MTMP Spring 2025 Seminar Agenda

Co-sponsored by CAMG

Building the Next Generation of MDL & JPML Leadership – This Leadership Breakout is a must-attend session for those looking to step into mass tort leadership roles. Learn from top litigators how to position yourself for MDL and JPML leadership and take your career to the next level.

Speaker TBD, Intake Desk

• Anatomy of a case – what does a wildfire litigation case look like and how does it proceed?
• Evaluating fault for the Eaton and Palisades Wildfires
• Theories of liability – inverse condemnation
• Who can bring a claim for property damages – owners vs renters
• Navigating first party claims and subrogation issues
• The California Wildfire Trust Fund – what is it, how does it work

Co-sponsored by Ringler Associates

Co-sponsored by Western Alliance Bank

Co-sponsored by CAMG

Co-sponsored by CAMG

Building the Next Generation of MDL & JPML Leadership – This Leadership Breakout is a must-attend session for those looking to step into mass tort leadership roles. Learn from top litigators how to position yourself for MDL and JPML leadership and take your career to the next level.

• Anatomy of a case – what does a wildfire litigation case look like and how does it proceed?
• Evaluating fault for the Eaton and Palisades Wildfires
• Theories of liability – inverse condemnation
• Who can bring a claim for property damages – owners vs renters
• Navigating first party claims and subrogation issues
• The California Wildfire Trust Fund – what is it, how does it work

Co-sponsored by Ringler Associates

Co-sponsored by Western Alliance Bank

Co-sponsored by CAMG

Co-sponsored by Filevine

Identifying case themes, utilizing a theme grid, and integration of high impact demonstratives are critical to effective litigation. Join this session as we demonstrate how to craft and execute concise themes in complex cases and take your witness examinations from ordinary to excellent.

Building the Next Generation of MDL & JPML Leadership – This Leadership Breakout is a must-attend session for those looking to step into mass tort leadership roles. Learn from top litigators how to position yourself for MDL and JPML leadership and take your career to the next level.

Speakers TBD

• Anatomy of a case – what does a wildfire litigation case look like and how does it proceed?
• Evaluating fault for the Eaton and Palisades Wildfires
• Theories of liability – inverse condemnation
• Who can bring a claim for property damages – owners vs renters
• Navigating first party claims and subrogation issues
• The California Wildfire Trust Fund – what is it, how does it work

Co-sponsored by Ringler Associates

Co-sponsored by Western Alliance Bank

Co-sponsored by CAMG

Co-sponsored by Supio

An overview of the of the Paralegal College program as well as a brief overview of mass torts. Attendees will better understand the programming available to them and be given a high-level primer of mass torts practice.

We will introduce what State Bar Associations are saying about:

• Unauthorized Practice of Law by Paralegals and Others
• Discussions on how Paralegals can be held accountable for UPL, lost of job or litigation
• How Paralegals can guard against client conflicts
• Update on Artificial Intelligence in Legal Profession and the role of the Paralegal

This dynamic live session brings together the paralegal and attorney view on complexities surrounding statutes of limitations (SOLs). Attendees will gain critical insights into the nuances of SOLs, including:

• Should You Really Be Using a Buffer? Understanding the practical use of safety margins in SOL cases.
• What Is Tolling, and How Do We Track It? A breakdown of tolling events, their impact on timelines, and how to manage them effectively.
  Keeping an Eye on Legislative Changes: Monitoring and adapting to new laws affecting SOLs.
• What Determines the SOL? A review of pivotal factors like date of injury, date of discovery, and which state’s SOL governs the case.
• SOL Traps to Avoid: Spotlighting states without a discovery rule, one-year statutes, and other pitfalls.
• Best Practices for SOL Cases: Actionable strategies to handle potential SOL issues with confidence and precision.
  Whether you’re new to handling SOL cases or a seasoned practitioner seeking to refine your approach, this panel offers indispensable guidance to safeguard your cases and enhance your legal expertise.

This session will explore what makes an ultra processed food ‘ultra processed’, how these products came to dominate our food supply, the injuries they cause to adolescents, and strategies to tailor your work flow based on case specific criteria.

Building the Next Generation of MDL & JPML Leadership – This Leadership Breakout is a must-attend session for those looking to step into mass tort leadership roles. Learn from top litigators how to position yourself for MDL and JPML leadership and take your career to the next level.

• Anatomy of a case – what does a wildfire litigation case look like and how does it proceed?
• Evaluating fault for the Eaton and Palisades Wildfires
• Theories of liability – inverse condemnation
• Who can bring a claim for property damages – owners vs renters
• Navigating first party claims and subrogation issues
• The California Wildfire Trust Fund – what is it, how does it work

Co-sponsored by Ringler Associates

Co-sponsored by Western Alliance Bank

Co-sponsored by Supio

Docketing: What it is and why it’s crucial for case management, litigation strategy, motion practice, trial preparation, and client communication. Discuss the paralegal’s role in managing dockets.

Research Tools: Discuss key search features of LexisNexis and Westlaw. Best Practices: Discuss the importance of well-organized dockets, including regular review and updates, as well as collaboration to share information with team. PACER: Discuss efficient and cost-effective ways to navigate federal court dockets and share general navigation tips.

Co-sponsored by Genesis Legal AI

Takes a deep dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in modern legal practice. This session examines the potential of AI to reshape case management, client interactions, and data analysis while addressing critical ethical considerations and practical applications. Discover how innovative algorithms are driving the legal field forward and explore actionable strategies for leveraging AI responsibly to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client outcomes.

Co-sponsored by Broughton Partners

Join Supio for an engaging session tailored specifically for personal injury law firm paralegals! Discover how AI can be your secret weapon to work smarter, not harder. This presentation will show you how AI is helping paralegals bring more value to their firm. We’ll debunk the myth that AI is here to replace legal professionals and instead reveal how it empowers paralegals to play an even more vital role in achieving client success. We will share the legal AI tools that will help support you throughout the entire lifecycle of a case from intake, value assessment and demand generation—all the way through to litigation. You’ll see how embracing AI makes your job easier, your casework stronger, and your value to the firm indispensable.

Co-sponsored by Genesis Legal AI

Co-sponsored by Broughton Partners

Tack One Cases Progress: The initial cases under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act are advancing in the Eastern District of North Carolina. These cases are setting the stage for how subsequent claims may proceed.

Expert Reports in Progress: The plaintiff leadership group is actively preparing expert reports. These reports are crucial for establishing evidence and shaping the narrative for the upcoming trials.

Preparation for Bellwether Trials: Teams are gearing up for the first round of bellwether trials. These trials are pivotal in testing legal theories and evaluating potential outcomes for the broader litigation.

Government’s Motion Practice Intensifies: The U.S. government continues to file motions to challenge claims, requiring plaintiffs to respond with robust legal arguments and evidence to keep their cases moving forward.

Navy JAG Evaluations for Elective Option Qualification: The Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) is actively assessing claimants to determine their eligibility for the Elective Option, a process that could streamline resolution for certain cases.

Co-sponsored by Genesis Legal AI

Co-sponsored by Broughton Partners

Co-sponsored by Genesis Legal AI

Co-sponsored by Broughton Partners

Co-sponsored by A Case for Women and Grant & Eisenhofer

DEI programs all over the country are beginning to disappear, or be severely limited or restricted. The mass torts world has benefited over the years from diversity initiatives that have helped all of us create a more even playing field for everyone – women, people of different races, religions and backgrounds – to participate in a system that represents diverse plaintiffs.

Our breakfast panel discussion will focus on:

1. How the DEI label has been misconstrued and misunderstood
2. How can we continue to support DEI
3. What issues might firms begin to face if they want to continue their DEI hiring practices
4. What negative impact could restricting DEI at firms and companies have, and how can we as individuals and members of firms stay involved and promote fairness?
5. The impact this will have on judges setting leadership slates in MDLs
6. How can we stay true to our core principals and values but not open our firms or companies up to liability?
7. Celebrating diversity – finding the silver lining

Co-sponsored by Supio

Co-sponsored by Business Funding Group

Co-sponsored by A Case for Women and Grant & Eisenhofer

DEI programs all over the country are beginning to disappear, or be severely limited or restricted. The mass torts world has benefited over the years from diversity initiatives that have helped all of us create a more even playing field for everyone – women, people of different races, religions and backgrounds – to participate in a system that represents diverse plaintiffs.

Our breakfast panel discussion will focus on:

1. How the DEI label has been misconstrued and misunderstood
2. How can we continue to support DEI
3. What issues might firms begin to face if they want to continue their DEI hiring practices
4. What negative impact could restricting DEI at firms and companies have, and how can we as individuals and members of firms stay involved and promote fairness?
5. The impact this will have on judges setting leadership slates in MDLs
6. How can we stay true to our core principals and values but not open our firms or companies up to liability?
7. Celebrating diversity – finding the silver lining

Plaintiffs Preparing for Discovery: With the motions to dismiss resolved, plaintiffs are now gearing up for the discovery phase, where critical evidence will be exchanged to support their claims.

Upcoming Filing Deadline: The next significant filing deadline is fast approaching, marking an important milestone as the litigation progresses.

Court Establishes Census Program: To streamline case management, the court has implemented a census program to gather detailed information about the claims and better organize the litigation.

Co-sponsored by Business Funding Group

• Valsartan
• Tepezza
• Paragard
• Gardasil