With the launch of ChatGPT4, many dispute resolution professionals have become paranoid about artificial intelligence replacing them. What if AI learns to  play the role of mediator or arbitrator, for a penny a case? How can we compete with algorithms that never sleep, speak 100 languages, and  can read a million cases in an afternoon? Are we destined to become obsolete relics, just waiting around to be upgraded to a better model?

This program will address how to preserve issues for appeal in state civil cases. Two appellate attorneys will discuss how to preserve the record at various stages of litigation to protect your client’s appellate rights, and they will address common mistakes that lead to forfeiture of issues on appeal. The goal of the program is to provide a better understanding of the importance of protecting the record in the trial court and how to do so. This program is great for civil trial and appellate attorneys.

Changes to mediation practice initially triggered by the pandemic appear to be long-lasting. Join us to consider new strategies and ethical considerations to optimize mediation preparation and outcomes.  The panel – former litigators, a former general counsel, and retired judge – will share their insights and experiences to help advocates improve their ADR efforts.

Please join us for a panel discussion with Magistrate Judges Louise A. LaMothe, Michael R. Wilner, plaintiff’s attorney Brian T. Dunn, and one to two other attorneys on the settlement of Section 1983 Civil Rights cases.

This program will address key bias and ethical rules and governing principles in both settlement and arbitration.

This program will identify substance use and mental health issues among attorneys, discuss an attorney’s ethical obligations regarding an impaired colleague, explain how to avoid a disciplinary complaint and discuss resources available to attorneys.