The Southeast Complex Litigation Forum is an annual conference dedicated to exploring the latest developments in mass torts, class actions, and whistleblower cases. Organized by the Tennessee Bar Association, this event brings together national litigators to discuss cutting-edge aggregate litigation, including emerging issues involving medical devices, pharmaceutical drugs, and consumer products.
Key topics covered at the forum include the fundamentals of class actions and multi-district litigations, whistleblower cases under the False Claims Act, and practical guidance on identifying and prosecuting mass torts and class action cases. Sessions also delve into current trends and best practices in complex litigation.
Attendees have the opportunity to engage in networking sessions, participate in panel discussions, and hear from notable speakers such as Mark Chalos, Tricia Herzfeld, and Josh Burgener. The forum is designed to benefit plaintiffs' lawyers, defense lawyers, and in-house counsel seeking to stay informed on emerging issues and enhance their litigation strategies.
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Speakers(15)
Alistair Newbern
Professor at Vanderbilt Law School
Alistair Newbern runs the Vanderbilt Law School Appellate Litigation Clinic, where students practice before appellate courts on behalf of clients who could not otherwise afford representation. Her research focuses on access to the courts for underrepresented litigants.
Harper Segui
Attorney at Lee Segui Firm
Harper Segui is an attorney at the Lee Segui Firm, focusing on complex litigation, including mass torts and class actions.
Henry Leventis
Attorney at Holland & Knight
Henry Leventis is an attorney at Holland & Knight, with experience in whistleblower cases under the False Claims Act. He has been involved in discussions on current and recent trends in FCA litigation.
James Bilsborrow
Associate Attorney at Weitz & Luxenberg PC
James Bilsborrow is an associate attorney in the Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection group at Weitz & Luxenberg PC. He has been involved in significant cases, including the BP oil spill litigation, where he helped secure medical benefits for victims.
Jennifer Hoekstra
Attorney at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC
Jennifer Hoekstra is an attorney at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC, focusing on mass torts and class actions. She has been involved in significant pharmaceutical and medical device litigation.
Josh Burgener
Attorney at Frost Brown Todd
Josh Burgener is an attorney at Frost Brown Todd, with experience in class actions and multi-district litigations. He has participated in discussions on the relevant statutes, rules, and key cases in aggregate litigation.
Kenneth Byrd
Partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein
Kenneth Byrd is a partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, representing consumers in consumer protection cases and individuals in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits across Tennessee and the Southeast.
Mark P. Chalos
Partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein
Mark Chalos is a partner at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, focusing on complex litigation. He has experience in mass torts, class actions, and whistleblower cases, representing plaintiffs in significant cases involving medical devices, pharmaceutical drugs, and consumer products.
Rachel Geman
Attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein
Rachel Geman is an attorney at Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, with experience in whistleblower cases under the False Claims Act. She has participated in discussions on the basics of FCA litigation and working with the government.
Rob McGuire
Acting US Attorney at Middle Tennessee
Rob McGuire is the Acting US Attorney for Middle Tennessee. He has extensive experience in litigation, with over 90 jury trials to his credit, and has been involved in discussions on whistleblower cases under the False Claims Act.
Ryan Loofbourrow
Attorney at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C.
Ryan Loofbourrow is an attorney at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C., specializing in complex litigation. He has experience in mass torts and class actions.
Sean W. Martin
Shareholder at Carr Allison
Sean W. Martin is a shareholder in the Chattanooga office of Carr Allison, with experience in diverse areas of law, including construction, insurance, retail, hospitality, and transportation industries.
Stuart Burkhalter
Attorney at Riley & Jacobson
Stuart Burkhalter practices complex commercial litigation at Riley & Jacobson, with experience in state and federal courts, as well as private arbitration, on a range of matters including contract disputes and intellectual property litigation.
Terrence O. Reed
Senior Counsel at FedEx Express
Terrence Reed is a Senior Counsel at FedEx Express, specializing in employment law and complex commercial litigation. He has extensive trial experience in various state and federal courts.
Tricia Herzfeld
Attorney at Herzfeld, Suetholz, Gastel, Leniski and Wall PLLC
Tricia Herzfeld is an attorney at Herzfeld, Suetholz, Gastel, Leniski and Wall PLLC. She has experience in complex litigation, including class actions and multi-district litigations, and has been involved in discussions on the basics of class actions and mass torts.
Event Details
- Date
- September 10, 2021
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States
- Tennessee Bankers Association Training Center
- Pricing
- $200 - $360
- Audience
- Plaintiffs' lawyers, defense lawyers, in-house counsel
- CLE Credits
- 4.5 General Hours