The final day began with a breakfast sponsored by Law Firm Fractional CMOs, offering a moment of connection and reflection on all that had been gained throughout the week. Morning sessions balanced trial skills, firm operations, and paralegal-focused education, helping attendees make the most of their final learning opportunities.
Sach D. Oliver reinforced how depositions shape outcomes long before trial, while Michael Popok and Nic Edgson explored reputational strategy during“ Speaking Out Is Good for Business.” Paralegal professionals gathered for the Peak Paralegal Workshop, where Carol Moore and Justin Lawrence examined ethical best practices in discovery.
Networking continued during the Bloody Mary & Mimosa Break, sponsored by Reciprocity Industries LLC, followed by a Networking Lunch sponsored by Jove. Attendees also took advantage of wellness-forward 10 The Trial Lawyer moments at the
Botox, B-12, and Bubbles Booth with 4EverYoung Anti-Aging Solutions, sponsored by Stafi, as well as the always-popular Ice Cream Break, sponsored by Clixsy.
Afternoon sessions turned toward strategy and advocacy. Miguel A. Dominguez and Shean Williams explored“ Framing Damages Through Effective Client Witnesses,” emphasizing credibility and juror connection. Digital marketing insights followed as Angel Reyes, AJ Reyes, and Ammad Sheikh shared what is driving results in“ Paid Ads in 2026: What’ s Hot and Bringing in Cases Right Now.” A standout 1.5-hour interactive panel,“ Advanced Tactics from Powerhouse Practitioners,” brought together Jessica Givens, Kim Keenan, Rodney Max, and Shane Read to deliver real-world settlement and mediation strategies.
New immigration-focused programming added an essential dimension for 2026, with Christopher Helt, President of
the Immigration Top 10 Trial Lawyers Specialty Association, leading“ Post-Conviction Relief in the Immigration Context.” In these closing sessions, four specialized immigration attorneys addressed critical protections related to work status, criminal charges, humanitarian pathways, deportation hearings, and more, equipping participants to protect a wide range of clients in legal battles ahead.
As the Summit drew to a close, members of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 association and legal rising-stars gathered for the Young Lawyers Cocktail Hour, sponsored by Case Status, before the event concluded with the President’ s Reception, generously sponsored by PILMMA, in the Americana Ballroom, returning to the iconic space for the first time in nearly 10 years and delivering the most interactive and high-energy live entertainment yet from Past Action Heroes.