ConsensusDocs presents a webinar discussing the value of Arbitration. The event will cover how to “opt into rules to limit discovery or the number of panelists hearing your case to reduce costs.” Attendees “will also gain insights into how arbitration decisions do not imply split-the-baby in decisions which is commonly perceived.” In addition, the seminar will provide direction on “how to choose a panel with both industry expertise and who will follow appropriate legal standards in conducting a binding decision.”

July 18th, 2024
Virtual Event

The San Diego Defense Lawyers presents a Lunch & Learn with Michael C. Parme, Esq., a partner at Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP, who “will provide a primer on the prevailing party.” The event covers “the applicable sources of law that govern who is a prevailing party, judicial decisions governing the awardability of fees and costs, and addresses some practical legal strategies for asserting these rights and defending against such claims.” The seminar “is approved by the State Bar for 1 hour of general credit towards the Minimum Continuing Legal Education requirements.”

June 20th, 2024
Virtual Event

Through many parts of the U.S., “climate change, forestry practices, and governmental requirements present real challenges in the prevention, mitigation, and response to wildfires.” The Seminar Group presents a one-day event that “focuses on the overarching federal baseline, along with a specific look at Montana’s approach to wildfire management.” The event will “explore whether the baseline approach is adequate to address risks and impose responsibility, and consider what tools—policy, regulatory, litigation—are available to advance efforts to address the risk of wildfire.”

October 1st, 2024
Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel
835 Great Northern Blvd.
Helena MT, 59601-3315

Los Angeles, Calif. (April 30, 2024) – Los Angeles Partner Cameron Kalunian will speak at the upcoming West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar, hosted at Disneyland Resort Hotel in Anaheim on May 17 at 9:30 a.m. PT.

Mr. Kalunian will present a 60-minute informative session, titled “Navigating Downstream Waters: Effective Additional Insured and Contractual Risk Transfer Strategies,” alongside Cheryl Kozdrey of Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C., Cynthia Garcia of Bernards, and Trevor Resurreccion of Lynberg & Watkins, APC. CLE credits are available.

Mr. Kalunian is a vice-chair of Lewis Brisbois’ nationwide Construction Practice and a member of the Complex Litigation Practice. His practice is focused on multi-party litigation in a wide variety of cases involving claims related to breach of contract, fraud, unfair business practices, real estate, construction defect disputes, and various tort claims.

Learn more about this seminar and register here.

May 17th, 2024
Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way
Anaheim, CA 92802

This two-day seminar “is designed to help the regulated, the regulators, tribal members and conservationists navigate issues facing Washington’s Shorelines.” Attendees will receive “a detailed overview of the permitting process and ways to resolve challenges that stem from competing uses of and demands on marine waters.” The event will “explore the issues that impact the development, conservation, restoration and regulation of Washington’s river, lake, and marine shorelines.”

June 6th-7th, 2024
Virtual & In Person Event
Courtyard Marriott Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square
612 2nd Avenue
Seattle WA, 98104

This one-day event “will include presentations by attorneys, consultants, and other representatives of the regulated community regarding environmental issues that have impeded property redevelopment.” The seminar “will provide a detailed overview of the regional issues faced by developers, including regulatory changes and broad liabilities that future owners of these properties may face.” Faculty will provide “legislative and policy updates and review the latest issues pertaining to environmental justice, vapor intrusion, and Superfund site reuse” and “will discuss funding resources, insurance considerations, and technical assistance for addressing contaminated properties and offer a look into recent projects, both small and large.”

June 20th, 2024
In Person & Virtual Event
Location TBD
Portland, OR

This two-day event focuses on “the legal, regulatory, scientific, and cultural aspects of Hawaii’s shoreline management system with particular emphasis on the potential impacts of rising sea levels on Hawaii’s low-lying coastal communities, infrastructure, and natural and cultural resources.” The faculty “represent diverse perspectives on shoreline management and legal and regulatory responses to climate change challenges.” Hawaii is “a national leader in climate change adaption as it relates to shoreline laws and regulations, cultural and natural resources management, and coastal community resiliency.”

May 2nd-3rd, 2024
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Tapa Conference Center, 2005 Kalia Road
Honolulu HI, 96815

This one-day seminar will “provide practitioners and insurance professionals with an update on new developments affecting the insurance industry in Louisiana.” The program is relevant for attorneys and insurance professionals. The event “will feature attorneys with a range of experience in representing insurers and policyholders and will include timely discussions on insurance cases that should not be missed.”

April 17th, 2024
Virtual & In-Person Event
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
1001 South Peters Street
New Orleans LA, 70130

The 30th West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar returns to the Disneyland Hotel this May. This year’s event includes one additional day of programming. The three-day seminar is comprised of keynotes, breakout sessions, award ceremonies, exhibits, networking opportunities and more. The annual event will cover important topics of interest to those in the construction defect community.

May 15th-17th, 2024
Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way
Anaheim, CA 92802

This one-day event “will cover critical-path schedule and delay concepts and principles essential for understanding and presenting project delay issues and claims, as well as advanced technical and legal concepts and strategies for addressing schedule delay, disruption, and acceleration claims.” In addition, the faculty “will address the most challenging issues that arise in managing project schedules and delays and will present cutting-edge techniques for documenting, analyzing, and presenting project schedule delay events, providing guidance on how to avoid, negotiate, and resolve these disputes.” The seminar is relevant for attorneys, contractors, and insurance professionals.

May 31st, 2024
In Person & Virtual Event
Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Lake Union
925 Westlake Avenue North
Seattle WA, 98109

This event “is designed to help new and seasoned practitioners understand the issues and opportunities facing Washington property owners.” Attendees will “leave better prepared to protect your clients and preserve their rights in the continually developing landscape of property law.” Questions that will be addressed include “In making these dedications, what should you be aware of? What are the mechanics for drafting these easements? Who will pay for the maintenance of these areas? Who will cover the potential liabilities?”

April 4th, 2024
Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Lake Union
925 Westlake Avenue North
Seattle WA, 98109