The California Appellate Defense Counsel (CADC) hosted its 32nd Annual Conference & Seminar on March 20 and 21, 2026, at the South San Francisco Conference Center. This event brought together appellate defense attorneys from across California to discuss developments in appellate law and practice.
The conference featured sessions on the practical and ethical use of AI in appellate practice, tips for creating a sustainable and satisfying appellate practice, and new issues in Racial Justice Act litigation. Notably, Associate Justice Kelli M. Evans of the Supreme Court of California delivered a keynote address.
Attendees had opportunities to network during events such as the Friday evening reception and dinner, as well as the Saturday lunch. The conference also offered up to 8.25 hours of general MCLE, appellate specialization, and criminal specialization credits, including 1.5 hours of special Technology MCLE and 1 hour of special elimination of bias MCLE.
This conference was particularly beneficial for appellate defense attorneys seeking to enhance their practice, stay informed on current issues, and fulfill continuing legal education requirements.
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Speakers(18)
Bill Robinson
Bill Robinson provides updates on mental state defenses in homicide cases.
Caitlin Christian
Caitlin Christian specializes in strategies for maintaining a fulfilling appellate practice.
Candace Hale
Candace Hale provides insights on creating a sustainable and satisfying appellate practice.
Ed Haggerty
Ed Haggerty provides announcements and awards during the conference.
Jeremy Price
Jeremy Price revisits and reframes standards of review and prejudice on appeal.
Joseph Doyle
Joseph Doyle addresses new issues in RJA litigation, focusing on elimination of bias.
Kelli M. Evans
Associate Justice at Supreme Court of California
The Honorable Kelli M. Evans serves as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of California.
Leslie Barry
Leslie Barry discusses effective collaboration between trial and appellate attorneys.
Mariko Nakanashi
Mariko Nakanashi explores the advantages of collaboration between trial and appellate attorneys.
Megan Hutchinson
Megan Hutchinson is a legal professional specializing in the practical and ethical use of AI in appellate practice.
Meredith Wallis
Meredith Wallis discusses the effects of the Child Abuse Central Index on juvenile dependency appeals.
Michelle Peña
Michelle Peña discusses the end TPR movement and guardianship promotion.
Nicole Ozer
Nicole Ozer is an expert in the ethical implications of AI within the legal field.
Nicole Phillips
Nicole Phillips focuses on integrating AI technologies into appellate practice.
Ray LeBov
Ray LeBov delivers announcements and awards at the conference.
Rebecca Jones
Rebecca Jones is a legal professional who moderated the session featuring Justice Kelli M. Evans.
Sean Burleigh
Sean Burleigh examines the Child Abuse Central Index and its impact on juvenile dependency appeals.
Zabrina Aleguire
Zabrina Aleguire advocates for promoting guardianship as a stable alternative to adoption.
Event Details
- Date
- March 20-21, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 South San Francisco, United States
- South San Francisco Conference Center
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Appellate defense attorneys
- CLE Credits
- Up to 8.25 hours of general MCLE, appellate specialization, and criminal specialization; 1.5 hours of special Technology MCLE; 1 hour of special elimination of bias MCLE
- Attendees
- Not specified