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Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Marc Williams Marc Williams's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2008 - October 2009
Job Office Managing Partner, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough December 2009 - Present
Huddleston Bolen LLP June 1985 - November 2009
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2008 - October 2009
Marshall University August 1991 - May 2007
Putnam County Development Authority June 1982 - August 1982
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Trials, Trade Secrets, Personal Injury, Torts, Employment Law, Healthcare, Toxic Tort, Professional Liability, Bad Faith, Construction Law, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Mediation, Health Law, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Legal Writing, Environmental Law, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Privacy Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury..., Litigation Management, Litigation Support, Courts, Liability, Wrongful Death, Hearings, Non-compete Agreements, Legal Issues, Employment..., Defense
Education
West Virginia University College of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D.
Marshall University 1978 — 1982
B.A., History; minors in English and Finance
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough December 2009 - Present
Huddleston Bolen LLP June 1985 - November 2009
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2008 - October 2009
Marshall University August 1991 - May 2007
Putnam County Development Authority June 1982 - August 1982
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Trials, Trade Secrets, Personal Injury, Torts, Employment Law, Healthcare, Toxic Tort, Professional Liability, Bad Faith, Construction Law, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Mediation, Health Law, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Legal Writing, Environmental Law, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Privacy Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury..., Litigation Management, Litigation Support, Courts, Liability, Wrongful Death, Hearings, Non-compete Agreements, Legal Issues, Employment..., Defense
Education
West Virginia University College of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D.
Marshall University 1978 — 1982
B.A., History; minors in English and Finance
Mary Re Knack Mary Re Knack's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2009 - Present
Job Member at Ogden Murphy Wallace
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Ogden Murphy Wallace May 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1998 - Present
Williams Kastner March 1997 - May 2015
Williams Kastner March 1997 - May 2015
Skills
Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Trial Practice, Litigation
Education
The University of Connecticut School of Law 1990 — 1993
JD, Law
Smith College 1984 — 1988
BA, Architecture and Urban Studies
Ogden Murphy Wallace May 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1998 - Present
Williams Kastner March 1997 - May 2015
Williams Kastner March 1997 - May 2015
Skills
Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Trial Practice, Litigation
Education
The University of Connecticut School of Law 1990 — 1993
JD, Law
Smith College 1984 — 1988
BA, Architecture and Urban Studies
Carter Thompson Carter Thompson's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2004 - 2012
Job Product Liability Defense Lawyer & Commercial Litigator
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC May 2007 - Present
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2010 - 2015
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2010 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2004 - 2012
Butler Snow O'Mara Stevens & Cannada, PLLC May 1984 - May 2007
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Class Actions, Professional Liability, Torts, Defense, Liability, Mediation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Appeals, Personal Injury, Toxic Tort, Legal Advice, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death, Insurance Law, Courts, Civil Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Trial Practice, Business Litigation, Drug Product, Medical Devices, Litigation Support, Health Law, Litigation Management, Trials, Environmental Law, Drug and device..., Industrial Product..., Mass torts, Arbitration
Education
University of Mississippi School of Law 1981 — 1984
J.D., Law
Mississippi College 1977 — 1981
B.A., History, English, Business
Callaway High School 1974 — 1977
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC May 2007 - Present
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2010 - 2015
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2010 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
Product Liability Advisory Council, Inc. 2005 - 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2004 - 2012
Butler Snow O'Mara Stevens & Cannada, PLLC May 1984 - May 2007
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Class Actions, Professional Liability, Torts, Defense, Liability, Mediation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Appeals, Personal Injury, Toxic Tort, Legal Advice, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death, Insurance Law, Courts, Civil Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Trial Practice, Business Litigation, Drug Product, Medical Devices, Litigation Support, Health Law, Litigation Management, Trials, Environmental Law, Drug and device..., Industrial Product..., Mass torts, Arbitration
Education
University of Mississippi School of Law 1981 — 1984
J.D., Law
Mississippi College 1977 — 1981
B.A., History, English, Business
Callaway High School 1974 — 1977
Autumn Wolfer, MA Autumn Wolfer, MA's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience February 2010 - September 2011
Job Director of Marketing and Membership at Financial Managers Society, Inc
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Financial Managers Society, Inc. September 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2010 - September 2011
SmithBucklin August 2006 - February 2010
Treacy Marketing Group March 2005 - August 2006
DWS Investments April 2002 - May 2004
DWS Investments August 2000 - April 2002
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Trade Associations, Professional..., Public Relations, Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Project Management, Press Releases, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Market Research, Online Marketing, Budgets, Email Marketing, Internal Communications, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Leadership, CRM, Media Relations, Trade Shows, Editing, Social Networking, Brand Development, Content Management, Nonprofits, Training, Coaching, New Business Development, Direct Marketing, Event Planning, Speech Writing
Education
DePaul University 2004 — 2007
Master of Arts, Public Relations and Advertising
Central Michigan University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Interpersonal and Public Communication
Financial Managers Society, Inc. September 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2010 - September 2011
SmithBucklin August 2006 - February 2010
Treacy Marketing Group March 2005 - August 2006
DWS Investments April 2002 - May 2004
DWS Investments August 2000 - April 2002
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Trade Associations, Professional..., Public Relations, Marketing, Newsletters, Event Management, Project Management, Press Releases, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Market Research, Online Marketing, Budgets, Email Marketing, Internal Communications, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Leadership, CRM, Media Relations, Trade Shows, Editing, Social Networking, Brand Development, Content Management, Nonprofits, Training, Coaching, New Business Development, Direct Marketing, Event Planning, Speech Writing
Education
DePaul University 2004 — 2007
Master of Arts, Public Relations and Advertising
Central Michigan University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Interpersonal and Public Communication
Elijah Watkins Elijah Watkins's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2013 - 2015
Job Attorney at Stoel Rives LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Stoel Rives LLP May 2012 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2013 - 2015
Latham & Watkins December 2009 - May 2012
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation May 2009 - August 2009
Latham & Watkins May 2008 - August 2008
Vedder Price May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Legal Research, Westlaw, Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Appeals, Intellectual Property, Family Law, Product Liability, Contract Negotiation, Dispute Resolution, Public Speaking, Securities Litigation, Trials
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2006 — 2009
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2002 — 2006
B.S., Organizational Communications
Stoel Rives LLP May 2012 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2013 - 2015
Latham & Watkins December 2009 - May 2012
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation May 2009 - August 2009
Latham & Watkins May 2008 - August 2008
Vedder Price May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Legal Research, Westlaw, Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Appeals, Intellectual Property, Family Law, Product Liability, Contract Negotiation, Dispute Resolution, Public Speaking, Securities Litigation, Trials
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2006 — 2009
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2002 — 2006
B.S., Organizational Communications
Todd Presnell Todd Presnell's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Chair, DRI Annual Meeting Steering Committee at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP June 2012 - Present
Miller & Martin PLLC December 1999 - May 2012
Education
The University of Memphis—Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law 1992 — 1995
JD
Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee 1987 — 1991
B.S., Public Administration
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP June 2012 - Present
Miller & Martin PLLC December 1999 - May 2012
Education
The University of Memphis—Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law 1992 — 1995
JD
Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee 1987 — 1991
B.S., Public Administration
Heidi B. (Goldstein) Friedman Heidi B. (Goldstein) Friedman's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience January 2005 - Present
Job Partner, Environmental and Products Liability at Thompson Hine LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Thompson Hine LLP January 2005 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2005 - Present
Thompson Hine LLP September 1995 - Present
Skills
Environmental Compliance, Environmental Law, Toxic Tort, Environmental Awareness
Education
Case Western Reserve University School of Law 1992 — 1995
JD
The Ohio State University 1988 — 1992
BS, Psychology
Thompson Hine LLP January 2005 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2005 - Present
Thompson Hine LLP September 1995 - Present
Skills
Environmental Compliance, Environmental Law, Toxic Tort, Environmental Awareness
Education
Case Western Reserve University School of Law 1992 — 1995
JD
The Ohio State University 1988 — 1992
BS, Psychology
David Chamberlain David Chamberlain's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience September 2009 - September 2011
Job Partner, Chamberlain McHaney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Texas Chapters of the American Board of Trial Advocates January 2014 - Present
State Bar of Texas June 2015 - Present
State Bar of Texas Insurance Trust February 2014 - Present
Chamberlain McHaney January 1983 - Present
Elephant Room February 1991 - Present
Austin Bar Foundation July 2012 - June 2013
Austin Bar Association June 2011 - July 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar September 2009 - September 2011
Texas Association of Defense Counsel November 2004 - November 2005
Austin Young Lawyers Association June 1986 - June 1987
Skills
Product Liability, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Professional Liability, Construction, Oil, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Civil Litigation, Torts, Mediation, Personal Injury..., Medical Malpractice, Appeals, Insurance Law, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Bad Faith, Premises Liability, Insurance Coverage..., Professional Malpractice, Liability, Trial Practice, Wrongful Death, Complex Litigation, Construction Law, Contract Disputes, Environmental, General Litigation, Trial Advocacy, Public Liability, Defense, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Family Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Hearings, Business Litigation, Class Actions, Automobile Accidents, Courts, Corporate Law, Breach Of Contract, Dispute, Depositions, Litigation Support, Administrative Law
Education
St. Mary's University School of Law 1975 — 1978
J.D.
Texas Chapters of the American Board of Trial Advocates January 2014 - Present
State Bar of Texas June 2015 - Present
State Bar of Texas Insurance Trust February 2014 - Present
Chamberlain McHaney January 1983 - Present
Elephant Room February 1991 - Present
Austin Bar Foundation July 2012 - June 2013
Austin Bar Association June 2011 - July 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar September 2009 - September 2011
Texas Association of Defense Counsel November 2004 - November 2005
Austin Young Lawyers Association June 1986 - June 1987
Skills
Product Liability, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Professional Liability, Construction, Oil, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Civil Litigation, Torts, Mediation, Personal Injury..., Medical Malpractice, Appeals, Insurance Law, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Bad Faith, Premises Liability, Insurance Coverage..., Professional Malpractice, Liability, Trial Practice, Wrongful Death, Complex Litigation, Construction Law, Contract Disputes, Environmental, General Litigation, Trial Advocacy, Public Liability, Defense, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Family Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Hearings, Business Litigation, Class Actions, Automobile Accidents, Courts, Corporate Law, Breach Of Contract, Dispute, Depositions, Litigation Support, Administrative Law
Education
St. Mary's University School of Law 1975 — 1978
J.D.
Dan Kohane Dan Kohane's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2005 - 2008
Job Over 35 Years Experience in Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation #kohane
Industry Law Practice
Experience
University at Buffalo Law School 1988 - Present
Hurwitz & Fine, PC February 1980 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2005 - 2008
Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Coverage Analysis, Expert Witness, Insurance Coverage..., Bad Faith, Counseling, Insurance Law, Liability, Coverage, Insurance, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Construction Law, Litigation Management, Analysis, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Product Liability, Claim, Trial Practice, Torts, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Corporate Law, Environmental Law, Legal Research, Professional Liability, Defense, Courts, Licensing, Alternative Dispute..., Trials, Class Actions, Legal Assistance, Dispute Resolution, Coverage Issues, Public Liability
Education
SUNY Buffalo Law School 1976 — 1979
JD, Law
State University of New York at New Paltz 1971 — 1975
BA, Magna Cum Laude, Political Science
University at Buffalo Law School 1988 - Present
Hurwitz & Fine, PC February 1980 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2005 - 2008
Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Coverage Analysis, Expert Witness, Insurance Coverage..., Bad Faith, Counseling, Insurance Law, Liability, Coverage, Insurance, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Construction Law, Litigation Management, Analysis, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Product Liability, Claim, Trial Practice, Torts, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Corporate Law, Environmental Law, Legal Research, Professional Liability, Defense, Courts, Licensing, Alternative Dispute..., Trials, Class Actions, Legal Assistance, Dispute Resolution, Coverage Issues, Public Liability
Education
SUNY Buffalo Law School 1976 — 1979
JD, Law
State University of New York at New Paltz 1971 — 1975
BA, Magna Cum Laude, Political Science
William Sampson's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1975 - 2011
Job Partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Shook, Hardy & Bacon 1987 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1975 - 2011
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law 1993 - 1998
University of Kansas School of Law 1994 - 1995
Foulston Siefkin, Wichita, Kansas 1975 - 1987
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Courts, Legal Writing, Class Actions, Appeals, Defense, Torts, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Trials, Mediation, Non-compete Agreements, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Public Liability, Criminal Defense, Litigation Support, Alternative Dispute..., Automobile Accidents, Legal Research, Insurance Law, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Bad Faith, Hearings, Administrative Law, Litigation Management, Corporate Law, Toxic Tort, Family Law, Wills, Personal Injury..., Health Law, White Collar Criminal..., Professional Malpractice, Bankruptcy, Trade Secrets, Medical Malpractice, Breach Of Contract, Employment..., Environmental Law, Discrimination, Appellate Practice, Depositions, Civil Rights
Education
University of Kansas School of Law 1968 — 1971
JD
University of Kansas 1964 — 1968
Bachelor's Degree, With Honors, History
Shook, Hardy & Bacon 1987 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1975 - 2011
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law 1993 - 1998
University of Kansas School of Law 1994 - 1995
Foulston Siefkin, Wichita, Kansas 1975 - 1987
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Courts, Legal Writing, Class Actions, Appeals, Defense, Torts, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Trials, Mediation, Non-compete Agreements, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Public Liability, Criminal Defense, Litigation Support, Alternative Dispute..., Automobile Accidents, Legal Research, Insurance Law, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Bad Faith, Hearings, Administrative Law, Litigation Management, Corporate Law, Toxic Tort, Family Law, Wills, Personal Injury..., Health Law, White Collar Criminal..., Professional Malpractice, Bankruptcy, Trade Secrets, Medical Malpractice, Breach Of Contract, Employment..., Environmental Law, Discrimination, Appellate Practice, Depositions, Civil Rights
Education
University of Kansas School of Law 1968 — 1971
JD
University of Kansas 1964 — 1968
Bachelor's Degree, With Honors, History
Douglas Burrell Douglas Burrell's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2013 - Present
Job National Director at DRI The Voice of The Defense Bar
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of The Defense Bar October 2013 - Present
Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP September 2001 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2013
DRI 2009 - 2011
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association 2006 - 2011
Woodbury County Attorneys Office - Sioux City, Iowa 1997 - 2000
Shuttlesworth & Ingersoll, PC 1994 - 1997
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Trial Practice, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Defense, Medical Malpractice, Corporate Law, Trials, Torts, Insurance Law, Legal Writing, Trade Secrets, Business Litigation, Jury Trials, Automobile Accidents, Class Actions, Personal Injury..., Courts
Education
University of Iowa College of Law 1989 — 1994
JD/MBA, Law & Business
University of Iowa 1982 — 1986
BA, Communications
Washington High School
DRI - The Voice of The Defense Bar October 2013 - Present
Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP September 2001 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2013
DRI 2009 - 2011
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association 2006 - 2011
Woodbury County Attorneys Office - Sioux City, Iowa 1997 - 2000
Shuttlesworth & Ingersoll, PC 1994 - 1997
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Trial Practice, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Defense, Medical Malpractice, Corporate Law, Trials, Torts, Insurance Law, Legal Writing, Trade Secrets, Business Litigation, Jury Trials, Automobile Accidents, Class Actions, Personal Injury..., Courts
Education
University of Iowa College of Law 1989 — 1994
JD/MBA, Law & Business
University of Iowa 1982 — 1986
BA, Communications
Washington High School
Lauren Bartlett Lauren Bartlett's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2005 - 2011
Job Partner at Loeb Law Firm
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Loeb Law Firm April 2014 - Present
Leake & Andersson, L.L.P. September 2003 - April 2014
Loeb Law Firm 2014 - 2014
Angel's Grove Ranch 2012 - 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2005 - 2011
The Mason Law Firm August 2002 - September 2003
Sixth Judicial Circuit Court for the County of Pinellas, State of Florida January 2002 - May 2002
Sixth Judicial Circuit for the County of Pinellas, State of Florida August 2001 - December 2001
Pinellas County State Attorney's Office May 2001 - August 2001
Self - Employed August 1997 - July 1999
Education
Stetson University College of Law 2001 — 2002
Law
Western State University College of Law 1999 — 2001
JD, Law
Louisiana State University 1991 — 1997
BA, Communications, Economics, Classics
Loeb Law Firm April 2014 - Present
Leake & Andersson, L.L.P. September 2003 - April 2014
Loeb Law Firm 2014 - 2014
Angel's Grove Ranch 2012 - 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2005 - 2011
The Mason Law Firm August 2002 - September 2003
Sixth Judicial Circuit Court for the County of Pinellas, State of Florida January 2002 - May 2002
Sixth Judicial Circuit for the County of Pinellas, State of Florida August 2001 - December 2001
Pinellas County State Attorney's Office May 2001 - August 2001
Self - Employed August 1997 - July 1999
Education
Stetson University College of Law 2001 — 2002
Law
Western State University College of Law 1999 — 2001
JD, Law
Louisiana State University 1991 — 1997
BA, Communications, Economics, Classics
Steven Schwegman Steven Schwegman's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2009 - October 2012
Job Shareholder, Quinlivan & Hughes
Industry Legal Services
Experience
St. Cloud State University 1987 - Present
Quinlivan & Hughes August 1985 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2009 - October 2012
DRI October 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Liability, Product Liability, Defense, Trial Practice, Claim, Jury Trials, Legal Research, Arbitration, Professional Liability, Litigation, Employment Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury..., Courts, Depositions, Construction Law, Alternative Dispute..., Litigation Management
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1981 — 1984
jd, Law
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School 1977 — 1981
bs, Business
St. Cloud State University 1987 - Present
Quinlivan & Hughes August 1985 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2009 - October 2012
DRI October 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Liability, Product Liability, Defense, Trial Practice, Claim, Jury Trials, Legal Research, Arbitration, Professional Liability, Litigation, Employment Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury..., Courts, Depositions, Construction Law, Alternative Dispute..., Litigation Management
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1981 — 1984
jd, Law
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School 1977 — 1981
bs, Business
Tim Schimberg Tim Schimberg's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1982 - 2009
Job partner at Fowler, Schimberg & Flanagan
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Fowler, Schimberg & Flanagan April 1987 - Present
Colorado Defense Lawyers Assn 1980 - 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1982 - 2009
Education
Drake University Law School 1977 — 1980
JD
University of Notre Dame 1967 — 1971
Bachelor of arts
Fowler, Schimberg & Flanagan April 1987 - Present
Colorado Defense Lawyers Assn 1980 - 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1982 - 2009
Education
Drake University Law School 1977 — 1980
JD
University of Notre Dame 1967 — 1971
Bachelor of arts
Jillian Burnickas's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience February 2013 - Present
Job Executive Assistant at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Financial Services
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2013 - Present
Carthage College February 2011 - February 2013
Carthage College May 2012 - July 2012
Limestone City Bar and Lounge September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Statistics, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Stata, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Teamwork, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Econometrics, Economics, Novell, CX, Journal Entries, Cash Receipts, Accounts Receivable, Deposits
Education
Carthage College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor’s Degree, Economics
John Cabot University 2009 — 2010
Economics
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2013 - Present
Carthage College February 2011 - February 2013
Carthage College May 2012 - July 2012
Limestone City Bar and Lounge September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Statistics, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Stata, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Teamwork, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Econometrics, Economics, Novell, CX, Journal Entries, Cash Receipts, Accounts Receivable, Deposits
Education
Carthage College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor’s Degree, Economics
John Cabot University 2009 — 2010
Economics
Toyja Kelley Toyja Kelley's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Tydings & Rosenberg LLP August 2003 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Washington and Lee University September 2013 - Present
Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc. June 2013 - June 2014
DRI- 2009 - October 2011
Lord & Whip, P.A. August 2002 - August 2003
Maryland Court of Special Appeals May 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Construction Law, Trial Practice, Arbitration, Courts, Class Actions, Toxic Tort, Torts, Employment Law, Insurance Law, Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Intellectual Property, Wrongful Death, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Dispute
Education
The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
Franklin & Marshall College 1994 — 1998
B.A., Anthropology
Saint Mary's Hall 1990 — 1994
HS Diploma
Tydings & Rosenberg LLP August 2003 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Washington and Lee University September 2013 - Present
Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc. June 2013 - June 2014
DRI- 2009 - October 2011
Lord & Whip, P.A. August 2002 - August 2003
Maryland Court of Special Appeals May 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Construction Law, Trial Practice, Arbitration, Courts, Class Actions, Toxic Tort, Torts, Employment Law, Insurance Law, Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Intellectual Property, Wrongful Death, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Dispute
Education
The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
Franklin & Marshall College 1994 — 1998
B.A., Anthropology
Saint Mary's Hall 1990 — 1994
HS Diploma
Craig Mayfield Craig Mayfield's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2011 - October 2012
Job Shareholder at Hill, Ward & Henderson
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Hill, Ward & Henderson September 2000 - Present
DRI International 2010 - 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2012
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Trial Practice, Mediation, Medical Devices, Consumer Products, Defense, Torts, Arbitration, Trade Secrets, Personal Injury..., Public Speaking, Toxic Tort
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1991 — 1995
BS, Political Science
Stetson University College of Law 1998 — 2000
JD w/honors, Trial Advocacy
Stetson University 1999 — 2000
JD/MBA
Hill, Ward & Henderson September 2000 - Present
DRI International 2010 - 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2012
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Trial Practice, Mediation, Medical Devices, Consumer Products, Defense, Torts, Arbitration, Trade Secrets, Personal Injury..., Public Speaking, Toxic Tort
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1991 — 1995
BS, Political Science
Stetson University College of Law 1998 — 2000
JD w/honors, Trial Advocacy
Stetson University 1999 — 2000
JD/MBA
Eileen Austria Eileen Austria's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience February 2001 - Present
Job Accountant at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2001 - Present
Midwest Baptist Conference July 2000 - February 2001
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews December 1993 - May 2000
Skills
Peachtree, Monthly Closing, Account Reconciliation, Financial Statements, PowerPoint, Business, GAAP, Microsoft Office, Project Accounting, Accounting Applications, Balance, Ledger, Invoicing, Variance Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Revenue Recognition
Education
DeVry University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
DePaul University 1985 — 1988
M.S., Computer Science
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1985
B.S., Political Science
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2001 - Present
Midwest Baptist Conference July 2000 - February 2001
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews December 1993 - May 2000
Skills
Peachtree, Monthly Closing, Account Reconciliation, Financial Statements, PowerPoint, Business, GAAP, Microsoft Office, Project Accounting, Accounting Applications, Balance, Ledger, Invoicing, Variance Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Revenue Recognition
Education
DeVry University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
DePaul University 1985 — 1988
M.S., Computer Science
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1985
B.S., Political Science
Matt Biscan Matt Biscan's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1987 - 2010
Job Member at Satriana & Biscan, LLC
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Satriana & Biscan, LLC March 2014 - Present
Clisham, Satriana & Biscan, LLC January 2004 - March 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1987 - 2010
Hall & Evans, LLC March 1987 - December 2003
Mountain States Legal Foundation September 1985 - February 1987
Office of the General Counsel, U.S. General Accounting Office June 1984 - August 1985
The Honorable Robert J. Yock, United States Claims Court January 1983 - June 1984
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Insurance Law, Public Liability, Professional Liability, Professional Malpractice, Health Law, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Appeals, Courts, Wrongful Death, Legal Writing, Liability, Trial Practice, Torts, Mediation, Trials, Insurance, Claim, Legal Advice, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Litigation Support, Employment Law, Licensing, Automobile Accidents, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Breach Of Contract, Legal Assistance, Intellectual Property, Administrative Law, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Litigation Management, Family Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort
Education
The George Washington University Law School 1981 — 1984
J.D.
St. John's University 1977 — 1981
B.A., English
Satriana & Biscan, LLC March 2014 - Present
Clisham, Satriana & Biscan, LLC January 2004 - March 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1987 - 2010
Hall & Evans, LLC March 1987 - December 2003
Mountain States Legal Foundation September 1985 - February 1987
Office of the General Counsel, U.S. General Accounting Office June 1984 - August 1985
The Honorable Robert J. Yock, United States Claims Court January 1983 - June 1984
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Insurance Law, Public Liability, Professional Liability, Professional Malpractice, Health Law, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Appeals, Courts, Wrongful Death, Legal Writing, Liability, Trial Practice, Torts, Mediation, Trials, Insurance, Claim, Legal Advice, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Litigation Support, Employment Law, Licensing, Automobile Accidents, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Breach Of Contract, Legal Assistance, Intellectual Property, Administrative Law, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Litigation Management, Family Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort
Education
The George Washington University Law School 1981 — 1984
J.D.
St. John's University 1977 — 1981
B.A., English
Brooks Magratten Brooks Magratten's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2007 - 2010
Job Partner at Pierce Atwood LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Pierce Atwood LLP February 2009 - Present
DRI 2007 - Present
ABA 1995 - 2011
DRI International 2010 - 2010
DRI International 2010 - 2010
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - 2010
IADC 2004 - 2010
IADC 2004 - 2010
Vetter & White June 1987 - February 2009
Skills
Public Liability, Appeals, Litigation, Trials, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Business Litigation, ERISA, Risk Management, Civil Litigation, Wrongful Death, Class Actions, Litigation Support, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Mediation, Legal Writing, Torts, Insurance Law, Arbitration, Courts, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Insurance, Employment Law
Education
Dickinson Law 1983 — 1986
JD
Hamilton College 1979 — 1983
Pierce Atwood LLP February 2009 - Present
DRI 2007 - Present
ABA 1995 - 2011
DRI International 2010 - 2010
DRI International 2010 - 2010
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - 2010
IADC 2004 - 2010
IADC 2004 - 2010
Vetter & White June 1987 - February 2009
Skills
Public Liability, Appeals, Litigation, Trials, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Business Litigation, ERISA, Risk Management, Civil Litigation, Wrongful Death, Class Actions, Litigation Support, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Mediation, Legal Writing, Torts, Insurance Law, Arbitration, Courts, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Insurance, Employment Law
Education
Dickinson Law 1983 — 1986
JD
Hamilton College 1979 — 1983
Henry Sneath Henry Sneath's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2011 - October 2012
Job Business and Intellectual Property Attorney at Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. August 2002 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2012
Doepken, Keevican & Weiss July 1998 - July 2002
Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebenek & Eck July 1988 - July 1998
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Professional Liability, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Copyright Law, Toxic Tort, Trademarks, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Arbitration, Class Actions, Mediation, Patents, Torts, Trade Secrets, Public Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation Support, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Insurance Law, Dispute, Employment Law, Wrongful Death, Bad Faith, Litigation Management, Legal Writing, Alternative Dispute..., Trials, Health Law, Medical Malpractice, Environmental Law, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Patent Litigation, Legal Research, Claim, Corporate Law, Prosecution
Education
Duquesne University School of Law 1980 — 1983
J.D., Law
Hamilton College 1976 — 1980
AB, English, Economics
Haverford School 1970 — 1976
Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. August 2002 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2011 - October 2012
Doepken, Keevican & Weiss July 1998 - July 2002
Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebenek & Eck July 1988 - July 1998
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Professional Liability, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Copyright Law, Toxic Tort, Trademarks, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Arbitration, Class Actions, Mediation, Patents, Torts, Trade Secrets, Public Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation Support, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Insurance Law, Dispute, Employment Law, Wrongful Death, Bad Faith, Litigation Management, Legal Writing, Alternative Dispute..., Trials, Health Law, Medical Malpractice, Environmental Law, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Patent Litigation, Legal Research, Claim, Corporate Law, Prosecution
Education
Duquesne University School of Law 1980 — 1983
J.D., Law
Hamilton College 1976 — 1980
AB, English, Economics
Haverford School 1970 — 1976
Kurt Meaders Kurt Meaders's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1994 - 2011
Job Managing Attorney at Meaders & Lanagan, Attorneys at Law
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Meaders & Lanagan, Attorneys at Law May 2013 - Present
Sedgwick LLP 2001 - May 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1994 - 2011
Dickinson Place Charitable Trust 2008 - 2009
Strasburger & Price, LLP 1994 - 2001
Skills
Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Appeals, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Mediation, Construction Law, Torts, Courts, Trials, Wrongful Death, Employment Law, Litigation Support, Trade Secrets, Toxic Tort, Insurance Law, Dispute Resolution, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Litigation Management, Bankruptcy, Legal Assistance, Bad Faith, Depositions, Breach Of Contract
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctorate, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctorate, Law
Washburn University 1984 — 1988
BS, Finance and Economics
Wellington High School 1981 — 1984
Meaders & Lanagan, Attorneys at Law May 2013 - Present
Sedgwick LLP 2001 - May 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1994 - 2011
Dickinson Place Charitable Trust 2008 - 2009
Strasburger & Price, LLP 1994 - 2001
Skills
Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Appeals, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Mediation, Construction Law, Torts, Courts, Trials, Wrongful Death, Employment Law, Litigation Support, Trade Secrets, Toxic Tort, Insurance Law, Dispute Resolution, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Litigation Management, Bankruptcy, Legal Assistance, Bad Faith, Depositions, Breach Of Contract
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctorate, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctorate, Law
Washburn University 1984 — 1988
BS, Finance and Economics
Wellington High School 1981 — 1984
Rob Hunter Rob Hunter's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2007 - 2010
Job General Counsel at Altec, Inc.
Industry Machinery
Experience
Altec, Inc. 1999 - Present
Lawyers for Civil Justice May 2014 - May 2015
IADC Corporate Counsel College April 2013 - April 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - 2010
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2007 - 2010
29 Dreams Motorcycle Resort 2000 - 2010
International Association of Defense Counsel 2008 - 2009
International Association of Defense Counsel 2004 - 2007
Alabama Hunter-Jumper Association 1998 - 1999
Lange, Simpson, Robinson & Somerville 1976 - 1999
Skills
Mediation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Corporate Governance, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Appeals, Licensing, Construction Law, Defense, Litigation Support, Legal Assistance, Class Actions, Trade Secrets, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Claim, Insurance, Business, Insurance Law, Trials, Legal Advice, Environmental Law, Courts, Privacy Law, Trademarks, Alternative Dispute..., Bankruptcy, Patents, International Law, Legal Issues, Copyright Law, Legal Compliance, Patent Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competition Law, Administrative Law, Trademark Infringement, Torts, Restructuring, Securities Regulation
Education
Cornell Law School 1973 — 1976
JD, Law
Mississippi State University 1969 — 1973
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Altec, Inc. 1999 - Present
Lawyers for Civil Justice May 2014 - May 2015
IADC Corporate Counsel College April 2013 - April 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - 2010
Lawyers for Civil Justice 2007 - 2010
29 Dreams Motorcycle Resort 2000 - 2010
International Association of Defense Counsel 2008 - 2009
International Association of Defense Counsel 2004 - 2007
Alabama Hunter-Jumper Association 1998 - 1999
Lange, Simpson, Robinson & Somerville 1976 - 1999
Skills
Mediation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Corporate Governance, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Appeals, Licensing, Construction Law, Defense, Litigation Support, Legal Assistance, Class Actions, Trade Secrets, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Claim, Insurance, Business, Insurance Law, Trials, Legal Advice, Environmental Law, Courts, Privacy Law, Trademarks, Alternative Dispute..., Bankruptcy, Patents, International Law, Legal Issues, Copyright Law, Legal Compliance, Patent Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competition Law, Administrative Law, Trademark Infringement, Torts, Restructuring, Securities Regulation
Education
Cornell Law School 1973 — 1976
JD, Law
Mississippi State University 1969 — 1973
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Heidi Goebel's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1999 - Present
Job Litigation Attorney, Commercial and Product Liability Claims, Salt Lake City, Utah
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Christensen & Jensen August 2004 - Present
FDCC July 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - Present
ALFA International 1997 - 2014
Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine 2001 - 2003
Leagre Chandler & Millard 2000 - 2001
White and Raub 1997 - 2000
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Mediation, Insurance, Legal Research, Arbitration, Employment Law, Public Liability, Legal Writing, Construction Law, Negotiation, Torts, Professional Malpractice, Claim, Health Law, Litigation Management, Wrongful Death, Trials, Courts, Personal Injury..., Medical Malpractice
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 1994 — 1997
JD
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
BS, English, Business
Crawfordsville high school
Christensen & Jensen August 2004 - Present
FDCC July 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - Present
ALFA International 1997 - 2014
Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine 2001 - 2003
Leagre Chandler & Millard 2000 - 2001
White and Raub 1997 - 2000
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Mediation, Insurance, Legal Research, Arbitration, Employment Law, Public Liability, Legal Writing, Construction Law, Negotiation, Torts, Professional Malpractice, Claim, Health Law, Litigation Management, Wrongful Death, Trials, Courts, Personal Injury..., Medical Malpractice
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 1994 — 1997
JD
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
BS, English, Business
Crawfordsville high school
Amy R. Coté, Esq.'s DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Municipal Authorities & Business Risk Management Specialist at OneGroup NY, Inc.
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
OneGroup NY, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Rochester Museum & Science Center June 2014 - Present
Rochester Museum & Science Center November 2012 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2014 - Present
Parent Advisory Group, Care-a-lot Child Care Inc. April 2012 - July 2015
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP July 2011 - October 2014
K&J Safety and Security Consulting Services, Inc. 2011 - 2014
HONOR Foundation 2005 - 2014
Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority August 2005 - August 2011
Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys 2005 - 2009
Skills
Litigation, Claims, Transportation, Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Insurance, Workers Compensation, Liability, Risk Management, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Claim, Operations Management, Product Liability, Management, Arbitration, Mediation, Appeals, Program Management, Torts, Insurance Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Corporate Law, Alternative Dispute..., Employment Law, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Strategic Planning, Legal Assistance, Leadership, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Research, Training, Policy, Team Building, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Government, Project Management, Westlaw, Fundraising, Event Planning, Corporate Governance, Analysis
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor
State University of New York at Albany 1996 — 1998
BA, magna cum laude
University of Wyoming 1994 — 1996
Rush-Henrietta High School
OneGroup NY, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Rochester Museum & Science Center June 2014 - Present
Rochester Museum & Science Center November 2012 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2014 - Present
Parent Advisory Group, Care-a-lot Child Care Inc. April 2012 - July 2015
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP July 2011 - October 2014
K&J Safety and Security Consulting Services, Inc. 2011 - 2014
HONOR Foundation 2005 - 2014
Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority August 2005 - August 2011
Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys 2005 - 2009
Skills
Litigation, Claims, Transportation, Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Insurance, Workers Compensation, Liability, Risk Management, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Claim, Operations Management, Product Liability, Management, Arbitration, Mediation, Appeals, Program Management, Torts, Insurance Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Corporate Law, Alternative Dispute..., Employment Law, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Strategic Planning, Legal Assistance, Leadership, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Research, Training, Policy, Team Building, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Government, Project Management, Westlaw, Fundraising, Event Planning, Corporate Governance, Analysis
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor
State University of New York at Albany 1996 — 1998
BA, magna cum laude
University of Wyoming 1994 — 1996
Rush-Henrietta High School
Daniel McCune's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1999 - Present
Job Managing Member, Childs McCune LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Childs McCune LLC March 2014 - Present
Denver Bar Association July 2010 - Present
Colorado Bar Association July 2008 - Present
Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel 2006 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - Present
Denver Bar Association July 2013 - July 2014
Attorney, Kennedy Childs P.C January 1988 - March 2014
The Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel July 2011 - July 2013
Colorado/Denver Bar Association July 2011 - December 2012
Colorado Bar Association 2009 - 2010
Skills
Business Litigation, Legal Malpractice, Miscellaneous..., Civil Litigation, Business Planning, Trials, Product Liability, Insurance Law, Torts, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury..., Defense, Litigation Support, Risk Management, Health Law, Administrative Law
Education
Kansas Law Review 1982 — 1983
Associate Editor
University of Kansas School of Law 1980 — 1983
J.D, Law
University of Kansas 1976 — 1980
B.A, Political Science and Government
Childs McCune LLC March 2014 - Present
Denver Bar Association July 2010 - Present
Colorado Bar Association July 2008 - Present
Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel 2006 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - Present
Denver Bar Association July 2013 - July 2014
Attorney, Kennedy Childs P.C January 1988 - March 2014
The Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel July 2011 - July 2013
Colorado/Denver Bar Association July 2011 - December 2012
Colorado Bar Association 2009 - 2010
Skills
Business Litigation, Legal Malpractice, Miscellaneous..., Civil Litigation, Business Planning, Trials, Product Liability, Insurance Law, Torts, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury..., Defense, Litigation Support, Risk Management, Health Law, Administrative Law
Education
Kansas Law Review 1982 — 1983
Associate Editor
University of Kansas School of Law 1980 — 1983
J.D, Law
University of Kansas 1976 — 1980
B.A, Political Science and Government
Paul Haffeman Paul Haffeman's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2012 - Present
Job Experienced defense trial attorney at Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2012 - Present
Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe August 1988 - Present
Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C. 1988 - Present
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Courts, Appeals, Personal Injury, Legal Advice, Mediation, Arbitration, Torts, Product Liability, Class Actions, Trial Practice, Trials
Education
The University of Montana 1985 — 1988
Juris Doctor, Law
Montana State University-Bozeman
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2012 - Present
Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe August 1988 - Present
Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C. 1988 - Present
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Courts, Appeals, Personal Injury, Legal Advice, Mediation, Arbitration, Torts, Product Liability, Class Actions, Trial Practice, Trials
Education
The University of Montana 1985 — 1988
Juris Doctor, Law
Montana State University-Bozeman
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Tonya Almond, CMP's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2000 - 2005
Job Innovative association management professional
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry October 2009 - Present
AAPMR 2005 - 2009
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2000 - 2005
SmithBucklin January 1996 - October 2000
Skills
Event Management, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Convention Services, Association Management, Hospitality, Corporate Events, Registration, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Contract Negotiation, Nonprofits, Tourism, Venue Management, Revenue Analysis, Leadership, Location Intelligence, Sponsorship, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Conference Coordination, Destination Marketing, Banquets, Project Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry October 2009 - Present
AAPMR 2005 - 2009
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2000 - 2005
SmithBucklin January 1996 - October 2000
Skills
Event Management, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Convention Services, Association Management, Hospitality, Corporate Events, Registration, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Contract Negotiation, Nonprofits, Tourism, Venue Management, Revenue Analysis, Leadership, Location Intelligence, Sponsorship, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Conference Coordination, Destination Marketing, Banquets, Project Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Advertising
Neva G. Lusk Neva G. Lusk's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2010 - Present
Job Trial LawyerMember, Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2010 - Present
IADC 2004 - Present
Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC July 1991 - Present
DRI--The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2012
DTCWV 2005 - 2006
Kanawha County, West Virginia, Prosecuting Attorney March 1981 - July 1991
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Trial Practice, Torts, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Mediation, Health Law, Trials, Wrongful Death, Courts, Appeals, Arbitration, Insurance Law, Public Liability, Litigation Support, Environmental Law, Medical Malpractice, Business Litigation, Construction Law, White Collar Criminal..., Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Employment..., Litigation Management, Employment Law, Trade Secrets, Legal Writing, Civil Rights, Attorneys
Education
West Virginia University 1977 — 1980
J.D.
Marshall University 1974 — 1977
A.B., Political Science
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2010 - Present
IADC 2004 - Present
Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC July 1991 - Present
DRI--The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2012
DTCWV 2005 - 2006
Kanawha County, West Virginia, Prosecuting Attorney March 1981 - July 1991
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Trial Practice, Torts, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Mediation, Health Law, Trials, Wrongful Death, Courts, Appeals, Arbitration, Insurance Law, Public Liability, Litigation Support, Environmental Law, Medical Malpractice, Business Litigation, Construction Law, White Collar Criminal..., Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Employment..., Litigation Management, Employment Law, Trade Secrets, Legal Writing, Civil Rights, Attorneys
Education
West Virginia University 1977 — 1980
J.D.
Marshall University 1974 — 1977
A.B., Political Science
Richard Boyette Richard Boyette's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1993 - Present
Job Attorney at Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - Present
Cranfill, Sumner & Hartzog, LLP August 1980 - Present
Harmonie Group 2004 - 2010
IADC 2003 - 2009
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Dispute, Appeals, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Business Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice, Employment Law, Wrongful Death, Professional Negligence, Public Liability, Criminal Defense, Construction Law, Insurance, Litigation Support, Legal Research, Torts, Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Courts, Legal Malpractice, Corporate Law, Defense
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1970 — 1977
AB; JD with Honors, History; Law
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - Present
Cranfill, Sumner & Hartzog, LLP August 1980 - Present
Harmonie Group 2004 - 2010
IADC 2003 - 2009
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Dispute, Appeals, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Business Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice, Employment Law, Wrongful Death, Professional Negligence, Public Liability, Criminal Defense, Construction Law, Insurance, Litigation Support, Legal Research, Torts, Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Courts, Legal Malpractice, Corporate Law, Defense
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1970 — 1977
AB; JD with Honors, History; Law
Gary Carter's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Partner at Kelly Hart & Pitre
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Kelly Hart & Pitre July 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2015 - Present
Entergy June 2007 - July 2015
McGlinchey Stafford September 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Trial Attorney, Litigation Management, Oral Argument and Debate, Public Speaking, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Crisis Management, Investing and Consulting, Litigation, Product Liability, Trials, Legal Advice
Education
Tulane University Law School 1999 — 2002
Doctor of Law (JD), Granted Certificate in Environmental Law
Xavier University of Louisiana 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Kelly Hart & Pitre July 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2015 - Present
Entergy June 2007 - July 2015
McGlinchey Stafford September 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Trial Attorney, Litigation Management, Oral Argument and Debate, Public Speaking, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Crisis Management, Investing and Consulting, Litigation, Product Liability, Trials, Legal Advice
Education
Tulane University Law School 1999 — 2002
Doctor of Law (JD), Granted Certificate in Environmental Law
Xavier University of Louisiana 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Sarah Vlcek Sarah Vlcek's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Senior Coordinator, SLDO Relations at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar May 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2009 - May 2015
The Executives' Club of Chicago September 2005 - July 2009
Donors Forum of Chicago 2003 - 2005
Skills
Non-profits, Writing, Event Planning, Social Media, Membership Recruitment, Membership Management, Membership Marketing, Membership Services, Membership Retention, Association Management, Professional..., Nonprofits, Marketing, Retaining Customers, Management, iMIS, Recruiting, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Meeting Planning, Social Networking, Member Relations, Sponsorship, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1999 — 2003
Institut d'Etudes politiques d'Aix-en-Provence 2001 — 2002
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar May 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2009 - May 2015
The Executives' Club of Chicago September 2005 - July 2009
Donors Forum of Chicago 2003 - 2005
Skills
Non-profits, Writing, Event Planning, Social Media, Membership Recruitment, Membership Management, Membership Marketing, Membership Services, Membership Retention, Association Management, Professional..., Nonprofits, Marketing, Retaining Customers, Management, iMIS, Recruiting, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Meeting Planning, Social Networking, Member Relations, Sponsorship, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1999 — 2003
Institut d'Etudes politiques d'Aix-en-Provence 2001 — 2002
Charles Cole's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 1987 - Present
Job Complex Civil and Jury Trial Attorney, Chicago, Schuyler, Roche & Crisham
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Schuyler, Roche & Crisham, PC February 1998 - Present
Mackrell International February 2007 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel June 1992 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 1987 - Present
Cole Grasso Fencl & Skinner March 1990 - October 1995
Hinshaw & Culbertson July 1983 - March 1990
Skills
Trial Practice, Legal Advice, Teaching, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Mediation, Defense, Insurance Law, Appeals, Torts, Medical Malpractice, Courts, Class Actions, Liability, Depositions, Trials, Professional Liability, Personal Injury..., Litigation Support, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Insurance, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Wrongful Death, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute, Construction Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort, Legal Assistance, Professional Malpractice
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1974 — 1977
J.D., Law
Illinois Institute of Technology 1970 — 1974
B.S, Psychology
Sullivan High School 1966 — 1970
Schuyler, Roche & Crisham, PC February 1998 - Present
Mackrell International February 2007 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel June 1992 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 1987 - Present
Cole Grasso Fencl & Skinner March 1990 - October 1995
Hinshaw & Culbertson July 1983 - March 1990
Skills
Trial Practice, Legal Advice, Teaching, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Mediation, Defense, Insurance Law, Appeals, Torts, Medical Malpractice, Courts, Class Actions, Liability, Depositions, Trials, Professional Liability, Personal Injury..., Litigation Support, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Insurance, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Wrongful Death, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute, Construction Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort, Legal Assistance, Professional Malpractice
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1974 — 1977
J.D., Law
Illinois Institute of Technology 1970 — 1974
B.S, Psychology
Sullivan High School 1966 — 1970
Barb (Barbara C.) Neff Barb (Barbara C.) Neff's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1993 - 2000
Job Freelance writer and editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
BLR 2010 - Present
Crowe Horwath LLP 2004 - Present
PDI Global/Thomson Reuters 2001 - Present
Clarity Communication Services 2001 - Present
UCSD Extension 2008 - 2013
Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University 2004 - 2005
Religion News Service 2003 - 2004
Medill News Service 2002 - 2002
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - 2000
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Twitter, Social Media, Legal Writing, Financial Writing, Newsletters, Publications, Non-profits, Editorial, Social Networking, Corporate Communications, Articles, Publishing, Proofreading, Content Development, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University
MS, Journalism
Marquette University Law School
JD, Law
Marquette University
BS, Business Administration (Marketing)
BLR 2010 - Present
Crowe Horwath LLP 2004 - Present
PDI Global/Thomson Reuters 2001 - Present
Clarity Communication Services 2001 - Present
UCSD Extension 2008 - 2013
Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University 2004 - 2005
Religion News Service 2003 - 2004
Medill News Service 2002 - 2002
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - 2000
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Writing, Twitter, Social Media, Legal Writing, Financial Writing, Newsletters, Publications, Non-profits, Editorial, Social Networking, Corporate Communications, Articles, Publishing, Proofreading, Content Development, Blogging
Education
Northwestern University
MS, Journalism
Marquette University Law School
JD, Law
Marquette University
BS, Business Administration (Marketing)
Michael M. Marick Michael M. Marick's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation and Counseling at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP April 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson LLP 1994 - April 2015
DRI-The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2012 - October 2014
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law 1987 - 1998
Phelan Pope & John September 1985 - February 1994
Hinshaw & Culbertson May 1982 - September 1985
Skills
Insurance Law, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Insurance, Civil Litigation, Professional Liability, Courts, Litigation Management, Claim, Bad Faith
Education
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law 1979 — 1982
J.D., Law
Denison University 1975 — 1979
B.A., Economics, Political Science
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP April 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson LLP 1994 - April 2015
DRI-The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2012 - October 2014
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law 1987 - 1998
Phelan Pope & John September 1985 - February 1994
Hinshaw & Culbertson May 1982 - September 1985
Skills
Insurance Law, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Insurance, Civil Litigation, Professional Liability, Courts, Litigation Management, Claim, Bad Faith
Education
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law 1979 — 1982
J.D., Law
Denison University 1975 — 1979
B.A., Economics, Political Science
Michelle Alamo's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2014 - 2014
Job Member at Dickinson Wright PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Dickinson Wright PLLC September 2001 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2014 - 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2014 - 2014
Honorable Patrick J. Duggan, United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan 1999 - 2001
General Motors 1993 - 1996
Delco Products (now Delphi) 1989 - 1993
Skills
Trade Secrets, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Patent Litigation, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Mediation
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Summa Cum Laude
Kettering University 1989 — 1993
B.S.E.E.
Waverly High School
Dickinson Wright PLLC September 2001 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2014 - 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2014 - 2014
Honorable Patrick J. Duggan, United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan 1999 - 2001
General Motors 1993 - 1996
Delco Products (now Delphi) 1989 - 1993
Skills
Trade Secrets, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Patent Litigation, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Mediation
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Summa Cum Laude
Kettering University 1989 — 1993
B.S.E.E.
Waverly High School
Joseph M. Fasi II's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1986 - Present
Job Equity Partner at Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP January 2006 - Present
FDCC 2004 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1986 - Present
DRI 2001 - 2004
Skills
Lead Trial Counsel, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Class Actions, Construction Law, Appeals, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Torts, Trials, Employment Law, Courts, Professional Liability, Health Law, Dispute Resolution, Bad Faith, Dispute, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Hearings, Trial Practice, Bankruptcy, Defense, Environmental Law, Litigation Management, Family Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort, Wrongful Death, Liability, Legal Assistance, Employment..., Personal Injury..., Breach Of Contract, Discrimination, Civil Rights, Alternative Dispute..., Professional Malpractice, Automobile Accidents, Non-compete Agreements
Education
Stetson University College of Law 1981 — 1983
JD, Law
Seattle University 1976 — 1978
Master's degree, Theology/Theological Studies
Marquette University 1972 — 1976
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP January 2006 - Present
FDCC 2004 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1986 - Present
DRI 2001 - 2004
Skills
Lead Trial Counsel, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Class Actions, Construction Law, Appeals, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Torts, Trials, Employment Law, Courts, Professional Liability, Health Law, Dispute Resolution, Bad Faith, Dispute, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Hearings, Trial Practice, Bankruptcy, Defense, Environmental Law, Litigation Management, Family Law, Business Litigation, Toxic Tort, Wrongful Death, Liability, Legal Assistance, Employment..., Personal Injury..., Breach Of Contract, Discrimination, Civil Rights, Alternative Dispute..., Professional Malpractice, Automobile Accidents, Non-compete Agreements
Education
Stetson University College of Law 1981 — 1983
JD, Law
Seattle University 1976 — 1978
Master's degree, Theology/Theological Studies
Marquette University 1972 — 1976
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
David W. Zizik's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2012 - 2015
Job Rhode Island and Massachusetts insurance coverage and defense trial attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Zizik Professional Corporation October 1988 - Present
Association of Defense Trial Attorneys 2004 - Present
Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel 2007 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2012 - 2015
Emerson College Parents Leadership Council 2005 - 2010
Skills
Litigation, Torts, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Insurance, Mediation, Legal Research, Defense, Commercial Litigation, Public Liability, Employment Law, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death, Professional Liability, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Insurance coverage and..., Insurance Law, Litigation Management, Corporate Law, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Appeals, Liability, Legal Assistance, Medical Malpractice, Alternative Dispute..., Claim, Personal Injury..., Bad Faith, Class Actions, Courts, Dispute, Employment...
Education
Boston College Law School 1976 — 1979
J.D., magna cum laude, Law
Boston College 1972 — 1976
B.A., Theology, magna cum laude
Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft, NJ 1968 — 1972
College/University Preparatory Program
Zizik Professional Corporation October 1988 - Present
Association of Defense Trial Attorneys 2004 - Present
Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel 2007 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2012 - 2015
Emerson College Parents Leadership Council 2005 - 2010
Skills
Litigation, Torts, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Insurance, Mediation, Legal Research, Defense, Commercial Litigation, Public Liability, Employment Law, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death, Professional Liability, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Insurance coverage and..., Insurance Law, Litigation Management, Corporate Law, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Appeals, Liability, Legal Assistance, Medical Malpractice, Alternative Dispute..., Claim, Personal Injury..., Bad Faith, Class Actions, Courts, Dispute, Employment...
Education
Boston College Law School 1976 — 1979
J.D., magna cum laude, Law
Boston College 1972 — 1976
B.A., Theology, magna cum laude
Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft, NJ 1968 — 1972
College/University Preparatory Program
Denise Dickerson Denise Dickerson's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience April 2012 - April 2014
Job Partner at Sutter O'Connell; Chair Automotive Specialized Litigation Group at DRI
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Sutter O'Connell February 2002 - Present
DRI April 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2012 - April 2014
Reminger & Reminger May 1995 - February 2002
Skills
Personal Injury, Torts, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Professional Liability, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Claim, Contract Negotiation, Arbitration, Litigation, Product Liability, Appeals, Mediation, Personal Injury..., Construction Law, Defense, Professional Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Intellectual Property, Class Actions, Public Speaking, Corporate Law, Administrative Law, Trial Practice, Litigation Support
Education
Cleveland State University 1992 — 1995
JD, Law
Temple University 1985 — 1989
B.S., Athletic Admin
Sutter O'Connell February 2002 - Present
DRI April 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2012 - April 2014
Reminger & Reminger May 1995 - February 2002
Skills
Personal Injury, Torts, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Professional Liability, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Claim, Contract Negotiation, Arbitration, Litigation, Product Liability, Appeals, Mediation, Personal Injury..., Construction Law, Defense, Professional Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Intellectual Property, Class Actions, Public Speaking, Corporate Law, Administrative Law, Trial Practice, Litigation Support
Education
Cleveland State University 1992 — 1995
JD, Law
Temple University 1985 — 1989
B.S., Athletic Admin
Tana Petrich Tana Petrich's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2010 - August 2011
Job Court Liaison, CourtCall, LLC
Industry Legal Services
Experience
CourtCall, LLC October 2011 - Present
Texas Book Festival 1998 - 2013
National Foundation for Judicial Excellence December 2010 - August 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - August 2011
Texas Center for the Judicary July 1996 - August 2010
National Alliance of Business 1989 - 1994
Skills
Non-profits, Mediation, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Policy, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Leadership, Research, Policy Analysis, Government, Workforce Development, Event Management, Conflict Resolution, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Policy, Psychotherapy, Grants
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Human Resources
Loyola University Chicago
Industrial Relations
CourtCall, LLC October 2011 - Present
Texas Book Festival 1998 - 2013
National Foundation for Judicial Excellence December 2010 - August 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - August 2011
Texas Center for the Judicary July 1996 - August 2010
National Alliance of Business 1989 - 1994
Skills
Non-profits, Mediation, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Policy, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Leadership, Research, Policy Analysis, Government, Workforce Development, Event Management, Conflict Resolution, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Policy, Psychotherapy, Grants
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Human Resources
Loyola University Chicago
Industrial Relations
Wayne Marvel Wayne Marvel's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2004 - 2007
Job shareholder, director at maron marvel bradley anderson
Industry Law Practice
Experience
maron marvel bradley anderson July 1996 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2004 - 2007
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Toxic Tort, Mediation, Personal Injury, Trials, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Torts, Appeals, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Construction Law, Insurance Law, Legal Research
Education
Villanova University School of Law 1977 — 1980
JD, Law
University of Delaware 1973 — 1977
BS, Sociology, Business
maron marvel bradley anderson July 1996 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2004 - 2007
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Toxic Tort, Mediation, Personal Injury, Trials, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Torts, Appeals, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Construction Law, Insurance Law, Legal Research
Education
Villanova University School of Law 1977 — 1980
JD, Law
University of Delaware 1973 — 1977
BS, Sociology, Business
Jay Old Jay Old's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Managing Member at Jay Old & Associates, PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Jay Old & Associates, PLLC February 2013 - Present
Germer Gertz, LLP January 2012 - January 2013
Germer Gertz LLP August 1996 - January 2012
Jay Old for Congress 2011 - 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2010
ABC Southeast Texas 2000 - 2010
Andrews Kurth LLP July 1988 - July 1996
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Government Relations, Toxic Tort, Arbitration, Asbestos Litigation, Professional Liability, Insurance, Qui Tam, Construction, Healthcare, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Appeals, Lobbying, Product Liability, Courts, Automobile Accidents, Insurance Law, Trial Practice, Accident, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Bad Faith, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Class Actions, Professional Malpractice, Torts, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Trials, Environmental Law, Premises Liability..., Trade Secrets, Mediation, Breach Of Contract, Business Litigation, Alternative Dispute..., Hearings, Jury Trials, Litigation Support, Pleadings, Public Liability, Legal Assistance, Depositions, Legal Research, Employment..., Liability
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 1985 — 1988
jd, Law
Texas A&M University 1981 — 1985
BS, Political Science
Jay Old & Associates, PLLC February 2013 - Present
Germer Gertz, LLP January 2012 - January 2013
Germer Gertz LLP August 1996 - January 2012
Jay Old for Congress 2011 - 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2010
ABC Southeast Texas 2000 - 2010
Andrews Kurth LLP July 1988 - July 1996
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Government Relations, Toxic Tort, Arbitration, Asbestos Litigation, Professional Liability, Insurance, Qui Tam, Construction, Healthcare, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Appeals, Lobbying, Product Liability, Courts, Automobile Accidents, Insurance Law, Trial Practice, Accident, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Bad Faith, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Class Actions, Professional Malpractice, Torts, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Trials, Environmental Law, Premises Liability..., Trade Secrets, Mediation, Breach Of Contract, Business Litigation, Alternative Dispute..., Hearings, Jury Trials, Litigation Support, Pleadings, Public Liability, Legal Assistance, Depositions, Legal Research, Employment..., Liability
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 1985 — 1988
jd, Law
Texas A&M University 1981 — 1985
BS, Political Science
Matthew Lerner Matthew Lerner's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2003 - 2010
Job Partner at Goldberg Segalla LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Goldberg Segalla LLP March 2003 - Present
New York Civil Law 2004 - 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2003 - 2010
New York State Bar Association 2007 - 2009
Defense Research Institute 2004 - 2009
New York Court of Appeals 1999 - 2002
Skills
Private Investigations, Litigation, Insurance, Appeals, Claim, Courts, Litigation Support, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Defense, Legal Writing, Risk Management, Liability, Blogging, Employment Law, Trials, Intellectual Property, Public Liability
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics/Political Science (Double Major)
State University of New York at Buffalo 1989 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1989 — 1995
Goldberg Segalla LLP March 2003 - Present
New York Civil Law 2004 - 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2003 - 2010
New York State Bar Association 2007 - 2009
Defense Research Institute 2004 - 2009
New York Court of Appeals 1999 - 2002
Skills
Private Investigations, Litigation, Insurance, Appeals, Claim, Courts, Litigation Support, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Defense, Legal Writing, Risk Management, Liability, Blogging, Employment Law, Trials, Intellectual Property, Public Liability
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics/Political Science (Double Major)
State University of New York at Buffalo 1989 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1989 — 1995
Patrick Omilian Patrick Omilian's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2010 - 2011
Job Partner at Goldberg Segalla
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Goldberg Segalla December 2014 - Present
Goldberg Segalla LLP June 2010 - December 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2010 - 2011
Mallor Clendening Grodner & Bohrer, LLP January 2003 - June 2010
Bingham McHale LLP 2002 - 2002
Skills
Environmental Law, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Insurance, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2000 — 2003
JD/MSES, Law, Environmental Science
Cornell University 1991 — 1995
B.S., Natural Resources
SUNY Buffalo
Goldberg Segalla December 2014 - Present
Goldberg Segalla LLP June 2010 - December 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2010 - 2011
Mallor Clendening Grodner & Bohrer, LLP January 2003 - June 2010
Bingham McHale LLP 2002 - 2002
Skills
Environmental Law, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Insurance, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2000 — 2003
JD/MSES, Law, Environmental Science
Cornell University 1991 — 1995
B.S., Natural Resources
SUNY Buffalo
Sheri Bradtke McNeil's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience April 2010 - April 2011
Job Civil Defense Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Kopka Pinkus Dolin June 1997 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Product Liability, Construction Law, Public Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation, Mediation, Litigation Management, Trials, Defense, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Writing, Dispute Resolution, Nonprofits, Litigation Support, Trial Practice, Insurance, Employment Law, Torts, Appeals, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Wrongful Death, Class Actions, Insurance Law, Personal Injury...
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
JD
University of Notre Dame
BA, Government and International Relations
Kopka Pinkus Dolin June 1997 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Product Liability, Construction Law, Public Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation, Mediation, Litigation Management, Trials, Defense, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Writing, Dispute Resolution, Nonprofits, Litigation Support, Trial Practice, Insurance, Employment Law, Torts, Appeals, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Wrongful Death, Class Actions, Insurance Law, Personal Injury...
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
JD
University of Notre Dame
BA, Government and International Relations
Steve Barney Steve Barney's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2008 - 2010
Job Member at The American Board of Trial Advocates
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
True North ADR, LLC January 2015 - Present
The American College of Trial Lawyers August 2005 - Present
The American Board of Trial Advocates January 2002 - Present
FDCC 1987 - Present
Plunkett Cooney January 1989 - December 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2010
FDCC 2008 - 2009
Michigan Defense Trial Counsel January 2002 - January 2003
Barney, Hofman & Gano November 1972 - December 1988
Skills
Arbitration, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution, Experienced Mediator,..., Experienced litigator,..., Commerical Litigattion,..., Product Liability, Trial Practice, Depositions, Construction Law
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1969 — 1972
J.D., Law
Ferris State University 1968 — 1969
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business/Managerial Economics
True North ADR, LLC January 2015 - Present
The American College of Trial Lawyers August 2005 - Present
The American Board of Trial Advocates January 2002 - Present
FDCC 1987 - Present
Plunkett Cooney January 1989 - December 2013
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2010
FDCC 2008 - 2009
Michigan Defense Trial Counsel January 2002 - January 2003
Barney, Hofman & Gano November 1972 - December 1988
Skills
Arbitration, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution, Experienced Mediator,..., Experienced litigator,..., Commerical Litigattion,..., Product Liability, Trial Practice, Depositions, Construction Law
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1969 — 1972
J.D., Law
Ferris State University 1968 — 1969
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business/Managerial Economics
Steve Plunkett Steve Plunkett's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2009 - Present
Job Shareholder at Bassford Remele focusing on health care litigation
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - Present
Bassford Remele June 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1989 - June 2007
Skills
Wrongful Death, Product Liability, Litigation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Appeals, Arbitration, Long-term Care, Sexual Torts Defense
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1986 — 1989
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
B.A., Political Science, Philosophy
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - Present
Bassford Remele June 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1989 - June 2007
Skills
Wrongful Death, Product Liability, Litigation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Appeals, Arbitration, Long-term Care, Sexual Torts Defense
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1986 — 1989
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
B.A., Political Science, Philosophy
Beth DeMars Beth DeMars's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Meeting Services Manager at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2014 - Present
NCSBN July 2001 - September 2006
Art.com Corporate Sales Center May 2000 - April 2001
National Conference of Bar Examiners February 1999 - May 2000
Cudahy Library – Loyola University Chicago April 1998 - February 1999
Skills
Budgeting, Event Planning, Event Management, Promotions, Conferences, Coordination, Production, PowerPoint, Scheduling, Non-profits, iMIS, Microsoft Office, Interpersonal Skill, Problem Solving, Highly detail oriented, Meeting Planning, Association Management, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising, Management, Marketing, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Process Scheduler, Project Management, Training, Volunteer Management
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Studio Art - Photography
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2014 - Present
NCSBN July 2001 - September 2006
Art.com Corporate Sales Center May 2000 - April 2001
National Conference of Bar Examiners February 1999 - May 2000
Cudahy Library – Loyola University Chicago April 1998 - February 1999
Skills
Budgeting, Event Planning, Event Management, Promotions, Conferences, Coordination, Production, PowerPoint, Scheduling, Non-profits, iMIS, Microsoft Office, Interpersonal Skill, Problem Solving, Highly detail oriented, Meeting Planning, Association Management, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising, Management, Marketing, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Process Scheduler, Project Management, Training, Volunteer Management
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Studio Art - Photography
Rachel Keil's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience July 2009 - June 2015
Job Program Manager, Database Operations AMTA
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
American Massage Therapy Association July 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2009 - June 2015
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) August 2000 - November 2008
Education
Kansas State University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree
American Massage Therapy Association July 2015 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2009 - June 2015
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) August 2000 - November 2008
Education
Kansas State University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree
Mariam Decker Mariam Decker's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1996 - Present
Job Member Attorney at Oliver Walker Wilson LLC
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Oliver Walker Wilson LLC January 2004 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1996 - Present
University of MIssouri, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, Missouri Cancer Associates 1978 - 2013
Ford Parshall & Baker September 1990 - December 2003
Skills
Litigation, Trial Practice, Trials, Courts, Torts, Personal Injury..., Legal Research, Family Law, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Defense, Insurance, Medical Malpractice, Licensing, Personal Injury
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law 1987 — 1990
JD, Law
University of Missouri-Columbia 1973 — 1977
BSN, Nursing
Hickman High School 1970 — 1973
Oliver Walker Wilson LLC January 2004 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1996 - Present
University of MIssouri, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, Missouri Cancer Associates 1978 - 2013
Ford Parshall & Baker September 1990 - December 2003
Skills
Litigation, Trial Practice, Trials, Courts, Torts, Personal Injury..., Legal Research, Family Law, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Defense, Insurance, Medical Malpractice, Licensing, Personal Injury
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law 1987 — 1990
JD, Law
University of Missouri-Columbia 1973 — 1977
BSN, Nursing
Hickman High School 1970 — 1973
Shawn (Taylor) Kaminski,CAE's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Experienced association management professional
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2013 - Present
American Bar Assocation April 2012 - June 2013
American Bar Association April 2001 - April 2012
American Bar Association 1996 - 2001
Skills
Non profit management, association managment, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Government
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1984 — 1988
BA, History/business
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar July 2013 - Present
American Bar Assocation April 2012 - June 2013
American Bar Association April 2001 - April 2012
American Bar Association 1996 - 2001
Skills
Non profit management, association managment, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Government
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1984 — 1988
BA, History/business
Kathy Maus's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2006 - 2009
Job Partner at Butler Pappas Weihmuller Katz Craig, LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
IADC 1999 - Present
Butler Pappas September 1991 - Present
Butler Pappas Weihmuller Katz Craig, LLP September 1991 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2006 - 2009
DRI 2005 - 2008
Education
Florida State University 1988 — 1991
IADC 1999 - Present
Butler Pappas September 1991 - Present
Butler Pappas Weihmuller Katz Craig, LLP September 1991 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2006 - 2009
DRI 2005 - 2008
Education
Florida State University 1988 — 1991
Lynn Conneen's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience December 2003 - April 2013
Job Project Cost Tech at NIPSCO/NiSource
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
NIPSCO August 2014 - Present
NIPSCO/NiSource September 2013 - August 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar December 2003 - April 2013
Leo Burnett 1988 - 1996
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Public Liability, Torts, Class Actions, Mediation, Insurance Law, Appeals, Volunteer Management, Trial Practice, Toxic Tort, Construction Law, Personal Injury, Non-profit Leadership, Discrimination, Non-profit Director, Social Media..., Membership Development, iMIS, Legal Writing, Non-profit Volunteer, Member Relations, Microsoft Office, Budget Monitoring
Education
Northwestern University
Communciations
NIPSCO August 2014 - Present
NIPSCO/NiSource September 2013 - August 2014
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar December 2003 - April 2013
Leo Burnett 1988 - 1996
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Public Liability, Torts, Class Actions, Mediation, Insurance Law, Appeals, Volunteer Management, Trial Practice, Toxic Tort, Construction Law, Personal Injury, Non-profit Leadership, Discrimination, Non-profit Director, Social Media..., Membership Development, iMIS, Legal Writing, Non-profit Volunteer, Member Relations, Microsoft Office, Budget Monitoring
Education
Northwestern University
Communciations
John R. Kouris's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience April 1998 - Present
Job Executive Director at DRI
Industry Legal Services
Experience
DRI April 1998 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 1998 - Present
National Institute for Trial Advocacy October 1988 - April 1998
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Defense, Appeals, Trial Practice, Mediation, Trials, Arbitration, Employment Law, Courts
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1969 — 1971
Western Michigan University 1966 — 1969
B.S., Group Majors -- History, Business
DRI April 1998 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar April 1998 - Present
National Institute for Trial Advocacy October 1988 - April 1998
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Defense, Appeals, Trial Practice, Mediation, Trials, Arbitration, Employment Law, Courts
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1969 — 1971
Western Michigan University 1966 — 1969
B.S., Group Majors -- History, Business
Jessica Burgasser's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2010 - November 2011
Job Litigation Attorney at Brown & Kelly, LLP
Industry Legal Services
Experience
DRI Asbestos Medicine Seminar 2013 - Present
Brown & Kelly August 2000 - Present
American Academy of Ballet September 1995 - Present
DRI YL 2012 - 2013
DRI YL 2011 - 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - November 2011
Pampered Chef 2003 - 2007
Law Office of Thomas H. Burton October 2001 - May 2002
Mark Barnes & Associates May 2000 - December 2001
Aeropostale August 1995 - January 2001
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Legal Writing, Medical Malpractice, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Insurance, Defense, Claim, Litigation Support, Torts, Insurance Law, Liability, Westlaw, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate, Personal Injury...
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1999 — 2002
JD
Canisius College 1996 — 1999
BS, Marketing
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1995 — 1996
Nichols School 1992 — 1995
H.S., High School
North Tonawanda High School 1991 — 1992
DRI Asbestos Medicine Seminar 2013 - Present
Brown & Kelly August 2000 - Present
American Academy of Ballet September 1995 - Present
DRI YL 2012 - 2013
DRI YL 2011 - 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - November 2011
Pampered Chef 2003 - 2007
Law Office of Thomas H. Burton October 2001 - May 2002
Mark Barnes & Associates May 2000 - December 2001
Aeropostale August 1995 - January 2001
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Legal Writing, Medical Malpractice, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Insurance, Defense, Claim, Litigation Support, Torts, Insurance Law, Liability, Westlaw, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate, Personal Injury...
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School 1999 — 2002
JD
Canisius College 1996 — 1999
BS, Marketing
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1995 — 1996
Nichols School 1992 — 1995
H.S., High School
North Tonawanda High School 1991 — 1992
Brett Ross's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1999 - 2015
Job Attorney at Carr Allison
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Carr Allison December 2000 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - 2015
Carr Allison July 1997 - December 2000
Davidson, Wiggins & Crowder May 1995 - July 1997
Education
The University of Alabama School of Law 1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Alabama 1988 — 1992
History and Political Science
Carr Allison December 2000 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1999 - 2015
Carr Allison July 1997 - December 2000
Davidson, Wiggins & Crowder May 1995 - July 1997
Education
The University of Alabama School of Law 1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Alabama 1988 — 1992
History and Political Science
Aleen Tiffany's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1993 - Present
Job President of Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel, Construction, Contracts, Risk Management, CGL coverage
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel 2009 - Present
Aleen R. Tiffany, P.C. March 2005 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - Present
Association of Defense Trial Counsel 1993 - Present
O'Hagan Smith & Amundsen October 1997 - March 2005
Querrey & Harrow, Ltd. 1993 - 1997
Skills
Construction Law, Risk Management, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Insurance, Contract Negotiation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1990 — 1993
Juris Doctor, Law, cum laude
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
B.S., Mathematics
Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel 2009 - Present
Aleen R. Tiffany, P.C. March 2005 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1993 - Present
Association of Defense Trial Counsel 1993 - Present
O'Hagan Smith & Amundsen October 1997 - March 2005
Querrey & Harrow, Ltd. 1993 - 1997
Skills
Construction Law, Risk Management, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Insurance, Contract Negotiation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1990 — 1993
Juris Doctor, Law, cum laude
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
B.S., Mathematics
Donna Burden's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2009 - 2012
Job Founding Member Burden, Gulisano & Hansen, LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Burden, Gulisano & Hansen, LLC May 2007 - Present
TIDA October 2012 - Present
IADC - International Association of Defense Counsel July 2013 - Present
Bar Association of Erie County June 2012 - Present
Bar Association of Erie County June 2011 - June 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2012
Hurwitz & Fine, P.C. 1992 - 2007
Skills
Trial Practice, Employment Law, Litigation, Courts, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Mediation, Litigation Management, Claim, Torts, Arbitration, Appeals, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Liability, Insurance, Strategy, Legal Research, Transportation, Fraud, Workers Compensation, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Accident, Risk Management, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Claims Management, Legal Liability, Professional Liability, Insurance Law, Legal Writing, Automobile Accidents, Trials, Wrongful Death, Alternative Dispute..., Personal Injury..., Business Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Support
Education
SUNY Buffalo Law School 1984 — 1987
J.D., Jurisprudence
Saint Bonaventure University 1980 — 1984
B.A., Major in History with Minors in Business Administration and French
Université de Rennes I
Burden, Gulisano & Hansen, LLC May 2007 - Present
TIDA October 2012 - Present
IADC - International Association of Defense Counsel July 2013 - Present
Bar Association of Erie County June 2012 - Present
Bar Association of Erie County June 2011 - June 2012
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2012
Hurwitz & Fine, P.C. 1992 - 2007
Skills
Trial Practice, Employment Law, Litigation, Courts, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Mediation, Litigation Management, Claim, Torts, Arbitration, Appeals, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Liability, Insurance, Strategy, Legal Research, Transportation, Fraud, Workers Compensation, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Accident, Risk Management, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Claims Management, Legal Liability, Professional Liability, Insurance Law, Legal Writing, Automobile Accidents, Trials, Wrongful Death, Alternative Dispute..., Personal Injury..., Business Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Support
Education
SUNY Buffalo Law School 1984 — 1987
J.D., Jurisprudence
Saint Bonaventure University 1980 — 1984
B.A., Major in History with Minors in Business Administration and French
Université de Rennes I
Steve Puiszis's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2013 - October 2014
Job Deputy General Counsel of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2013 - October 2014
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP 1984 - Present
Office of the State's Attorney of Cook County 1979 - 1984
Skills
Litigation Support, Class Actions, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Construction Law, Trials, Personal Injury, Defense, Torts, Appeals, Business Litigation, Public Liability, Courts, Litigation Management, Civil Rights, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Insurance Law, Lexis, Mediation, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Liability, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Legal Research, Litigation, Professional Liability, Claim, Legal Assistance, Alternative Dispute..., Jury Trials, Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Jury Selection, Strategy, Defense Litigation, General Liability..., Municipal Law
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1976 — 1979
DePaul University 1972 — 1976
BSc., Accounting, highest honors
St. Laurence High School 1968 — 1972
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2013 - October 2014
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP 1984 - Present
Office of the State's Attorney of Cook County 1979 - 1984
Skills
Litigation Support, Class Actions, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Construction Law, Trials, Personal Injury, Defense, Torts, Appeals, Business Litigation, Public Liability, Courts, Litigation Management, Civil Rights, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Insurance Law, Lexis, Mediation, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Liability, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Legal Research, Litigation, Professional Liability, Claim, Legal Assistance, Alternative Dispute..., Jury Trials, Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Jury Selection, Strategy, Defense Litigation, General Liability..., Municipal Law
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1976 — 1979
DePaul University 1972 — 1976
BSc., Accounting, highest honors
St. Laurence High School 1968 — 1972
Debbie Rodman Sandler's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1995 - Present
Job Partner at White and Williams
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1995 - Present
White and Williams LLP December 1989 - Present
Pepper Hamilton LLP September 1986 - November 1989
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP September 1984 - September 1986
Skills
Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Litigation, Negotiation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Appeals, Trial Practice, Employment..., Insurance Law, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Discrimination
Education
University of Pennsylvania Law School 1981 — 1984
JD, Law
Brandeis University 1977 — 1981
BA, American Studies, History
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1995 - Present
White and Williams LLP December 1989 - Present
Pepper Hamilton LLP September 1986 - November 1989
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP September 1984 - September 1986
Skills
Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Litigation, Negotiation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Appeals, Trial Practice, Employment..., Insurance Law, Class Actions, Medical Malpractice, Discrimination
Education
University of Pennsylvania Law School 1981 — 1984
JD, Law
Brandeis University 1977 — 1981
BA, American Studies, History
Lisa Sykes's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience November 2005 - Present
Job Director of Meeting Services at DRIThe Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Events Services
Experience
DRI-The Voice of the Defense Bar November 2005 - Present
PCMA 1992 - Present
American Association of Neurological Surgeons March 1999 - August 2005
Skills
Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Trade Shows, Hospitality, Hotels, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Corporate Events, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Tourism, Management, Association Management, Team Building, Sponsorship, Convention Services, Incentives
Education
Colby-Sawyer College 1974 — 1979
BS, Business Administration
DRI-The Voice of the Defense Bar November 2005 - Present
PCMA 1992 - Present
American Association of Neurological Surgeons March 1999 - August 2005
Skills
Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Trade Shows, Hospitality, Hotels, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Corporate Events, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Tourism, Management, Association Management, Team Building, Sponsorship, Convention Services, Incentives
Education
Colby-Sawyer College 1974 — 1979
BS, Business Administration
Lynn Roberson's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1985 - Present
Job Mediator at Miles Mediation
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Atlanta Bar Association 1985 - Present
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association 1985 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1985 - Present
State Bar of Georgia 1983 - Present
Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers 1984 - August 2015
Skills
Premises Liability, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation, Insurance Law, Torts, Mediation, Appeals, Trial Practice, Trials, Business Litigation, Personal Injury..., Commercial Litigation, Wrongful Death, Defense, Trade Secrets, Courts, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Liability, Jury Trials, Automobile Accidents, Construction Law, Accident, Toxic Tort, Legal Writing, Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution, Hearings, Depositions, Litigation Management, Bad Faith, Professional Malpractice, Public Liability, Employment Law, Employment...
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1976 — 1979
JD, law
Atlanta Bar Association 1985 - Present
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association 1985 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1985 - Present
State Bar of Georgia 1983 - Present
Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers 1984 - August 2015
Skills
Premises Liability, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation, Insurance Law, Torts, Mediation, Appeals, Trial Practice, Trials, Business Litigation, Personal Injury..., Commercial Litigation, Wrongful Death, Defense, Trade Secrets, Courts, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Liability, Jury Trials, Automobile Accidents, Construction Law, Accident, Toxic Tort, Legal Writing, Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution, Hearings, Depositions, Litigation Management, Bad Faith, Professional Malpractice, Public Liability, Employment Law, Employment...
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1976 — 1979
JD, law
John Parker Sweeney's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Defends Business in Class Actions and Mass Torts
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP January 2013 - Present
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC October 2007 - December 2012
Miles & Stockbridge 1990 - 2007
Debevoise & Plimpton 1982 - 1990
United States Securities and Exchange Commission 1976 - 1982
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Toxic Tort, Mass Torts, Complex Litigation, Defense, Trials, Alternative Dispute..., Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Public Liability, Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Consumer Law, Torts, Insurance Law, Appeals, Mediation, Trade Secrets, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Arbitration, Corporate Law, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Environmental Law
Education
American University, Washington College of Law 1972 — 1975
JD, Law
Ohio Wesleyan University 1968 — 1972
BA, Politics
Rippowam High School 1965 — 1968
High School
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP January 2013 - Present
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC October 2007 - December 2012
Miles & Stockbridge 1990 - 2007
Debevoise & Plimpton 1982 - 1990
United States Securities and Exchange Commission 1976 - 1982
Skills
Product Liability, Class Actions, Toxic Tort, Mass Torts, Complex Litigation, Defense, Trials, Alternative Dispute..., Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Public Liability, Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Consumer Law, Torts, Insurance Law, Appeals, Mediation, Trade Secrets, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Employment Law, Arbitration, Corporate Law, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Environmental Law
Education
American University, Washington College of Law 1972 — 1975
JD, Law
Ohio Wesleyan University 1968 — 1972
BA, Politics
Rippowam High School 1965 — 1968
High School
Lana A. Olson's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2013 - 2014
Job Partner at Lightfoot, Franklin & White, LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Defense Research Institute 2013 - Present
Litigation Counsel of America 2009 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel 2011 - Present
Lightfoot Franklin & White 1999 - Present
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2013 - 2014
Alabama Court Appointed Special Advocates ("CASA") 2002 - 2012
Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Sam C. Pointer, Jr. 1998 - 1999
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Toxic Tort, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Arbitration, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Public Liability, Torts, Environmental Law, Trials, Personal Injury..., Depositions, Jury Trials, Breach Of Contract
Education
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law 1995 — 1998
JD, Law
Florida State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Public Relations/Communications
Defense Research Institute 2013 - Present
Litigation Counsel of America 2009 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel 2011 - Present
Lightfoot Franklin & White 1999 - Present
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
Women Rainmakers Roundtable 2015 - 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2013 - 2014
Alabama Court Appointed Special Advocates ("CASA") 2002 - 2012
Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Sam C. Pointer, Jr. 1998 - 1999
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Toxic Tort, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Arbitration, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Public Liability, Torts, Environmental Law, Trials, Personal Injury..., Depositions, Jury Trials, Breach Of Contract
Education
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law 1995 — 1998
JD, Law
Florida State University 1991 — 1995
BA, Public Relations/Communications
Rachael L. Rodman's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Partner at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP May 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Humane Society of Greater Dayton June 2011 - May 2015
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Miami Valley Region January 2012 - December 2013
Clothes That Work 2011 - 2012
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce August 2010 - May 2011
YWCA of Dayton 2004 - 2011
Clothes That Work 2009 - 2010
YWCA of Dayton 2004 - 2010
University of Dayton August 2007 - May 2009
Education
University of Cincinnati College of Law 1998 — 2001
J.D.
University of Cincinnati 1994 — 1998
B.A.
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP May 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2014 - Present
Humane Society of Greater Dayton June 2011 - May 2015
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Miami Valley Region January 2012 - December 2013
Clothes That Work 2011 - 2012
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce August 2010 - May 2011
YWCA of Dayton 2004 - 2011
Clothes That Work 2009 - 2010
YWCA of Dayton 2004 - 2010
University of Dayton August 2007 - May 2009
Education
University of Cincinnati College of Law 1998 — 2001
J.D.
University of Cincinnati 1994 — 1998
B.A.
Philip M. Coffin III's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 1981 - Present
Job Attorney at Lambert Coffin
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Lambert Coffin December 1986 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1981 - Present
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Insurance, Trials, Legal Writing, Appeals, Courts, Legal Research, Litigation, Trial Practice, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Torts, Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents
Education
University of Maine School of Law 1978 — 1981
JD, cum laude
University of Maine 1974 — 1978
BA, Political Science, summa cum laude with high honors
Lambert Coffin December 1986 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 1981 - Present
Skills
Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Public Liability, Commercial Litigation, Insurance, Trials, Legal Writing, Appeals, Courts, Legal Research, Litigation, Trial Practice, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Torts, Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents
Education
University of Maine School of Law 1978 — 1981
JD, cum laude
University of Maine 1974 — 1978
BA, Political Science, summa cum laude with high honors
J.C. Roper's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience January 2006 - 2011
Job Partner, Defense Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Drew Eckl & Farnham January 1998 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2006 - 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2006 - 2010
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Construction Law, Courts, Arbitration, Mediation, Workers Compensation, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Insurance Law, Corporate Law, Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Claim, Product Liability, Appeals, Accident, Legal Writing, Liability, Trials, Litigation Management, Class Actions, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Insurance, Licensing
Education
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
J.D.
Drew Eckl & Farnham January 1998 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2006 - 2011
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2006 - 2010
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Construction Law, Courts, Arbitration, Mediation, Workers Compensation, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Insurance Law, Corporate Law, Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Claim, Product Liability, Appeals, Accident, Legal Writing, Liability, Trials, Litigation Management, Class Actions, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Insurance, Licensing
Education
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
J.D.
Lori V. Berke's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2008 - 2011
Job Founder and Principal, Berke Law Firm PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Berke Law Firm PLLC March 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2011
Shughart Thomson & Kilroy (n/k/a Polsinelli Shughart) June 1995 - February 2008
Skills
Governmental and Public..., Commercial Litigation, Accident and Injury..., Family Law, Professional Liability, Litigation, Trial Practice, Liability, Trials, Civil Litigation, Torts, Courts, Wrongful Death, Arbitration, Insurance Law, Mediation, Accident, Personal Injury, Claim, Public Liability, Litigation Management, Injury, Business Litigation, Personal Injury...
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1990 — 1993
Juris Doctor
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance, General
Berke Law Firm PLLC March 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2011
Shughart Thomson & Kilroy (n/k/a Polsinelli Shughart) June 1995 - February 2008
Skills
Governmental and Public..., Commercial Litigation, Accident and Injury..., Family Law, Professional Liability, Litigation, Trial Practice, Liability, Trials, Civil Litigation, Torts, Courts, Wrongful Death, Arbitration, Insurance Law, Mediation, Accident, Personal Injury, Claim, Public Liability, Litigation Management, Injury, Business Litigation, Personal Injury...
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1990 — 1993
Juris Doctor
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance, General
James McCrystal's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2008 - 2011
Job Shareholder, Sutter O'Connell Co.
Industry Law Practice
Experience
National Institute for Trial Advocacy 2004 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel 1987 - Present
Brzytwa Quick & McCrystal LLC July 1997 - August 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2011
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Trials, Courts, Legal Writing, Appeals, Employment Law, Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Product Liability, Defense, Legal Research, Family Law, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Trial Practice, Corporate Law, Torts, Litigation Management, Alternative Dispute..., Public Speaking, Claim
Education
John Carroll University
BA, History
University of Notre Dame
JD, Law
National Institute for Trial Advocacy 2004 - Present
International Association of Defense Counsel 1987 - Present
Brzytwa Quick & McCrystal LLC July 1997 - August 2015
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2008 - 2011
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Trials, Courts, Legal Writing, Appeals, Employment Law, Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Product Liability, Defense, Legal Research, Family Law, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Trial Practice, Corporate Law, Torts, Litigation Management, Alternative Dispute..., Public Speaking, Claim
Education
John Carroll University
BA, History
University of Notre Dame
JD, Law
Joanne Blackburn's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2007 - October 2011
Job Partner at Gordon Thomas Honeywell
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Gordon Thomas Honeywell August 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2007 - October 2011
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Appeals, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Class Actions, Torts, Business Litigation, Legal Research, Personal Injury..., Courts, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1984 — 1987
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
UC Berkeley 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Rhetoric
Gordon Thomas Honeywell August 2008 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2007 - October 2011
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Appeals, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Class Actions, Torts, Business Litigation, Legal Research, Personal Injury..., Courts, Legal Writing, Wrongful Death
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1984 — 1987
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
UC Berkeley 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Rhetoric
Alma Martin-Clark's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience February 2009 - June 2011
Job Executive Assistant at Heidrick & Struggles
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
Heidrick & Struggles June 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2009 - June 2011
Korn/Ferry International May 2002 - November 2008
Heidrick & Struggles June 2000 - July 2001
A.T. Kearney Executive Search June 1990 - June 2000
LaSalle National Bank 1980 - 1985
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Administrative..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Budgets, Outlook, Invoicing, Project Management, Applicant Tracking..., PeopleSoft, Data Entry, Human Resources, Talent Management, Administrative..., Organizational..., Sourcing
Education
DePaul University 1981 — 1985
Non-degreed, English
Heidrick & Struggles June 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 2009 - June 2011
Korn/Ferry International May 2002 - November 2008
Heidrick & Struggles June 2000 - July 2001
A.T. Kearney Executive Search June 1990 - June 2000
LaSalle National Bank 1980 - 1985
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Administrative..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Budgets, Outlook, Invoicing, Project Management, Applicant Tracking..., PeopleSoft, Data Entry, Human Resources, Talent Management, Administrative..., Organizational..., Sourcing
Education
DePaul University 1981 — 1985
Non-degreed, English
Glenda Weaver's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience February 1991 - Present
Job Director IS at DRI The Voice of the Defense Bar
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 1991 - Present
LUI Managment 1982 - 1991
Zurich Insurance 1980 - 1982
Skills
iMIS, SQL, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Exchange..., Microsoft Exchange, Budgets
Education
Triton-College 1970 — 1973
Associates, PE
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar February 1991 - Present
LUI Managment 1982 - 1991
Zurich Insurance 1980 - 1982
Skills
iMIS, SQL, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Exchange..., Microsoft Exchange, Budgets
Education
Triton-College 1970 — 1973
Associates, PE
Ann-Martha Andrews's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience October 2010 - Present
Job CoEditor, ERISA Report at DRI Life, Health and Disability Committee
Industry Law Practice
Experience
DRI Life, Health and Disability Committee January 2013 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - Present
Lewis and Roca LLP October 1995 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2007 - October 2008
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2005 - October 2007
Fennemore Craig September 1989 - October 1995
Skills
Mediation, Litigation Support, ERISA, Disability Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Litigation, Product Liability, Insurance, Torts, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1986 — 1989
J.D., law
University of Maryland College Park 1982 — 1986
B.A., English Literature
DRI Life, Health and Disability Committee January 2013 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2010 - Present
Lewis and Roca LLP October 1995 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2007 - October 2008
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar October 2005 - October 2007
Fennemore Craig September 1989 - October 1995
Skills
Mediation, Litigation Support, ERISA, Disability Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Litigation, Product Liability, Insurance, Torts, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1986 — 1989
J.D., law
University of Maryland College Park 1982 — 1986
B.A., English Literature
Laurie E. Meyer's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2002 - Present
Job Shareholder, Labor and Employment, at Davis & Kuelthau, s.c.
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Davis & Kuelthau, s.c. April 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2002 - Present
Borgelt, Powell, Peterson & Frauen, SC May 2011 - April 2014
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP June 2005 - May 2011
Borgelt, Powell, Peterson & Frauen, S.C. March 1999 - June 2005
Kravit, Gass, Hovel & Leitner, S.C. May 1998 - March 1999
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Discrimination, Civil Litigation, Employment..., Courts, Appeals, Retaliation, Employment Contracts, Mediation, Torts, Non-compete Agreements, Claim, Civil Rights, Employee Relations, Class Actions, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Dispute, Insurance Law, Trials, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Legal Issues, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Appellate Practice, Hearings, Employment Litigation, Policy, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Corporate Law, Legal Assistance, Administrative Law, Breach Of Contract, Claims
Education
Marquette University Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
Carroll University 1988 — 1992
BA, Philosophy, Communication, Human Resources
Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Davis & Kuelthau, s.c. April 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2002 - Present
Borgelt, Powell, Peterson & Frauen, SC May 2011 - April 2014
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP June 2005 - May 2011
Borgelt, Powell, Peterson & Frauen, S.C. March 1999 - June 2005
Kravit, Gass, Hovel & Leitner, S.C. May 1998 - March 1999
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Discrimination, Civil Litigation, Employment..., Courts, Appeals, Retaliation, Employment Contracts, Mediation, Torts, Non-compete Agreements, Claim, Civil Rights, Employee Relations, Class Actions, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Dispute, Insurance Law, Trials, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Legal Issues, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Appellate Practice, Hearings, Employment Litigation, Policy, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Corporate Law, Legal Assistance, Administrative Law, Breach Of Contract, Claims
Education
Marquette University Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
Carroll University 1988 — 1992
BA, Philosophy, Communication, Human Resources
Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Kathleen Lang's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Trial Lawyer and Member of Dickinson Wright PLLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Dickinson Wright PLLC July 1985 - Present
Internaional Society of Barrisers March 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2013 - Present
Michigan Institute for Continuing Legal Education 1999 - Present
Skills
Litigation, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Jury Trials, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Courts, Trade Secrets, Appeals, Intellectual Property, Patent Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Legal Research, Property Law, Alternative Dispute..., Torts, Business Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1979 — 1982
JD, Law
Michigan State University 1977 — 1979
BA, Business Law
Dickinson Wright PLLC July 1985 - Present
Internaional Society of Barrisers March 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar January 2013 - Present
Michigan Institute for Continuing Legal Education 1999 - Present
Skills
Litigation, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Jury Trials, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Courts, Trade Secrets, Appeals, Intellectual Property, Patent Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Legal Research, Property Law, Alternative Dispute..., Torts, Business Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1979 — 1982
JD, Law
Michigan State University 1977 — 1979
BA, Business Law
Michelle Marzullo's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2009 - 2011
Job Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Marks, O'Neill, O'Brien, Doherty & Kelly, PC June 2007 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2011
Richard B. Schreibstein, LLC 2002 - 2007
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Public Speaking, Conflict Resolution, Program Management, Mediation, Trials, Personal Injury, Legal Research
Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University
BA
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD
Villa Julie College
AA
Marks, O'Neill, O'Brien, Doherty & Kelly, PC June 2007 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - 2011
Richard B. Schreibstein, LLC 2002 - 2007
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Public Speaking, Conflict Resolution, Program Management, Mediation, Trials, Personal Injury, Legal Research
Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University
BA
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD
Villa Julie College
AA
Jerrold Ganzfried's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience 2007 - Present
Job Partner, Holland & Knight LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Holland & Knight LLP March 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - Present
Yale Alumni Fund 1998 - 2012
Appellate Judges Education Institute 2010 - 2011
Council of Appellate Lawyers, American Bar Association 2010 - 2011
Howrey LLP 1988 - 2011
U.S. Department of Justice 1981 - 1987
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP 1974 - 1981
United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit 1973 - 1974
Skills
Appellate Advocacy, Commercial Litigation, Administrative Law, Antitrust, Intellectual Property, Securities Litigation, Constitutional..., Business Litigation, Environmental Law, Trademark Litigation, Complex Commercial..., Economic Regulation, Class Action Litigation, Arbitration Appeals, United States Supreme..., Appeals, Litigation, Class Actions, Constitutional Law, Arbitration, Competition Law, Legal Research, Trademark Infringement, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Trials, Trial Practice, Product Liability
Education
Stanford University Law School 1970 — 1973
J.D., Law
Yale University 1966 — 1970
B.A., History, the Arts and Letters, Cum Laude
FHHS 1963 — 1966
Holland & Knight LLP March 2011 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2007 - Present
Yale Alumni Fund 1998 - 2012
Appellate Judges Education Institute 2010 - 2011
Council of Appellate Lawyers, American Bar Association 2010 - 2011
Howrey LLP 1988 - 2011
U.S. Department of Justice 1981 - 1987
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP 1974 - 1981
United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit 1973 - 1974
Skills
Appellate Advocacy, Commercial Litigation, Administrative Law, Antitrust, Intellectual Property, Securities Litigation, Constitutional..., Business Litigation, Environmental Law, Trademark Litigation, Complex Commercial..., Economic Regulation, Class Action Litigation, Arbitration Appeals, United States Supreme..., Appeals, Litigation, Class Actions, Constitutional Law, Arbitration, Competition Law, Legal Research, Trademark Infringement, Dispute Resolution, Courts, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Trials, Trial Practice, Product Liability
Education
Stanford University Law School 1970 — 1973
J.D., Law
Yale University 1966 — 1970
B.A., History, the Arts and Letters, Cum Laude
FHHS 1963 — 1966
Sandra Galindo's DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar Experience June 2006 - July 2014
Job Alumnae Relations & Special Events Director
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Rosary High School (Aurora, IL) July 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar June 2006 - July 2014
Lions Clubs International August 2000 - June 2006
Lions Clubs International August 2000 - June 2006
Skills
Non-profits, Newsletters, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Business, Organizational..., Microsoft Excel
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Rosary High School (Aurora, IL) July 2014 - Present
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar June 2006 - July 2014
Lions Clubs International August 2000 - June 2006
Lions Clubs International August 2000 - June 2006
Skills
Non-profits, Newsletters, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Business, Organizational..., Microsoft Excel
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing