2025 TRIAL LAWYERS SUMMIT
The excitement kicked off with the highly anticipated Ethicspalooza , where NTL President Doug Beam , Cashton Sessler , and Ginger Jirik guided attendees through complex legal ethics scenarios with a mix of expertise and real-world application . Following this , the NLVA Reception at Preston ’ s Terrace provided a perfect setting for National Legal Vendor Association members to connect , exchange ideas , and spark new collaborations over cocktails and conversation .
That evening , the National Black Lawyers Hall of Fame returned for another unforgettable celebration , sponsored by The Cochran Firm , Mirena & Co ., and Claim Angel . The room was filled with admiration and inspiration as Hon . Dennis Archer , Ben Crump , and Sherrilyn Ifill were inducted for their remarkable contributions to the legal field . The ceremony was as moving as it
was celebratory — a true testament to the enduring legacy of these legal trailblazers have made .
The first full day of sessions started with a lively networking breakfast sponsored by Stafi , where attendees reconnected and prepared for a full day of learning . The conference unfolded into three insightful tracks : Business of Law , Courtroom Playbook , and Expanding Your Practice . Ken Hardison and Micki Love opened the Business of Law track with in-depth sessions on managing remote employees and time management . Over in Courtroom Playbook , Julian Gomez and John Givens led riveting discussions , followed by Joe Fried ’ s expert breakdown on maximizing damages in court cases and Brent Goudarzi ’ s compelling session on achieving eight and 9-figure settlements and verdicts . Meanwhile , Expanding Your Practice began with innovative
sessions from Mark O ’ Mara , Christopher Angles , and Brooke Hagara , followed by insightful sessions with Doug Beam and Thomas Grajek ’ s invaluable insights on having fortitude in adversity .
The networking energy never wavered throughout the day , fueled by a networking lunch sponsored by iLawyer Marketing and mid-day snack breaks courtesy of MileMark Media . First-time attendees had the opportunity to make connections during a special networking hour sponsored by Red Folder Research . The evening ended on a high note with the Criminal Defense Cocktail Hour , sponsored by Access2Justice , leading into the Summit Kickoff Party . With live entertainment , vibrant conversations , and a buzzing atmosphere , this event — sponsored by Broughton Partners — set the tone for the rest of the Summit .
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