NACDL's 2026 West Coast White Collar Conference
The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) is hosting its 14th Annual West Coast White Collar Conference from June 24 to 26, 2026, at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, California. This premier event is renowned for delivering substantive content on emerging issues and the latest topics in white-collar defense, featuring a distinguished faculty from diverse practice areas.
The conference agenda includes sessions such as "When the World is Watching: Representing High-Profile Clients," "Defending Democracy: Representing Non-Profits Under Threat," and "Augmenting Advocacy: The Role of AI in Modern Defense Practice." Additionally, attendees can participate in a keynote luncheon titled "SCOTUS Round-up" and engage in discussions on effective trial strategies, immigration issues, and ethical considerations in criminal defense.
Beyond the educational sessions, the conference offers ample networking opportunities, including a welcome reception on June 24 and a networking reception on June 25. An exhibitor hall will showcase products and services relevant to white-collar defense practitioners. Notable speakers include Kristen Frost and Richard Tegtmeier, who will share their expertise on effective trial techniques and representing high-profile clients.
This conference is ideal for criminal defense attorneys, legal professionals, and others involved in white-collar defense seeking to stay abreast of current trends, enhance their skills, and expand their professional networks.
Speakers(31)
Adam Gasner
Attorney
Adam Gasner is an attorney moderating the panel 'Immigration and Border Issues for the Criminal Defense Lawyer'.
Addy Schmitt
Partner at Kropf Moseley Schmitt
Addy Schmitt is a Partner at Kropf Moseley Schmitt in Washington, DC, and serves as a Program Chair for the conference.
Amy Craig
Attorney
Amy Craig is an attorney participating in the panel 'Augmenting Advocacy: the Role of AI in Modern Defense Practice'.
Amy Richardson
Attorney
Amy Richardson is an attorney participating in the panel 'The Ethical Edge: Navigating Hard Calls in Criminal Defense'.
Andrea Moseley
Attorney
Andrea Moseley is an attorney participating in the panel 'The Ethical Edge: Navigating Hard Calls in Criminal Defense'.
Andrew Birrell
President at NACDL
Andrew Birrell is the President of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) and practices in Minneapolis, MN.
Andrew Wise
Attorney
Andrew Wise is an attorney participating in the panel 'Effective Openings & Powerful Closings'.
Anne Chapman
Attorney
Anne Chapman is an attorney participating in the panel 'Augmenting Advocacy: the Role of AI in Modern Defense Practice'.
Ariel Neuman
Attorney
Ariel Neuman is an attorney moderating the panel 'Effective Openings & Powerful Closings'.
Barry Pollack
Attorney
Barry Pollack is an attorney participating in the panel 'When the World is Watching: Representing High-Profile Clients'.
Ben Au
Attorney
Ben Au is an attorney moderating the panel 'Augmenting Advocacy: the Role of AI in Modern Defense Practice'.
Dan Olmos
Attorney
Dan Olmos is an attorney participating in the panel 'Immigration and Border Issues for the Criminal Defense Lawyer'.
Easha Anand
Attorney at Stanford University
Easha Anand is an attorney at Stanford University delivering the keynote luncheon 'SCOTUS Round-up'.
Hon. Jon Tigar
Judge at U.S. District Court Northern District of California
Hon. Jon Tigar is a judge at the U.S. District Court Northern District of California in Oakland, CA, participating in the panel 'Perspectives from the Bench'.
Hon. Kymberley Evanson
Judge at U.S. District Court Western District of Washington
Hon. Kymberley Evanson is a judge at the U.S. District Court Western District of Washington in Seattle, WA, participating in the panel 'Perspectives from the Bench'.
Hon. Richard A. Jones
Judge at U.S. District Court Western District of Washington
Hon. Richard A. Jones is a judge at the U.S. District Court Western District of Washington in Seattle, WA, participating in the panel 'Perspectives from the Bench'.
Jay Nanavati
Attorney
Jay Nanavati is an attorney participating in the panel 'Defending Democracy: Representing Non-Profits Under Threat'.
Jessica Carmichael
Attorney
Jessica Carmichael is an attorney participating in the panel 'When the World is Watching: Representing High-Profile Clients'.
Josh Cohen
Attorney
Josh Cohen is an attorney participating in the panel 'Augmenting Advocacy: the Role of AI in Modern Defense Practice'.
Kristen Frost
Attorney
Kristen Frost is an attorney participating in the panel 'Effective Openings & Powerful Closings'.
Mark Stevens
Attorney
Mark Stevens is an attorney participating in the panel 'Immigration and Border Issues for the Criminal Defense Lawyer'.
Martín Sabelli
Attorney
Martín Sabelli is an attorney participating in the panel 'The Ethical Edge: Navigating Hard Calls in Criminal Defense'.
Matt Kaiser
Attorney
Matt Kaiser is an attorney moderating the panel 'The Ethical Edge: Navigating Hard Calls in Criminal Defense'.
Maya Ingram
Attorney
Maya Ingram is an attorney participating in the panel 'Defending Democracy: Representing Non-Profits Under Threat'.
Michael Proctor
Attorney
Michael Proctor is an attorney moderating the panel 'From Instinct to Insight: Modern Voir Dire and Strategic Jury Research'.
Michael Schafler
Attorney
Michael Schafler is an attorney participating in the panel 'From Instinct to Insight: Modern Voir Dire and Strategic Jury Research'.
Monique Abrishami
Attorney
Monique Abrishami is an attorney participating in the panel 'Defending Democracy: Representing Non-Profits Under Threat'.
Richard Tegtmeier
Attorney
Richard Tegtmeier is an attorney participating in the panel 'When the World is Watching: Representing High-Profile Clients'.
Shaffy Moeel
Attorney
Shaffy Moeel is an attorney participating in the panel 'From Instinct to Insight: Modern Voir Dire and Strategic Jury Research'.
Steven Ragland
Partner at Keker Van Nest & Peters LLP
Steven Ragland is a Partner at Keker Van Nest & Peters LLP in San Francisco, CA, and serves as a Program Chair for the conference.
Todd Pugh
Attorney
Todd Pugh is an attorney participating in the panel 'Effective Openings & Powerful Closings'.
Event Details
- Date
- June 24-26, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- Hotel Nikko
- Pricing
- $479 - $939
- Audience
- Criminal defense attorneys, legal professionals, and others involved in white-collar defense.
- CLE Credits
- Approx. 10 CLE hours, including ethics credits.