The American Bar Association (ABA) Annual Meeting is the premier gathering for legal professionals, organized by the ABA to provide a platform for education, networking, and policy-making. The 2019 meeting took place from August 8 to 13 in San Francisco, California, bringing together attorneys, judges, and legal scholars from across the nation.
The event featured a diverse array of sessions covering critical topics such as the intersection of the space industry and government contracts, the impact of the global financial crisis on New York law, and the ethical considerations surrounding social media platforms. These sessions aimed to address contemporary challenges and developments within the legal profession.
Attendees had the opportunity to participate in numerous networking events, including receptions and committee meetings, fostering connections among peers and industry leaders. The meeting also highlighted notable speakers and panelists who are experts in their respective fields, providing valuable insights and perspectives.
Legal professionals seeking to stay abreast of emerging trends, enhance their knowledge, and engage with the broader legal community would find the ABA Annual Meeting an invaluable experience.
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Speakers(5)
Daniel Cook
Government Contracts Attorney at DLA Piper
Daniel Cook works with both large and small government contractors across a variety of sectors.
Kelli Hooke
Senior Corporate Counsel in Legal Compliance at T-Mobile
Kelli Hooke is a multidisciplinary attorney with 20 years of experience helping the Army solve its toughest challenges.
Milton "Skip" Smith
Head of Space Law Practice Group at Sherman & Howard
Milton Smith is head of the space law practice group at Sherman & Howard.
Shawn Cheadle
General Counsel of Operations at Lockheed Martin Space
Shawn Cheadle serves in a dual role as General Counsel to Military Space at Lockheed Martin.
Sumara M. Thompson-King
General Counsel at NASA
Sumara M. Thompson-King was selected as the General Counsel at NASA in June 2014 and serves as the agency's chief legal officer.
Event Details
- Date
- August 27, 2019
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- Marriott Marquis Hotel
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, and legal scholars