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