The 7th ACTL Trial Advocacy Program is a tuition-free event organized by the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL), scheduled for May 29-31, 2026, in San Francisco, California. Hosted by Morrison Foerster, this program is designed to enhance courtroom skills for lawyers at various stages of their careers.
The program focuses on fostering excellence in advocacy, training ethical trial lawyers, and building trust in the civil justice system. It emphasizes "learning by watching" and "learning by doing" through faculty demonstrations, guided discussions, and constructive critiques. Participants will engage in simulated courtroom settings, culminating in team-based trial exercises.
Enrollment is capped at fifty lawyers on a first-come basis, with a waitlist established once capacity is reached. Interested attorneys are encouraged to contact the program organizers for registration details.
Speakers(2)
Laurie Blackiston
Program Coordinator at Morrison Foerster
Laurie Blackiston is coordinating the 7th ACTL Trial Advocacy Program, facilitating logistics and participant engagement.
Tom Heiden
Program Chair at American College of Trial Lawyers
Tom Heiden is the Program Chair for the 7th ACTL Trial Advocacy Program, overseeing the event's organization and execution.
Event Details
- Date
- May 29-31, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- Morrison Foerster
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Lawyers seeking to develop or improve their courtroom skills.
- Attendees
- Capped at fifty (50) lawyers.