U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform Summit 2020: Future in Focus
The U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) hosted Summit 2020: Future in Focus, a virtual event held on October 20, 2020. This premier legal reform symposium brought together leading legal experts, business leaders, government officials, and media representatives to discuss pressing issues affecting the civil justice system and the global business community.
The summit addressed key topics such as the impact of tort costs on small businesses, the U.S. Department of Justice's enforcement priorities, the dynamics behind increasing nuclear verdicts, and the political outlook for 2020. Sessions included discussions on new ILR research regarding small business tort costs, insights into the Department of Justice's regulatory reform efforts, and analyses of societal shifts influencing large jury awards.
Notable speakers featured at the event included Jeffrey Clark, Acting Assistant Attorney General of the Civil Division at the U.S. Department of Justice; Harold Kim, President of the Institute for Legal Reform; David Axelrod, Senior Political Commentator for CNN; and Michael Murphy, Political Consultant and Analyst for NBC News. Their contributions provided valuable perspectives on the evolving legal landscape and its implications for businesses.
The summit was particularly relevant for chief compliance and legal officers, chief risk officers, directors of government affairs, board and audit committee members, senior litigators, general counsel, law firm partners, and service providers. Attendees gained insights into current legal trends, enforcement priorities, and policy solutions essential for navigating the complexities of the civil justice system.
Speakers(13)
Ashlee Rich Stephenson
Vice President and National Political Director, Political Affairs and Federation Relations at U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Ashlee Rich Stephenson is the Vice President and National Political Director for Political Affairs and Federation Relations at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Bob Tyson
Partner at Tyson & Mendes
Bob Tyson is a Partner at Tyson & Mendes, specializing in civil litigation defense and known for his work in reducing nuclear verdicts.
Christina Marinakis
Shareholder and Director of Jury Research at Litigation Insights
Christina Marinakis is a Shareholder and Director of Jury Research at Litigation Insights, providing expertise in jury consulting and trial strategy.
Chuck Jones
Owner at Jones Coffee Roasters
Chuck Jones is the Owner of Jones Coffee Roasters, a family-owned business known for its specialty coffee and community engagement.
David Axelrod
Senior Political Commentator at CNN
David Axelrod is a Senior Political Commentator for CNN, host of 'The Axe Files,' and Director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics; he served as Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2011.
David McKnight
Senior Associate at The Brattle Group
David McKnight is a Senior Associate at The Brattle Group, specializing in economic analysis and consulting on complex litigation matters.
Harold H. Kim
President at U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform
Harold Kim serves as the President of the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform, leading efforts to improve the nation's litigation climate.
Jeffrey Clark
Acting Assistant Attorney General, Civil Division at U.S. Department of Justice
Jeffrey Clark is the Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division at the U.S. Department of Justice, overseeing civil litigation and enforcement matters.
Michael Murphy
Political Consultant
Michael Murphy is a political consultant and analyst for NBC News, known for his commentary and former column in TIME magazine.
Mike Murphy
Political Strategist at NBC News
Mike Murphy is a Political Strategist and Political Analyst for NBC News, known for his work on various political campaigns.
Oriana Senatore
Senior Vice President, Policy and Research at U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform
Oriana Senatore is the Senior Vice President of Policy and Research at the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform, leading research initiatives to improve the legal environment for businesses.
Robert Tyson, Jr.
Partner at Tyson & Mendes
Robert Tyson, Jr. is a Partner at Tyson & Mendes, specializing in defense litigation and known for his expertise in handling high-stakes cases.
Yafit Cohn
Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer and Group General Counsel at The Travelers Companies, Inc.
Yafit Cohn serves as Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer, and Group General Counsel at The Travelers Companies, Inc., overseeing sustainability initiatives and legal affairs.
Event Details
- Date
- October 21, 2020
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Chief compliance and legal officers, chief risk officers, directors of government affairs, board and audit committee members, senior litigators, general counsel, law firm partners, and service providers.