The Corporate Counsel Symposium 2023 is an annual event organized by the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC), designed to address the major issues facing inside counsel today. This symposium provides a platform for in-house counsel and their law firm counterparts to engage in education and discussion on the latest legal challenges affecting global companies.
Key topics covered during the symposium include strategies for effective legal holds in the era of mixed-media communications and personal devices, updates on the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, and navigating the complexities of remote and hybrid work environments. Sessions also delve into the considerations for companies deciding whether to take stances on political and social issues, as well as providing updates on recent Supreme Court decisions and their implications for various industries.
The event offers ample networking opportunities, including receptions and luncheons, allowing attendees to connect with peers facing similar challenges. Notable speakers include leading scholars and experts who provide insights into recent cases before the Supreme Court and explore issues facing the Court in 2023 and beyond.
The symposium is ideal for in-house counsel, senior executives, corporate compliance officers, and outside counsel seeking to stay informed on current legal issues and trends. Attendees will benefit from the opportunity to gain knowledge together and spend time with others who face similar issues, enhancing their professional development and expanding their professional networks.
Speakers(25)
Amanda Perez
Vice President, Chief Counsel Civil Litigation at Pfizer Inc.
Amanda Perez served as a panelist in the session on preserving privilege for in-house counsel in dual roles.
Amy Sherry Fischer
Shareholder at Foliart, Huff, Ottaway & Bottom
Amy Sherry Fischer specializes in products liability, particularly drug and medical products, personal injury, and medical liability. She has extensive experience in mass tort litigation, including class actions and toxic torts.
Christine Egner
Panelist at Continental Tire the Americas
Christine Egner participated in the session on effective legal holds in the era of mixed-media communications and personal device usage.
Craig A. Thompson
Partner at Venable LLP
Craig Thompson represents clients in commercial litigation, product liability, premises liability, and personal injury cases across federal and state courts nationwide. He is known for his assertive trial advocacy and strategic risk management.
Heidi B. Friedman
Moderator at Thompson Hine LLP
Heidi B. Friedman moderated the session providing an update on the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues.
Jackie Welch
Assistant General Counsel at The J.M. Smucker Company
Jackie Welch was a panelist discussing strategies for preserving privilege when in-house counsel serves in dual roles.
Jillian Charles
Vice President & General Counsel at Honeywell
Jillian Charles participated as a panelist in the session on ESG updates.
John Jablonski
Managing Partner at Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP
John Jablonski was a panelist discussing strategies for effective legal holds in the era of mixed-media communications and personal device usage.
Karen Glickstein
Moderator at Jackson Lewis P.C.
Karen Glickstein moderated the session on staying connected and compliant with the workforce in a remote or hybrid world.
Kim Yapchai
Former SVP and Chief ESG Officer at Tenneco
Kim Yapchai was a panelist providing insights into the evolving ESG landscape.
Latrice Lee
Senior Corporate Counsel at Alaska Airlines
Latrice Lee served as a panelist discussing workforce connectivity and compliance in remote or hybrid environments.
Lawrence Briggi
Manager e-Discovery Legal Specialist Team at IBM
Lawrence Briggi served as a panelist discussing strategies for effective legal holds in the era of mixed-media communications and personal device usage.
Mahsa Kashani Tippins
President at DCo LLC
Mahsa Kashani Tippins served as a panelist in the session on bringing mass litigation to finality.
Makila Scruggs
Deputy General Counsel - Labor and Employment at Trane Technologies
Makila Scruggs participated as a panelist in the session on maintaining workforce connectivity and compliance.
Mark Behrens
Moderator at Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP
Mark Behrens moderated the session on emerging trends in bringing mass litigation to finality.
Michele Abraham
VP, Global Corporate Compliance & Ethics at Lineage
Michele Abraham served as a panelist discussing the moving target that is ESG.
Nancy Laben
Chief Legal Officer at Booz Allen
Nancy Laben served as a panelist in the session on corporate decisions regarding political and social issues.
Nicole Brunson
Moderator at Arrival
Nicole Brunson moderated the session on preserving privilege when in-house counsel serves in dual roles.
Richard Worf
Panelist at Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, P.A.
Richard Worf was a panelist discussing emerging trends in resolving mass litigation.
Sheila Schiffman
General Counsel at Vitesco Technologies
Sheila Schiffman was a panelist discussing how companies decide whether to take stances on political and social issues.
Sherylle Francis
Moderator at Universal Property and Casualty Insurance Company
Sherylle Francis moderated the session on effective legal holds in the era of mixed-media communications and personal device usage.
Spencer H. Silverglate
Moderator at Clarke Silverglate, P.A.
Spencer H. Silverglate moderated the session on corporate decisions regarding stances on political and social issues.
Thomas J. Harris III
Panelist at Cushman & Wakefield
Thomas J. Harris III participated as a panelist discussing corporate stances on hot-button political and social issues.
Valerie E. Ross
Panelist at ArentFox Schiff LLP
Valerie E. Ross participated as a panelist discussing strategies for resolving mass litigation.
Veronica M. Lei
Panelist at Eli Lilly and Company
Veronica M. Lei participated as a panelist discussing challenges and strategies for preserving privilege in dual roles.
Event Details
- Date
- October 22-24, 2023
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Philadelphia, United States
- Loews Chicago
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- In-house counsel, senior executives, corporate compliance officers, outside counsel
- CLE Credits
- Approximately 6.0 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states and 7.2 hours of CLE credit in 50-minute states has been requested for accreditation from all mandatory continuing legal education jurisdictions where registrants are located.