite enforcement issues.
A respected leader within the immigration law community, Amy currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the American Immigration Council. She previously served for 12 years an elected Director to the Board of Governors of the 18,000-member American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). She also served for 3 years as the chair of the AILA National Verification Committee, which liaises with USCIS, ICE and OCAHO on I-9, E-Verify and related worksite issues.

Lisa H. York, Managing Attorney, Curray York & Associates
Lisa Helen York has practiced U.S. immigration law for over 20 years. Her practice focuses exclusively on U.S. immigration law with an emphasis on employment and family-based immigration. Her areas of expertise include advising institutes of higher education on immigration law, obtaining work visas (H-1B, TN, L, E, O, etc.) for both large and small companies, sponsoring foreign nationals for U.S. permanent residence through the PERM process, national interest waivers, outstanding researcher petitions, and extraordinary ability petitions. She is also a recognized expert on F-1 and J-1 student visa issues.
Lisa graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2002. She earned her bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1995 with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado.

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Registration Fees

Complimentary for FBA Members & Non-Members

Live Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts.
Internet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.

CLE
Please note CLE will not be offered for this event.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I access the virtual webinar?
A: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar.
Q: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?
A: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar.
Q: Who do I contact for more information?
A: Please contact Zachary New (zachary@immigrationissues.com) or sections@fedbar.org for any other questions.

Email Communication Policy
By registering for this event, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details, Continuing Legal Education certification, programming changes, upcoming events, surveys, and post-event communications.
Recording Disclaimer
By registering for an online FBA program, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same, do not register for the event.

Webinar: “Through a Glass, Darkly”: Navigating Conflicts of Interest in Criminal Cases
2026-04-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
This presentation provides a practical and legally grounded exploration of how conflicts of interest arise and are managed in criminal proceedings. It examines key frameworks such as the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, Supreme Court precedent, and the ABA Model Rules to illuminate common ethical issues arising from multiple representation and third-party fee arrangements. From both defense and prosecution perspectives, the program highlights the ethical duties, strategic considerations, and constitutional implications that accompany potential conflicts—emphasizing early identification, informed waivers, and the court’s ongoing responsibility to safeguard a defendant’s Sixth Amendment right to conflict-free counsel. Designed for practitioners, the presentation offers real-world guidance to navigate these often subtle but critical issues while minimizing risks of reversal or ineffective assistance claims.
Presented by the FBA’s Professional Development Committee.
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Presenters
Hon. James E. Marner, United States District Court for the District of Arizona
Honorable James Marner is a United States Magistrate Judge for the District of Arizona, based in Tucson. Appointed to the federal bench on April 2, 2025, for an eight-year term, he previously served as a judge for the Pima County, Arizona Superior Court from 2012 to 2025. Before taking the bench, he was a trial attorney at the King County Prosecutor’s Office in Seattle and then spent 15 years as a civil trial attorney in Pima County.

Prof. Keith Swisher, The University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law
Professor Keith Swisher directs the Bachelor of Law and Master of Legal Studies Programs at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. Prof. Swisher teaches legal ethics and procedure, serves as ethics counsel and expert witness to lawyers, law firms, and judges, and represents indigent defendants in the Ninth Circuit. His scholarship is regularly published and cited in the areas of legal and judicial ethics and disqualification, and he previously founded and edited the first blogs on judicial ethics and lawyer disqualification. He is a former member of the ABA’s Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and the Editorial Board of ABA/BNA Lawyers’ Manual on Professional Conduct. In 2011, he received the ABA’s Rosner & Rosner Young Lawyer Professionalism Award, and in 2016, he received the AJC’s Learned Hand Emerging Leadership Award. Previously, Prof. Swisher clerked for the Ninth Circuit (Canby, J.) and practiced at Osborn Maledon in Phoenix.
Brian L. Tannebaum, Tannebaum Law
A newspaper reporter once wrote that “Brian Tannebaum is the lawyers that lawyers go to when they find themselves in hot water.” Now in his 30th year of practice, Brian represents lawyers, judges, law students, and law firms in ethics and criminal matters in state and federal courts. Brian is a former member of a Florida Bar Grievance Committee and former member of the Ad Hoc Committee on Attorney Admissions, Peer Review, and Attorney Grievance for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Brian is listed in Best Lawyers in America and was named one of the top 100 lawyers in Miami by Super Lawyers. Brian is a Past Chair of the Innocence Project of Florida, Past President of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and currently serves on the Florida Bar’s Professional Ethics Committee and as an officer of the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. He authored the book The Practice: Brutal Truths about Lawyers and Lawyers, published by the ABA, and in his non-lawyer world, is a Certified Sommelier.

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Live Broadcast | FBA Member: $0
Live Broadcast | Nonmember: $95
On-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50
On-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95

CLE
Please note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.
MyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states.
Posted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction.
For questions regarding this program, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.

Webinar: Demystifying Discovery: Fundamental Tools and Tactics for Law Clerks and New Lawyers
2026-04-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
This CLE course will provide a foundational overview of discovery in federal civil litigation, including the use of interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and depositions. The program offers practical tips for drafting clear discovery requests and responses to minimize objections and disputes in court and also will address tips for navigating discovery disputes that do arise in litigation.
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Presented by the FBA’s Judiciary Division & Federal Judicial Law Clerk Committee

Presenters

The Honorable Marty Fulgueira Elfenbein, Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Marty Fulgueira Elfenbein was sworn in as a United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Florida on March 11, 2024. Before joining the judiciary, from September 2018 to March 2024, Judge Elfenbein served as an Assistant United States Attorney in Miami, prosecuting cases in the Major Crimes and Economic and Environmental Crimes Sections. In her last year as a prosecutor, she was the Chief of the Collateral Litigation Section, overseeing all post-conviction litigation and filter reviews on a district-wide basis. Prior to joining the U.S. Attorney’s Office, she worked as a law clerk for the Honorable Beth Bloom in the Southern District of Florida. From 2006 to 2016, Judge Elfenbein was an associate and later a partner at Rumberger, Kirk, and Caldwell, P.A. where she focused her federal and state practice in the areas of aviation law, products liability, premises liability, and insurance defense. She earned a degree in newspaper journalism in 2002 and a Juris Doctor degree in 2005, both from the University of Florida.

Matthew Allen, Principal, Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.
Matthew P. Allen is a litigator and trial lawyer who has tried and arbitrated a wide variety of cases, ranging from felony matters in Detroit’s criminal courts to bet-the[1]company securities and international intellectual property cases. Over the past decade, Matt has been consistently voted by his peers as a leading lawyer in Michigan and the United States by the publications Best Lawyers in America, Michigan Super Lawyers, and Leading Lawyers. Matt has also been selected as a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America, an invitation-only trial lawyer honorary society composed of less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. In addition to his commercial litigation practice, Matt has represented corporations, audit committees, and corporate officers and directors in civil and criminal investigations and enforcement actions by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, U.S. Federal Trade Commission, U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and U.S. Federal Election Commission. He has also tried numerous felony bench and jury trials, and conducted felony preliminary examinations, while serving as a Special Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Wayne County (Detroit) Michigan.

Prof. Debra M. Strauss, Professor of Business Law, Fairfield University
Debra M. Strauss is a Professor of Business Law at Fairfield University Charles F. Dolan School of Business, where she teaches international law, business law, and applied ethics. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Cornell University and Yale Law School, she clerked for the Honorable Charles L. Brieant, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, and practiced commercial litigation at Rogers & Wells (now Clifford Chance LLP). Professor Strauss is the author of Behind the Bench: The Guide to Judicial Clerkships (West Academic Publishing, 3rd ed. 2023), a leading resource on the courts and judicial clerkships. She previously served as the founding Director of Judicial Clerkship Counseling and Programs at Yale Law School and authored the National Judicial Clerkship Study for the American Bar Association and the National Association for Law Placement. She is a founder and officer of the Connecticut Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and serves as Co-Chair of the Federal Judicial Law Clerk Committee of the FBA Judiciary Division. Professor Strauss frequently presents and consults on federal practice and effective advocacy in the courts, including practical guidance on litigation, legal writing, and judicial clerkship success.

Anoosheh Shaikh, Associate, Duane Morris LLP
Anoosheh Shaikh has developed a well-rounded practice focused on complex commercial litigation, securities, and employment litigation. She is well-versed in litigation strategy including managing discovery, drafting motions, and preparing for trial.
Prior to joining Duane Morris, Ms. Shaikh served as law clerk to the Hon. Embry Kidd of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Ms. Shaikh is a 2022 cum laude graduate of the University of Miami School of Law and a cum laude graduate of The George Washington University. During law school, she was Vice President of the Charles C. Papy Jr. Moot Court Board and member of the International and Comparative Law Review. Additionally, she was inducted into the Order of Barristers National Honors Society for excellence in oral advocacy and brief writing.

Kaitlin Farrell, Partner, Haug Partners
Kaitlin Farrell has extensive patent law experience, focused primarily on patent litigation and pre-lawsuit investigations in matters related to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, chemicals, cosmetics, food/beverage, automotives, and consumer products. Kaitlin has developed significant trial and appellate experience that informs all elements of her litigation and due diligence practice. Kaitlin has experience with a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including treatments for neurological, hematologic, dermatologic, gynecologic, and rare-disease conditions, as well as various extended-release, topical, subcutaneous, and biologic drug formulations. Kaitlin has litigated major patent disputes before the PTAB, the ITC, and in major patent venues across the country. She has also represented clients before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. She is an active contributor to local, national, and international intellectual property associations. She is a graduate of Notre Dame Law School and Fordham University.

Christina Dines, Law Clerk at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (Moderator)
Christina Dines is presently serving as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Adalberto Jordan of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. She previously clerked for the Honorable John L. Sinatra, Jr. of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York and for Justice John D. Couriel of the Florida Supreme Court, and serves on the Federal Bar Association’s Federal Judicial Law Clerk Committee.
In addition to her clerkships, which have informed her advocacy, Christina has extensive litigation experience. As a senior associate in the Miami office of Baker McKenzie LLP, she was a member of the firm’s Litigation & Government Enforcement Practice Group. She has assisted clients in navigating high-stakes matters involving complex civil disputes, internal and external investigations, and federal civil RICO. She has worked on cases across several state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.
A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Notre Dame Law School, and a former Division I coxswain, Christina serves on the Notre Dame Monogram Club Board of Directors.

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2026 Immigration Law Conference
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-02 | Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
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This year’s Annual Immigration Law Conference will return on Friday, May 1 – Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, VA!
This must-attend event will bring together immigration law professionals to engage in critical discussions and explore emerging trends that impact our field. Whether you’re working on family-based petitions, employment visas, or advocating for immigrant rights, this conference is the perfect forum for gaining knowledge, advancing your practice, and enhancing your influence in the field.
Registration Opening November 2025.

Introductory Course on German and EU Legal and Political Systems, Art, History, Architecture, and Religion (In Germany)
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-13
Introductory Course on German and EU Legal and Political Systems, Art, History, Architecture, and Religion
In Germany
The Federal Bar Association welcomes you and your guest to join our journey through the Germany. Our immersive program will engage with local attorneys, scholars, and artists offering poignant commentary on the German and EU legal and political systems, art, history, architecture, and religion; while allowing for ample time to explore the storied history of this country.
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CLE AGENDA
Agenda subject to change. CLE Credits anticipated.
Berlin | Thursday – May 7, 2026
Lawmaking in Germany and the German Parliament
Visit the Reichstag Building (Bundestag), the seat of the German Parliament. Enjoy a guided tour to learn about the German political system and its history.
Berlin | Friday – May 8, 2026
Group visit to the Moabit Criminal Court and/or the Berlin Bar Association.
Moabit Criminal Court
The Moabit Criminal Court (Kriminalgericht Moabit) is renowned for its impressive architecture. The building’s design and symbolism reflect moral and social values, making it a significant site for those interested in legal history and architecture.
Berlin Bar Association
The Berlin Bar Association serves as the professional body for attorneys in the city. During the visit, gain insights into the German legal profession and opportunities for engaging with local practitioners.
Berlin/Potsdam | Saturday- May 9, 2026
Potsdam – the former royal seat of Prussia
En route, travelers pass the Glienecke Bridge, famously known as the “Bridge of Spies,” where American and Soviet powers exchanged captured agents during the Cold War. Before arriving in Postdam, visit House of Wannsee Conference, the lakeside villa where senior Nazi officials cooridnated the so-called “Final Solution.”
Continue on to Potsdam and visit Sanssouci Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, once the summer palace of Frederick the Great.
Time permitting, on return to Berlin, visit the Cecilienhof Palace, where the 1945 Postdam Conference was held.
Nuremberg | Sunday – May 10, 2026
Depart Berlin for the city of Nuremberg, and historic and cultural center deeply tied to the legacy of international justice. Following an afternoon lunch, enjoy an orientation walk within view of Castle’s (Kaiserberg) medieval skyline through the atmospheric Old Town
Nuremberg/Munich | Monday – May 11, 2026
Nuremberg Palace of Justice: Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials
The first stop today is the Justizgebäude (Palace of Justice), where the Nuremberg Trials took place following World War II. Visit Courtroom 600 and its companion museum providing powerful insight into the origins of modern international criminal law and the prosecution of war crimes.
Today participants pre-select the option of (A) visiting the Dachau Concentration camp, or (B) early arrival with free time in Munich.
Track A: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
On arrival, take part in a guided visit of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the location of the first Nazi concentration camp, established in 1933. Today, it stands as a solemn site of memory and education, commemorating the victims and examining the mechanisms of persecution and injustice. The tour typically lasts 2.5 hours.
Track B: Free time in Munich

Munich | Tuesday – May 12, 2026
JUSTICE IN BAVARIA: Visit to the Munich Regional Court (Landgericht München)
Visit the Munich Regional Court, one of Bavaria’s most prominent judicial institutions. Introduction to the German legal system, followed by discussion on key differences between German and American legal procedures in civil and criminal law. Court calendars permitting, we observe part of a public hearing to gain firsthand insight into judicial protocol in a civil law system.
From Stein to Statute: Legal Traditions of German Beer
This session explores the legal and cultural history of beer in Germany—from medieval brewing guilds to modern alcohol regulations. Topics include the Bavarian Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot), licensing, regional and EU regulations, taxation, and how beer laws intersect with public health and liability.
Munich | Wednesday – May 13, 2026
Free time in Munich
Farewell Dinner
Munich | Thursday – May 14, 2026
Departure Day

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Webinar: So You Want to Be an Ex Pat Lawyer Part III-Internships and Employment in Immigration Law
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**

This is part three of a four-part series detailing the ins and outs, and the ups and downs of using one’s law credentials in international employment. This webinar will address opportunities and challenges, and address the “day in the life” of immigration attorneys currently engaged in this field of practice. The experts in this panel are currently engaged in the specific field and will share the business model, how to find or create opportunities, and answer questions posed by participants to give practical information on entering and surviving in the volatile environment today in immigration law.

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Presented by the Federal Bar Association’s International Law Section

Presenters

Col (USAF, Ret) Linda Strite Murnane (Moderator)
University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D. 1981
Linda recently completed two years as an Associate Justice serving on the High Court of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Her previous judicial experience included ten consecutive years as a military judge and chief circuit military judge for the United States Air Force. She served in a variety of United Nations positions at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, including service in Trial Chamber 3 as the Senior Legal Officer, three years as the Chief Court Management Services, and short terms as the Acting Head of Chambers and Acting Deputy Registrar. She also served three years as the Chief, Court Management Services at the Special Tribunal for Lebanon.
She currently serves on the Board of Governors for the American Bar Association (ABA) and American Judges Association (AJA) and is the co-District Director for District 7 of the National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ). She previously served as Chair of the ABA Judicial Division and National Conference of Specialized Court Judges, as the Chair of the ABA Standing Committee on Armed Forces Law, and as an ABA UN Representative and Special Observer. She served on the ABA International Law Section’s Executive Council for six years. She is an ABA Sustaining Life Fellow, and a past recipient of the Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement and International Law Section’s Mayre Rasmussen Award.
Justice Murnane is the editor of “Women’s Voices: A Global Perspective on the Right to Vote”, and is a chapter contributor to “Her Honor” both published by ABA Publications.
She is a retired colonel in the United States Air Force and is married to Kevin M. Murnane, USAF, Ret. They have two daughters, Rachel Manuel and Christina Veillon, who are both teachers, and three grandchildren, Abrial, Cody and Aidan.

Judith Wood
Judith Wood has defended the rights of asylum seekers since graduating from Pepperdine University School of Law, and has had her own law firm since 1984. She has won numerous appeals at the administrative and federal level, and is admitted to practice before the United States Courts of Appeals for the Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth and Tenth Circuits, as well as the Supreme Court. She has chaired the section’s International Human Rights Law section for several years, and is a frequent speaker for the FBA, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Asian-Pacific Law Center, and several other groups. A film entitled “St. Judy” was made about her advocacy on behalf of women refugees in 2018.

Federica Dell’Orto, Esq.
Federica Dell’Orto has extensive experience in immigration, international, human rights law and in complex litigation matters. For years Ms. Dell’Orto has represented clients in Court during removal proceedings as well as in asylum, bond, cancellation of removal and adjustment hearings. She has also matured ample experience with the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Ms. Dell’Orto has an international legal education background. She was born in Italy where she obtained her JD from the University of Milan in 2013 in EU and International Law. In 2016, she completed an LL.M in Los Angeles, in Public International Law. In 2017, Ms. Dell’Orto became licensed to practice law in California and she is also admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Ms. Dell’Orto has published legal articles in multiple journals discussing the latest developments in the field of International, Human Rights and Immigration Law and advocating for the furtherance of civil and constitutional rights as well as the development of domestic policies aimed at protecting them. Ms. Dell’Orto speaks proficiently multiple languages, including Italian Spanish and French.

Beth Persky
Beth Persky is a graduate of the Boston University School of Law and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, where she studied International Law and International Human Rights law. She has practiced immigration law for more than 25 years, and is a Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law with the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. She is admitted to practice before the Federal District Courts for the Central and Southern Districts of California, and before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Beth is the past chair of the International Law Section and her practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Webinar: Discovery in FCA litigation – Building Bridges to and Avoiding Pitfalls
2026-05-11 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
This webinar will discuss the most important aspects of Discovery in FCA Litigation – including planning for discovery far in advance of unsealing. Challenging privilege logs, selecting the key participants or witnesses for depositions, Touhy requests, and selecting experts.
Discovery in FCA litigation does not begin with unsealing or surviving a motion to dismiss. Planning for discovery begins with the defendant’s responses to the Government’s CIDs (both document production and any interviews conducted), continues through depositions, and must include frontal challenges to privilege logs. Because open discovery after unsealing is often conducted years after the events (at times as much as a decade or more), there is a saying that if you don’t have a document, you won’t have a fact. Thus, documentary evidence and getting clean deposition transcripts to lay foundations for hey documentary evidence to support or respond to the ever-present motion for summary judgment are key to success.
Presented by FBA 2026 Qui Tam Conference sponsor Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP.
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Presenters
Pamela Coyle Brecht, Partner, Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP
PAMELA COYLE BRECHT is a partner at Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP. Ms. Brecht serves as Chair of the firm’s national Qui Tam/False Claims Act Practice Group. She is also experienced in white-collar criminal litigation, internal investigations, and complex health care litigation. Ms. Brecht has litigated many of the most complex False Claims Act cases filed in the United States. Her cases have included alleged fraud by a large multi-state Medicaid managed care contractor, FCA violations by three of the largest hospital corporations in the country, and dissecting complex financial relationships among healthcare providers including Stark and Anti-Kickback issues. She has also litigated cases involving hospital fraud, emergency room fraud, medical device allegations, Medicare Part C and Part D fraud, government contractor fraud, laboratory fraud, as well as all types of pharmaceutical fraud. One of the whistleblower matters that Ms. Brecht has worked on was recognized in 2018 by The National Law Journal as one of the “Top 100 Verdicts.” The matter, Lutz v Health Diagnostics Laboratory, ranked as #39 on the list of highest verdicts throughout the nation for that year and came in at #2 for the highest verdicts coming out of Pennsylvania. In addition, Ms. Brecht has served as an expert witness related to alleged conduct involving potential exposure to government enforcement actions.
Marc Stephen Raspanti, Partner, Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP
MARC STEPHEN RASPANTI is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 41 years of experience focusing on complex, high-stakes matters in Government Enforcement, Compliance, Internal Investigations, Federal and State White Collar Litigation; Federal and State Qui Tam Litigation; Criminal and Civil and Administrative Health Care Fraud Litigation; as well as Complex Commercial Litigation. Chambers USA has ranked Mr. Raspanti in Band 1 for his work in the area of Litigation: White Collar Crime & Government Investigations in Pennsylvania, as well as Band 1 for his work under the False Claims Act: Plaintiff in the USA- Nationwide. Mr. Raspanti is a longstanding Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, an invitation only fellowship of pre-eminent lawyers in the United States and Canada. He served as a former Assistant District Attorney at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office where he tried a wide range of criminal cases to verdict. Mr. Raspanti is the founder of the firm’s national Qui Tam & False Claims Act practice group and the firm’s national White Collar Criminal Defense practice group.

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Dayton Chapter: Federal Court Practice Seminar
2026-05-12 12:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Honorable Walter Herbert Rice Federal Building, 200 West 2nd Street, Room 150, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Federal district court admissions seminar for the Southern District of Ohio (3.0 general hours of CLE credit in Ohio)

This multi-session seminar is hosted by the Federal Bar Association (FBA) Dayton Chapter and meets a prerequisite for admission to the bar of the Southern District of Ohio. Speakers include district court, bankruptcy court, and magistrate judges from the Dayton seat of court. The program has received approval for 3.0 general hours of CLE credit from The Supreme Court of Ohio.
COURSE OUTLINE
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM — Registration and Opening Remarks
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM — A View from the Bench
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM — Practice in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio
2:30 PM – 2:40 PM — Break
2:40 PM – 3:10 PM — Overview of Removal to Federal Court
3:10 PM – 4:10 PM — Practice in the Southern District of Ohio
4:10 PM – 4:30 PM — PACER and CM/ECF
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM — Swearing-in Ceremony
** Admission cost is tiered. The cost is $75 for people who are not members of the FBA, $50 for members of the FBA, and FREE for new members of the FBA (i.e., those who signed up within the six months prior to the seminar). Proof of membership must be sent to DaytonFBAEvents@gmail.com. To JOIN the Federal Bar Association, visit the FBA’s website at: https://www.fedbar.org/membership/join/
** This seminar is scheduled to be held IN PERSON, NOT VIRTUALLY. However, in the unforeseen event that the seminar must be held virtually, then a GoToMeeting webinar link and password will be sent to registrants, along with login instructions and Seminar materials, via email in the days before the event. However, again, the seminar is scheduled to take place in-person in Room 150 of the Walter H. Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, 200 West Second Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402.
** NOTE: A SEPARATE APPLICATION AND PAYMENT IN ADDITION TO REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT FOR THIS SEMINAR IS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION TO THE BAR OF THE U.S. DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF OHIO. INFORMATION REGARDING BAR ADMISSION TO THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF OHIO CAN BE FOUND ON THE COURT’S WEBSITE AT: https://www.ohsd.uscourts.gov/
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Qui Tam Section: [VIRTUAL] Pre-Trial Appeals Under the FCA
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**

As trial work becomes increasingly complex, attorneys on both sides of False Claims Act litigation more more frequently facing appellate challenges on interlocutory or case-dispositive issues. Some appellate issues are ripe for trial lawyers to handle themselves, and other times, the best practice is to bring in an appellate expert. This webinar will talk about best practices in building and supporting an appellate team, the differences in preparing appellate briefs and arguments from traditional trial practice, and tips for most effectively preserving issues for appeal during trial.
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Presented by the FBA Qui Tam Section

Presenters
MODERATOR

Jillian Estes
Morgan Verkamp
SPEAKERS

Tejinder Singh
Sparacino PLLC
Bates White Economic Consulting

Lauren S. Kuley
Squire Patton Boggs

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Qui Tam Section: [VIRTUAL] Battle of the Experts in FCA Litigation
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | https://www.fedbar.org/event/battle-experts/
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**

Expert testimony may be pivotal in a False Claims Act case, helping to establish the falsity (or not) of a claim — how evidence shows that a medical facility failed to comply with relevant regulations, for instance, or why it matters that body armor doesn’t meet military specifications. Experts also can testify about prevailing industry practices; they can help to quantify damages from a false claim; and they can help to establish the validity of statistical sampling methods in a case with thousands or millions of individual payments, among other things. This panel will discuss pitfalls and best practices for working with experts in FCA matters, including what makes a good expert; how to depose experts; how to defend or strike an expert for trial; and how to examine an expert before a judge or jury.
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Presented by the FBA Qui Tam Section

Presenters
MODERATOR

Janis G. Gorton
Schneider Wallace Cottrell Kim
SPEAKERS

Sara Brinkmann
King & Spalding

Stan Panis
Secretariat

Dr. Meredith Rosenthal,
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

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Webinar: Jurisdiction, Remedies, and other Challenges in Crypto-Related Litigation
2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
The decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies presents unique challenges in civil litigation. From service of process and personal jurisdiction over pseudonymous wallet holders to issues of extraterritoriality to difficult questions concerning damages and remedies, the involvement of cryptocurrencies in a case add an increased layer of complexity. This program of experienced advocates with deep involvement in cryptocurrency litigation will provide an overview of those unique challenges and offer tips for how to navigate them.
Presented by the FBA’s Professional Development Committee.
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Presenters
Andrew C. Adams, Partner, Steptoe
Andrew Adams, a New York partner, advises companies and individuals in the areas of government and internal investigations, corporate governance, and white collar and regulatory matters. His practice includes a particular focus on anti-money laundering compliance, U.S. economic countermeasures and national security crisis response, drawing on Andrew’s time as the inaugural Director of the Department of Justice’s Task Force KleptoCapture, a multi-agency response group focused on the economic sanctions and export controls imposed in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Andrew has investigated, charged, and tried cases with an emphasis on the integrity of financial institutions; transnational organized crime; sophisticated money laundering operations through both traditional and “crypto” platforms; sport integrity, including the first criminal case charged on the basis of the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act; and cases involving looted antiquities and frauds involving the sale of cultural property. Prior to joining Steptoe, in addition to serving as Director of the Department of Justice’s Task Force KleptoCapture, Andrew C. Adams was the acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General for the National Security Division of the Department of Justice, with oversight of the Division’s sanctions, export control, and national security cyber investigations. Prior to these roles, Adams joined the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York and served as lead prosecutor on several prominent money laundering and racketeering cases. He also became co-chief of that Office’s Money Laundering and Transnational Criminal Enterprises Unit, leading a team of prosecutors engaged at the nexus of sophisticated transnational crime and opaque financial networks, and served as one of the District’s asset forfeiture coordinators, advising Assistant U.S. Attorneys across the Office on civil and criminal forfeiture matters. Before his work for the Department of Justice, Andrew worked as a litigation associate in an international law firm headquartered in New York.
Timothy Grinsell, Of Counsel, Reitler
Timothy represents clients in complex commercial litigation and counsels startups, founders, and venture capital investors in the blockchain and digital assets space. His practice spans securities class actions, crypto theft recovery, corporate governance disputes, internal investigations, and financial services disputes. Prior to joining Reitler, Timothy co-founded Hoppin Grinsell LLP, a Chambers-recognized litigation boutique focused on blockchain and digital assets disputes. He previously litigated major commercial matters at Holwell Shuster & Goldberg and O’Melveny & Myers. He holds a PhD in linguistics from the University of Chicago and continues to publish on the application of linguistic analysis to legal interpretation, bringing a distinctive analytical framework to complex litigation strategy.

Jenny Vatrenko, Principal, Vatrenko Law P.C.
Jenny represents both plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes, from inception to trial, involving securities, digital assets and cryptocurrencies, and class actions throughout the United States and internationally. Jenny’s Securities and Investor Protection practice is dedicated to recovering assets for investors and holding bad actors in the cryptocurrency industry accountable for their unlawful conduct. Beyond litigation, Jenny advocates for her clients’ best interests by developing creative and sound legal strategies to achieve their business goals and advising them on litigation risk and implications of sensitive business decisions. With nearly a decade of experience as a commercial litigator at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP and a criminal prosecutor at Brooklyn District Attorney’s office, Jenny provides the highest level of legal services, with personalized attention and flexibility of fee arrangements.

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Live Broadcast | Nonmember: $95
On-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50
On-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95

CLE
Please note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.
MyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states.
Posted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction.
For questions regarding this program, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.

2026 United States Supreme Court Admissions Ceremony
2026-05-21 07:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Supreme Court of the United States, 1 First Street NE, Washington, DC, 20543
Join the Younger Lawyers Division of the Federal Bar Association for the 2026 United States Supreme Court Admissions Ceremony on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the United States Supreme Court. Note: Applications are due on Wednesday, March 18. to FBA Headquarters at the following address:
Federal Bar Association
YLD Supreme Court Admissions Ceremony (D. Hamilton)
4250 N Fairfax Dr., Suite 301
Arlington, VA 22203
A completed application consists of:

Application for Admission to Practice: The first page of the application should be filled out online, completed in its entirety, and printed. Do not use “all caps.” The second page may be filled out online and printed or handwritten (if legible).
Signatures: All signatures on the Application for Admission to Practice must be original (wet) signatures from both sponsors and applicant on the same page.
Certificate of Good Standing: Applications must include an attached Certificate of Good Standing from your states supreme court or highest court where you have been practicing for at least three years. Do not submit a certificate from the state bar association or federal court. Only one state court certificate is required for each applicant.
Admission Fee: Applications must include a $200.00 admission fee, via cashier’s check, money order or personal check made payable to “Supreme Court of the United States” and postdated for May 21, 2026. Payment should be issued in the form of a money order or personal, entity or government issued check.

Access the Application for Admission to Practice and instructions here: Bar Admissions Form and Instructions
The ceremony is limited to 50 applicants. The court permits guests, with a strict adherence to the rule of one guest, per applicant.
If you are interested in learning more about this program, please contact sections@fedbar.org

Qui Tam Section: [VIRTUAL] The DOJ’s Antitrust Whistleblower Rewards Program
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**

Hear from the U.S. Department of Justice, defense counsel, and whistleblower counsel on the Antitrust Division’s new whistleblower reward program that recently announced its first award a mere six months after publicly announcing the program. The panel will cover the basics of antitrust claims and investigations, details of the antitrust whistleblower program, and the various considerations the new reward program raises for defense counsel, companies, whistleblower counsel, and the United States.
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Presented by the FBA Qui Tam Section

Presenters
MODERATOR

Sam Buffone
Buffone Law Group
SPEAKERS

Matthew Chou
U.S. Department of Justice

James W. Attridge
Axinn

Registration
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FBA Members: $0
Non-Members: $0

CLE
Please note that CLE credit is not offered for this webinar.

Email Communication Policy
By registering for this event, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details, Continuing Legal Education certification, programming changes, upcoming events, surveys, and post-event communications.
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If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact sections@fedbar.org.

2026 Insurance Tax Seminar
2026-05-28 - 2026-05-29 | JW Marriott, 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20004
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Join the Section on Taxation for its 41st Annual Insurance Tax Seminar at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. The seminar will feature timely discussions on insurance tax issues led by industry tax professionals, advisors, consultants, and government officials. Attendees can expect updates on IRS guidance, legislative changes, and regulatory developments, as well as “fundamentals” sessions and an ethics credit-eligible session. Panels are carefully crafted to bring diverse perspectives on insurance company, insurance product, international, and other insurance tax topics—ensuring a well-rounded program that is both practical and forward-looking.
Last year’s seminar welcomed nearly 500 participants, and we anticipate another strong turnout in 2026. Early registration is encouraged.
Registration Opening December 2025.

Webinar: AI & Legal Ethics: Navigating the Model Rules
2026-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
Artificial intelligence is transforming legal practice at a pace that has outrun the profession’s ethical guardrails. From ChatGPT-generated briefs citing fabricated cases to confidential client documents uploaded to unvetted AI platforms, the risks are real — and disciplinary consequences are growing.
On June 10th, Thom Rogers and TJ McGrath, attorneys and leadership consultants, deliver a practical, CLE-accredited briefing providing a rule-by-rule analysis of how the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct apply to AI use in legal practice. Drawing on ABA Formal Opinion 512 (2024), the landmark Mata v. Avianca sanctions case, and real-world hypotheticals, attendees will leave with a clear framework for using AI competently, ethically, and confidently

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Presented by FBA’s Labor and Employment Law Section

Presenters

TJ McGrath, CEO and Co-Founder, Aradaithe Consulting, LLC,
TJ McGrath is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ardaithe Consulting, LLC, where she helps organizations strengthen leadership, communication, and workplace effectiveness through science-based human performance training. She also serves as the General Counsel for two U.S. Senate Commissions.
She served nearly three decades as an Air Force Judge Advocate and has over fifteen years of experience in federal service across both the Executive and Legislative Branches. Her legal background informs her work in ethics, conflict resolution, and workplace dynamics, with a focus on preventing disputes through effective communication and sound decision-making. She excels at developing individual solutions whether it entails training, mentoring, resource allocation or exit strategies.
TJ holds a Bachelor of Communication from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and a Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from The John Marshall Law School.

Thom Rogers, Founder, Hrothgar Ltd Consulting.
Thom Rogers is the founder of Hrothgar Ltd., a consulting practice specializing in operational and human resource strategies that enhance team dynamics and workplace productivity. A Missouri-licensed attorney with more than 30 years of experience, Thom has advised organizations on leadership, ethics, and technology across a wide range of industries and institutional settings. His career includes service as a Senate staffer and on the National Security Council staff, with substantive experience in national security, criminal law, labor relations, and IT — giving him a practical foundation for analyzing the intersection of artificial intelligence and professional responsibility. An Everything DiSC® associate and former Air Force instructor, Thom holds a JD and MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and a BBA from TCU.

Registration
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Live Broadcast | FBA Member: $0
Live Broadcast | Nonmember: $95
On-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50
On-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95

CLE
Please note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.
MyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states.
Posted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction.
For questions regarding this program, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or

Webinar: Professional Life After Your Federal Career: The Sun will Come out Tomorrow!
2026-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone**
Leaving your federal career behind, whether sudden or planned, how can you best use your skills to serve your future clientele? How do you define the groups you wish to serve in the private or not for profit sector?
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Presented by the Federal Bar Association’s Senior Lawyers Division co-sponsored by the Federal Career Service Division

Presenters

Jan Brown, Attorney, Law Office of Jan H. Brown PC
Mr. Brown is a frequent lecturer on diverse immigration-related topics for the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the New York State Bar Association, among other groups. He is also a frequent consultant on US immigration topics on WNBC TV.
Mr. Brown represents businesses and individuals on issues concerning immigrant and non-immigrant status. He is an experienced litigator before the immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals. He has brought numerous mandamus and APA actions in the district courts as well as petitions for review in the 2nd, 3rd and 5th circuits.

Andrea Sáenz, Attorney, Co-Counsel, NYC
is an immigration lawyer, teacher, and writer with over 16 years of experience in nonprofits, government, and academia. She previously served as an Appellate Immigration Judge with the Board of Immigration Appeals from 2021 to 2025, adjudicating thousands of appeals and motions and training new Immigration Judges and attorney advisors on asylum law and discretionary relief. Andrea also helped build New York’s universal representation programs as the attorney-in-charge of the New York Immigrant Family Unity Program at Brooklyn Defender Services from 2016-2021, where she supervised and litigated detained and non-detained removal defense cases, including ground-breaking federal district court and circuit court litigation challenging detention and removal. Prior to her time at BDS, Andrea served as a Clinical Teaching Fellow at the Kathryn O. Greenberg Immigration Justice Clinic at the Cardozo School of Law; an Immigration Staff Attorney at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit; an Attorney Advisor with the New York Immigration Court; and an Equal Justice Works Fellow at the Political Asylum/Immigration Representation (PAIR) Project. Andrea is a passionate trainer who has presented to advocates nationwide on habeas corpus litigation, BIA and circuit court appeals, legal writing, and bond and relief from removal. Andrea was honored with the American Immigration Lawyers Association – New York Chapter’s “Pro Bono Champion” Award in 2019 and the New York City Bar Association’s Legal Services Award in 2021. Andrea received her BA from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her JD from Harvard Law School. Prior to law school, she taught high school English as a Second Language in Houston, Texas. She is the first lawyer in her family and a former one-day Jeopardy! champion.

Ashley Akers, Litigation Attorney, Holland & Knight
Ashley Akers is a litigation attorney at Holland & Knight in the Tysons office and co-lead of the firm’s Customs and Trade Fraud Enforcement Defense Team. Her practice focuses on government enforcement actions, internal investigations, complex civil and criminal litigation, and international trade matters.
Before joining Holland & Knight, Ms. Akers served as Senior Trial Counsel in the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Division and as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Through the Attorney General’s Honors Program, she led high-stakes litigation nationwide, served as first chair in numerous trials, and managed complex fraud investigations in collaboration with federal agencies.Ms. Akers also handled criminal prosecutions and trade enforcement matters, litigated before the U.S. Court of International Trade, and argued 26 cases before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
In addition to her practice, she is a faculty lecturer for the DOJ Trial Advocacy Seminar and the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, where she trains attorneys and federal agents on litigation and investigative strategy. Ms. Akers clerked for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and was a national moot court champion during law school.

Saul Jay Singer, Counsel, District of Columbia Bar
Saul Jay Singer, Senior Legal Ethics Counsel for the District of Columbia Bar, has served as litigation counsel with the United States Department of Justice, with several top District of Columbia and Maryland firms, and as a solo practitioner. He litigated several high-profile civil rights matters, including representing high school teacher David Sanders in a federal civil rights/wrongful death action against law enforcement officials arising out of the attack at Columbine High School, and he specialized in professional discipline cases. He also served as actuary and ratemaker for several ratemaking organizations, insurance companies, and as actuary for the National Flood Insurance Program.
Mr. Singer, who also serves as counsel to the D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee and the Legal Ethics Committee, teaches Continuing Legal Education courses for the D.C. Bar, is a sought-after ethics presenter at legal seminars and conferences, and writes a Speaking of Ethics column for the Washington Lawyer. He was an Adjunct Professor of Law at the American University Washington College of Law, where he taught courses in Legal Ethics, and he previously taught courses in Legal Analysis, Research, and Writing at the University of Baltimore School of Law. His interests include working on his world-class collection of historical autographs and original documents and maintaining his delusions regarding his proficiency on the basketball court in the face of stark and brutal evidence to the contrary.

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FBA Member: $0
Nonmember: $50

Live Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts.
Internet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.

CLE
Please note CLE will not be offered for this event.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I access the virtual webinar?
A: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar.
Q: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?
A: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar.
Q: Who do I contact for more information?
A: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions.

Email Communication Policy
By registering for this event, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details, Continuing Legal Education certification, programming changes, upcoming events, surveys, and post-event communications.
Recording Disclaimer
By registering for an online FBA program, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same, do not register for the event.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact sections@fedbar.org

2026 Annual Meeting & Convention
2026-09-17 - 2026-09-19 | Omni Richmond, 100 S 12th Street, Richmond, VA, 23219
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Join Us in Richmond for the 2026 Annual Meeting & ConventionPrepare to connect, learn, and be inspired at the Federal Bar Association’s premier annual event, hosted by the Richmond Chapter. Taking place at the Omni Richmond Hotel on September 17–19, 2026, this year’s convention offers a unique opportunity to engage with the legal community in the heart of Virginia.
Why Attend?

Unparalleled Programming: Participate in high-quality educational sessions on Friday led by distinguished thought leaders in the legal field. Earn CLE credit while exploring today’s most pressing issues and innovative practices.
Expanded Networking: Build meaningful connections with peers and FBA leaders from across the nation in a collaborative and engaging setting.
A Historic Host City: Experience Richmond’s rich blend of history, culture, and modern vibrancy. From world-class dining to riverfront views, you’ll enjoy all the city has to offer just steps away from the convention venue.
Special Reception: Celebrate with us at the Science Museum of Virginia, where networking and entertainment meet against a one-of-a-kind backdrop.
Civics Day: Give back by supporting civics education for local students through engaging programming that brings the law to life.

Check back in January 2026 for more information!
