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5th Annual Western Regional CLE Program on Class Actions and Mass Torts

by American Bar Association Section of Litigation

The 5th Annual Western Regional CLE Program on Class Actions and Mass Torts is a half-day event organized by the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Litigation. This program brings together legal professionals to discuss current trends and challenges in class action and mass tort litigation.

The event features four panel discussions covering topics such as class action ethics, the role of expert witnesses in securities class actions, and the impact of emerging technologies on the class action landscape. Panelists include federal judges, plaintiffs' and defense attorneys, academics, experts, and private mediators.

Notable sessions include "The Proliferation of Class Action Opt-Out Litigation: Prosecuting, Defending, and Settling Direct Actions" and "Brave New World: How New and Emerging Technologies Are Changing the Class Action Landscape." These panels provide insights into the evolving nature of class action litigation and the challenges posed by technological advancements.

The program is designed for legal practitioners involved in class action and mass tort litigation, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities to enhance their practice.

Speakers(8)

Cameron Azari

Senior Vice President at Epiq

Cameron Azari is a nationally recognized notice expert with extensive experience in class action and mass tort settlements.

Cheryl A. Falvey

Partner at Crowell & Moring LLP

Cheryl A. Falvey is a partner at Crowell & Moring LLP, with expertise in product risk management and litigation. She participated in a panel titled 'Brave New World: How New and Emerging Technologies Are Changing the Class Action Landscape' at the event.

Daniel A. Sasse

Partner at Crowell & Moring LLP

Daniel A. Sasse is a partner at Crowell & Moring LLP, specializing in antitrust and competition law. He participated in a panel titled 'The Proliferation of Class Action Opt-Out Litigation: Prosecuting, Defending, and Settling Direct Actions' at the event.

Danielle S. Myers

Partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP

Danielle S. Myers is a partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, focusing on securities litigation. She has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer in America and has presented on securities fraud at various conferences, including the 5th Annual Western Regional CLE Program on Class Actions and Mass Torts.

Debra J. Aron

Vice President at Charles River Associates

Debra J. Aron is a Vice President at Charles River Associates, providing economic analysis in class action and mass tort litigation.

Jennifer L. Mesko

Partner at Tucker Ellis LLP

Jennifer L. Mesko is a partner at Tucker Ellis LLP, focusing on class action litigation and mass torts.

Josh Thomas Foust

Counsel at Crowell & Moring LLP

Josh Thomas Foust serves as counsel at Crowell & Moring LLP, focusing on complex litigation matters. He participated in a panel titled 'Brave New World: How New and Emerging Technologies Are Changing the Class Action Landscape' at the event.

Laurie A. Novion

Partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP

Laurie A. Novion is a partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP, specializing in class action and mass tort litigation. She moderated the panel 'The Proliferation of Class Action Opt-Out Litigation: Prosecuting, Defending, and Settling Direct Actions' at the event.

Event Details

Date
June 22, 2018
Location
🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
Clyde & Co LLP
Audience
Legal professionals involved in class action and mass tort litigation
CLE Credits
4 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 4.8 credit hours in 50-minute states

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