Federal Bar Association

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

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.

Webinar: Jurisdiction, Remedies, and other Challenges in Crypto-Related Litigation
2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00
**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 | 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.

2026 United States Supreme Court Admissions Ceremony
2026-05-21 07:30 - 12:00 | 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
**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.
Recording Disclaimer
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.

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
**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.

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

Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
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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!
