MTMP Fall 2026 Seminar Agenda
* Agenda subject to change
ALL SESSION TIMES ARE IN LOCAL (LAS VEGAS) TIME
- October 12 Monday
- October 13 Tuesday
- October 14 Wednesday
- October 15 Thursday
- All Dates
- Building a Mass Tort Law Firm
- Nuts & Bolts of Mass Torts
- Trial Skills
- Paralegal College Skills
- Mass Tort Projects
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 12:45 pm |
★BONUS EVENTS★Kick off the conference a day early with bonus events designed to spark connections and build momentum before the sessions even begin. |
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| 12:45 pm |
Meadow Golf Tour – MTMP Outing12:45pm – 4:00pm Before our conference sessions, networking, and powerhouse panels begin, tee off alongside fellow trial lawyers, legal leaders, and industry partners for an unforgettable day on one of the most iconic courses on the Las Vegas Strip. Golf shootout starts at 12:45 PM PST |
Bali Hai Golf Club – Las Vegas Strip | |
| 3:00 pm |
MTMP Pre-Registration3:00pm – 5:00pm Stop by MTMP Registration to check in, pick up your badge, and grab your Welcome Bag filled with goodies from our sponsors. |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Music, Mix & Mingle Cocktail PartyCo-sponsored by Reciprocity Industries This year, the party starts before the sessions begin! Join us on Monday, October 12th for the MTMP Pre-Conference Kickoff Party, an electric kickoff the night before MTMP officially begins. |
Monet 1&2 |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 12:45 pm |
★BONUS EVENTS★Kick off the conference a day early with bonus events designed to spark connections and build momentum before the sessions even begin. |
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| 12:45 pm |
Meadow Golf Tour – MTMP Outing12:45pm – 4:00pm Before our conference sessions, networking, and powerhouse panels begin, tee off alongside fellow trial lawyers, legal leaders, and industry partners for an unforgettable day on one of the most iconic courses on the Las Vegas Strip. Golf shootout starts at 12:45 PM PST |
Bali Hai Golf Club – Las Vegas Strip | |
| 3:00 pm |
MTMP Pre-Registration3:00pm – 5:00pm Stop by MTMP Registration to check in, pick up your badge, and grab your Welcome Bag filled with goodies from our sponsors. |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Music, Mix & Mingle Cocktail PartyCo-sponsored by Reciprocity Industries This year, the party starts before the sessions begin! Join us on Monday, October 12th for the MTMP Pre-Conference Kickoff Party, an electric kickoff the night before MTMP officially begins. |
Monet 1&2 |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 pm |
★BONUS EVENTS★Kick off the conference a day early with bonus events designed to spark connections and build momentum before the sessions even begin. |
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| 12:45 pm |
Meadow Golf Tour – MTMP Outing12:45pm – 4:00pm Before our conference sessions, networking, and powerhouse panels begin, tee off alongside fellow trial lawyers, legal leaders, and industry partners for an unforgettable day on one of the most iconic courses on the Las Vegas Strip. Golf shootout starts at 12:45 PM PST |
Bali Hai Golf Club – Las Vegas Strip | |
| 3:00 pm |
MTMP Pre-Registration3:00pm – 5:00pm Stop by MTMP Registration to check in, pick up your badge, and grab your Welcome Bag filled with goodies from our sponsors. |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Music, Mix & Mingle Cocktail PartyCo-sponsored by Reciprocity Industries This year, the party starts before the sessions begin! Join us on Monday, October 12th for the MTMP Pre-Conference Kickoff Party, an electric kickoff the night before MTMP officially begins. |
Monet 1&2 |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 pm |
★BONUS EVENTS★Kick off the conference a day early with bonus events designed to spark connections and build momentum before the sessions even begin. |
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| 12:45 pm |
Meadow Golf Tour – MTMP Outing12:45pm – 4:00pm Before our conference sessions, networking, and powerhouse panels begin, tee off alongside fellow trial lawyers, legal leaders, and industry partners for an unforgettable day on one of the most iconic courses on the Las Vegas Strip. Golf shootout starts at 12:45 PM PST |
Bali Hai Golf Club – Las Vegas Strip | |
| 3:00 pm |
MTMP Pre-Registration3:00pm – 5:00pm Stop by MTMP Registration to check in, pick up your badge, and grab your Welcome Bag filled with goodies from our sponsors. |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Music, Mix & Mingle Cocktail PartyCo-sponsored by Reciprocity Industries This year, the party starts before the sessions begin! Join us on Monday, October 12th for the MTMP Pre-Conference Kickoff Party, an electric kickoff the night before MTMP officially begins. |
Monet 1&2 |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 pm |
★BONUS EVENTS★Kick off the conference a day early with bonus events designed to spark connections and build momentum before the sessions even begin. |
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| 12:45 pm |
Meadow Golf Tour – MTMP Outing12:45pm – 4:00pm Before our conference sessions, networking, and powerhouse panels begin, tee off alongside fellow trial lawyers, legal leaders, and industry partners for an unforgettable day on one of the most iconic courses on the Las Vegas Strip. Golf shootout starts at 12:45 PM PST |
Bali Hai Golf Club – Las Vegas Strip | |
| 3:00 pm |
MTMP Pre-Registration3:00pm – 5:00pm Stop by MTMP Registration to check in, pick up your badge, and grab your Welcome Bag filled with goodies from our sponsors. |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Music, Mix & Mingle Cocktail PartyCo-sponsored by Reciprocity Industries This year, the party starts before the sessions begin! Join us on Monday, October 12th for the MTMP Pre-Conference Kickoff Party, an electric kickoff the night before MTMP officially begins. |
Monet 1&2 |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
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| 8:30 am |
Building a Mass Tort Law Firm Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Expert Radiology More Sessions Coming Soon. |
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| 8:30 am |
Built to Win: AI's Real Impact on Case Lifecycle Speed and Outcomes Part 1 |
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| 9:15 am |
Built to Win: AI's Real Impact on Case Lifecycle Speed and Outcomes Part 2 |
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| 10:00 am |
Show Me the Money |
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| 10:15 am |
Building a Mass Tort Law Firm: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:30 am |
Real Voices, Real Issues: Peer Insights with Industry Leaders |
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| 11:00 am |
Cost Effective Financing to Scale your Practice |
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| 11:15 am |
The New Standard for PI Litigation: Proactive Case Management and Firmwide Insights |
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| 11:30 am |
Smarter Intake: Reducing Risk While Signing Better ClientsSpeaker TBD, Intake Desk |
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| 12:15 pm |
Buffet Luncheon in the Exhibit Hall |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 1:45 pm |
The Next Generation of Mass Tort Settlements: Document Intelligence, AI and Litigation TechnologySpeaker TBD, PRT |
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| 2:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Asbestos in 2026: Where Is the Litigation Heading Now?
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| 2:30 pm |
That Escalated Quickly: Graph AI for Regulatory Forecasting and Litigation Outcome Prediction |
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| 2:45 pm |
Settle for More: The MRI Report Defense Doesn’t Want You to Have |
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| 3:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Women & Wealth: Navigating Opportunity in the Great Wealth TransferCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team A historic shift in wealth is happening right now, and women are leading the way. As trillions of dollars move between generations in what is known as the Great Wealth Transfer, women are increasingly becoming the key decision-makers shaping their families’ financial futures. Women & Wealth is an engaging educational seminar designed to empower women with the knowledge, confidence and strategies needed to make the most of this unprecedented opportunity. Whether you’re growing your wealth, planning for retirement, navigating an inheritance or creating a lasting legacy, you’ll gain practical insights to help make informed financial decisions with greater clarity and confidence. |
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| 3:00 pm |
Protecting Capital From Click to Case How Better Case Acquisition Drives Stronger Investment Returns |
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| 3:15 pm |
Building a Mass Tort Law Firm: Afternoon BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 3:30 pm |
Causation Intelligence: Ultimate Defensibility for your PFAS Mass Tort Cases |
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| 3:45 pm |
Building a Better Mass Tort Business |
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| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 4:30 pm |
Building a Mass Tort Law Firm Track Adjourns |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the BellagioCo-sponsored by EvenUp Following the first full day of conference programming, join us poolside at the Bellagio for The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the Bellagio. Enjoy cocktails, food, entertainment, and networking under the Las Vegas sky as the MTMP community comes together for an unforgettable evening. |
Bellagio Pool |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
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| 8:30 am |
Nuts & Bolts Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Grant & Eisenhofer |
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| 8:45 am |
Welcome Remarks |
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| 8:45 am |
How You Pick a Mass Tort |
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| 9:15 am |
Building Strong Referral Relationships: Working Together to Better Serve Clients |
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| 9:45 am |
Preparing a Mass Tort Client for Deposition |
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| 10:30 am |
Nuts and Bolts: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:45 am |
What Happens After a Settlement? Managing the Cases That Are Left Over |
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| 11:15 am |
Case Acquisition Strategies for Mass Tort Projects - What's New?Additional Speakers TBD |
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| 12:00 pm |
Preemption After Durnell
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| 12:15 pm |
Buffet Luncheon in the Exhibit Hall |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 12:30 pm |
Nuts & Bolts Track Adjourns |
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| 2:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Asbestos in 2026: Where Is the Litigation Heading Now?
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| 3:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Women & Wealth: Navigating Opportunity in the Great Wealth TransferCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team A historic shift in wealth is happening right now, and women are leading the way. As trillions of dollars move between generations in what is known as the Great Wealth Transfer, women are increasingly becoming the key decision-makers shaping their families’ financial futures. Women & Wealth is an engaging educational seminar designed to empower women with the knowledge, confidence and strategies needed to make the most of this unprecedented opportunity. Whether you’re growing your wealth, planning for retirement, navigating an inheritance or creating a lasting legacy, you’ll gain practical insights to help make informed financial decisions with greater clarity and confidence. |
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| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the BellagioCo-sponsored by EvenUp Following the first full day of conference programming, join us poolside at the Bellagio for The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the Bellagio. Enjoy cocktails, food, entertainment, and networking under the Las Vegas sky as the MTMP community comes together for an unforgettable evening. |
Bellagio Pool |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
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| 8:30 am |
Trial Skills Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Filevine |
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| 8:30 am |
Building the Theme of the Case from Day OnePractical methods for developing themes and preparing the case around those themes from intake through verdict. |
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| 9:00 am |
Claiming Credibility: Opening Statements That Win the CaseLearn the dos and, more importantly, the don’ts that win you case in your first impact with your newly impaneled jury. |
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| 9:30 am |
Mass Torts, High Stakes: How Top Firms Master Depositions at Scale |
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| 9:45 am |
Outside-the-Box Approaches Leading to a Successful VerdictJosh Autry highlights the ingenuities and outside-the-box methods necessary to prevail at trial. From the start to the close of trial, strategic creativity makes the difference between losing a case and being awarded a multi-million-dollar verdict. Josh’s unique perspective and plethora of experience has led to his pivotal roles in many of the nation’s largest litigations. Join us as Josh shares his experience and knowledge of how to win at trial. |
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| 10:15 am |
Trial Skills: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:30 am |
Analogies for Final Argument in TBI Cases |
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| 11:00 am |
Cross-Examination Techniques that Win CasesStrategies for witness preparation, preserving testimony, and using depositions at trial. |
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| 11:45 am |
Visuals for the WinLearn tips and tricks from the trenches about creating winning case visuals for depositions, mediation and trial. No need to hire expensive vendors. This presentation will show you how to get true bang for your buck and to think outside of the box on creating powerful visuals. |
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| 12:30 pm |
Buffet Luncheon in the Exhibit Hall |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 1:30 pm |
I Second That EmotionHow does emotion drive a jury and how can lawyers best tap in to that? |
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| 2:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Asbestos in 2026: Where Is the Litigation Heading Now?
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| 2:15 pm |
The Heart of the Story: Using Themes to Drive Powerful NarrativesIdentifying 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. |
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| 3:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Women & Wealth: Navigating Opportunity in the Great Wealth TransferCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team A historic shift in wealth is happening right now, and women are leading the way. As trillions of dollars move between generations in what is known as the Great Wealth Transfer, women are increasingly becoming the key decision-makers shaping their families’ financial futures. Women & Wealth is an engaging educational seminar designed to empower women with the knowledge, confidence and strategies needed to make the most of this unprecedented opportunity. Whether you’re growing your wealth, planning for retirement, navigating an inheritance or creating a lasting legacy, you’ll gain practical insights to help make informed financial decisions with greater clarity and confidence. |
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| 3:00 pm |
Trial Skills: Afternoon BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 3:15 pm |
Preparing and Taking Effective Expert DepositionsTechniques for attacking expert testimony and neutralizing common defense arguments. |
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| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 4:00 pm |
Presentation of Your PlaintiffMethods for proving damages and connecting emotionally with jurors without overreaching. |
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| 4:30 pm |
The Art of the Deposition: 10 Proven Tactics Trial Lawyers Can Use in Any Deposition |
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| 5:15 pm |
Trial Skills Track Adjourns |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the BellagioCo-sponsored by EvenUp Following the first full day of conference programming, join us poolside at the Bellagio for The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the Bellagio. Enjoy cocktails, food, entertainment, and networking under the Las Vegas sky as the MTMP community comes together for an unforgettable evening. |
Bellagio Pool |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
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| 8:30 am |
Paralegal Skills Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Simply Convert |
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| 8:30 am |
Non-English Client CommunicationLearn practical strategies for overcoming language and cultural barriers to communicate more effectively with clients and provide compassionate, client-centered support. |
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| 9:15 am |
Strategic Support: The Paralegal's Role in DepositionsHow paralegals play a critical role in deposition preparation, organization, and support to help attorneys build stronger cases and achieve successful outcomes. |
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| 10:00 am |
Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Creating Efficient and Consistent Workflows for Your Team or Firm |
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| 10:45 am |
Paralegal College Skills: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 11:00 am |
Preparing the Bellwether Client for Trial |
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| 11:45 am |
eDiscovery and Your Client's Social Media Presence |
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| 12:30 pm |
Buffet Luncheon in the Exhibit Hall |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 1:15 pm |
Evidence Authentication: AI, Document Sourcing, and Best Practices for Admissibility |
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| 2:00 pm |
Thriving in a Fast-Paced Office: Time Management, Prioritization, Multitasking & Working Under PressureLearn practical strategies for managing competing priorities, staying organized, and thriving in the fast-paced environment of a mass tort practice. |
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| 2:45 pm |
Mastering a New Mass Tort Docket: Strategies for Managing High-Volume Client Intake and Case Organization |
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| 3:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Women & Wealth: Navigating Opportunity in the Great Wealth TransferCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team A historic shift in wealth is happening right now, and women are leading the way. As trillions of dollars move between generations in what is known as the Great Wealth Transfer, women are increasingly becoming the key decision-makers shaping their families’ financial futures. Women & Wealth is an engaging educational seminar designed to empower women with the knowledge, confidence and strategies needed to make the most of this unprecedented opportunity. Whether you’re growing your wealth, planning for retirement, navigating an inheritance or creating a lasting legacy, you’ll gain practical insights to help make informed financial decisions with greater clarity and confidence. |
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| 3:30 pm |
Paralegal College Skills: Afternoon BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 4:00 pm |
Handling PFS Deficiencies: Best Practices and Effective Resolution Strategies |
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| 4:45 pm |
Paralegal Skills Track Adjourns |
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| 6:00 pm |
The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the BellagioCo-sponsored by EvenUp Following the first full day of conference programming, join us poolside at the Bellagio for The MTMP Gala: Under the Stars at the Bellagio. Enjoy cocktails, food, entertainment, and networking under the Las Vegas sky as the MTMP community comes together for an unforgettable evening. |
Bellagio Pool |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 8:30 am |
$88 Million Verdict with 18 Hours of Evidence: The Covidien Hernia Mesh Verdict Session |
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| 9:00 am |
Paralegal Skills Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Simply Convert |
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| 9:00 am |
Snapchat: Online Child Predators in the Digital AgeThis opening session will examine the evolving social media litigation involving Snapchat and the growing efforts to hold technology companies accountable for harm to children. Learn why industry leaders believe these cases represent the next major wave of mass tort litigation and how attorneys of all practice areas can position themselves to be part of this rapidly expanding landscape. |
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| 10:00 am |
Paralegal College Skills: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:30 am |
MTMP Paralegal Certification ProgramThe MTMP Paralegal Certification Program can help you strengthen your skills, expand your knowledge, and advance your career in mass tort litigation. This session will provide an overview of the program, certification requirements, and the benefits of becoming MTMP certified. |
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| 11:00 am |
Effective Legal Writing & Drafting: Clarity, Accuracy, Readability, and Conciseness in Motions & Correspondence |
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| 11:45 am |
Understanding Your Attorney’s Work Style: Building Stronger Attorney–Paralegal Communication and CollaborationLearn how to recognize and adapt to different attorney work styles to strengthen communication, improve collaboration, and build a more effective attorney–paralegal partnership. |
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| 12:30 pm |
MTMP Awards Luncheon & Performance by Vince GillCo-sponsored by Broughton Partners |
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| 2:30 pm |
Building and Maintaining Strong Relationships with Referral Partners and Referral Firm ParalegalsDiscover strategies for building and maintaining strong relationships with referral partners and referral firm paralegals to improve communication, strengthen collaboration, and drive successful case outcomes. |
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| 3:15 pm |
From Case Manager to Change Manager: Leading Your Firm's AI Adoption. |
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| 3:30 pm |
Paralegal College Skills: Afternoon BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 3:45 pm |
Reading and Organizing Medical Records: Strategies for Effective Review and Case Understanding |
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| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 4:30 pm |
Ethical Essentials: Understanding the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL) |
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| 5:30 pm |
Paralegal Skills Track Adjourns |
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| 5:30 pm |
Conversations and Cocktails: The MTMP Networking ReceptionThis year, we’re reimagining our Wednesday evening Exhibit Hall event with the debut of Conversations and Cocktails: The MTMP Networking Reception—an interactive experience focused on bringing the MTMP community together. Enjoy globally inspired food, cocktails, music, and cultural experiences while connecting with peers, exhibitors, and industry leaders in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere. |
Exhibit Hall |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 8:30 am |
Mass Tort Projects Track Begins |
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| 8:30 am |
$88 Million Verdict with 18 Hours of Evidence: The Covidien Hernia Mesh Verdict Session |
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| 9:00 am |
Snapchat: Online Child Predators in the Digital AgeThis opening session will examine the evolving social media litigation involving Snapchat and the growing efforts to hold technology companies accountable for harm to children. Learn why industry leaders believe these cases represent the next major wave of mass tort litigation and how attorneys of all practice areas can position themselves to be part of this rapidly expanding landscape. |
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| 10:00 am |
The State of MDLs Across the Country - Outlook for 2026 and Onward |
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| 10:45 am |
Mass Tort Projects: Morning BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 11:00 am |
Navigating the New Mass Tort Landscape: Tech, Finance, and Capitalizing on Rule 16.1
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| 12:00 pm |
Emerging Litigation: Olympus ScopesAdditional Speakers TBD |
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| 12:30 pm |
MTMP Awards Luncheon & Performance by Vince GillCo-sponsored by Broughton Partners |
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| 2:30 pm |
GLP 1 Litigation Update: MDL 3163 (NAION) – MDL 3094 (GI) – State Court Tracks
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| 3:00 pm |
Roblox Litigation UpdateThis presentation will provide an update on the developing litigation involving allegations of child exploitation and predation on Roblox. The panelist will provide an overview of the litigation and key case theories, criteria for evaluating potential cases, and practical considerations for conducting trauma-informed client intake and vetting. The presentation will also cover the MDL 3166 arbitration bellwether process, developments in California JCCP 5440, and important considerations surrounding the identification, preservation, and handling of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). |
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| 3:00 pm |
BREAKOUT SESSION: New Emerging Drinking Water Contaminant 1,4-Dioxane |
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| 3:30 pm |
Mass Tort Projects: Afternoon BreakCo-sponsored by National Record Retrieval |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 3:45 pm |
Social Media Addiction Litigation UpdateThis presentation will examine the latest developments in the Social Media Adolescent Addiction litigation, including recent trial activity in the California JCCP and federal MDL. The panelists will cover the status of the bellwether cases, developments in the school district litigation, upcoming trials, and key lessons emerging from cases that have reached the trial stage. |
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| 4:00 pm |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 4:15 pm |
AI Chatbot Assisted Harms Case UpdateAdditional Speakers TBD This presentation will examine the emerging litigation involving allegations of AI chatbots encouraging harmful behavior and contributing to psychological distress. The discussion will provide an overview of the factual and legal theories underlying these cases, the current litigation landscape, and noteworthy judicial decisions shaping this developing area of law. The presentation will also address criteria for evaluating potential cases and key considerations for investigating and developing AI chatbot assisted harm claims. |
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| 4:45 pm |
Dupixent Litigation Update: JPML Decision and the Future of CTCL ClaimsAdditional Speakers TBD This session will provide an update on the evolving product liability litigation involving Dupixent (dupilumab) and Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL). The presenters will discuss the JPML’s decision following the May 28, 2026 oral arguments regarding federal consolidation, the current procedural posture of the litigation, emerging filing trends, and strategic considerations moving forward. The session will also examine developments in scientific literature, pleadings, and jurisdictional strategy shaping the future of the litigation across state and federal landscapes. |
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| 5:15 pm |
The Latest on Talc Litigation
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| 5:30 pm |
Conversations and Cocktails: The MTMP Networking ReceptionThis year, we’re reimagining our Wednesday evening Exhibit Hall event with the debut of Conversations and Cocktails: The MTMP Networking Reception—an interactive experience focused on bringing the MTMP community together. Enjoy globally inspired food, cocktails, music, and cultural experiences while connecting with peers, exhibitors, and industry leaders in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere. |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 5:45 pm |
Mass Tort Projects Track Adjourns |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 8:30 am |
Women in Legal Leadership BreakfastCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team |
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| 9:45 am |
Paralegal Skills Track BeginsCo-sponsored by Simply Convert |
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| 9:45 am |
Managing the Many Relationships of a Mass Tort Paralegal: Clients, Attorneys, Colleagues, Referral Partners, and the CourtsLearn practical strategies for effectively managing relationships with clients, attorneys, colleagues, referral partners, and the courts to strengthen communication, collaboration, and overall case success. |
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| 10:15 am |
Morning Break: Bloody Mary & Mimosa BarCo-sponsored by Tavrn |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:30 am |
The Use of AI in Settlement Administration |
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| 11:00 am |
Standing Out in the Legal Community: Career Growth and Advancement for ParalegalsDiscover practical strategies to grow your career, expand your professional network, and stand out in the legal community. |
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| 11:30 am |
Working Lunch — Boxed Lunches ProvidedCo-sponsored by Business Funding Group |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 2:00 pm |
Conference Adjourns |
| Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | Location |
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| 7:30 am |
Registration |
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| 7:30 am |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting |
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| 7:30 am |
Buffet Breakfast |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 8:30 am |
Women in Legal Leadership BreakfastCo-sponsored by Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team |
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| 8:30 am |
Mass Tort Projects Track Begins |
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| 8:30 am |
MultiPlan MDL: Inside the Antitrust Litigation & Health Insurance Industry Price-FixingThis session will dive inside the MultiPlan MDL and examine the key issues at the center of the litigation. MultiPlan and the nation’s largest health have colluded to unjustly underpay healthcare providers by billions of dollars in reimbursements for out-of-network services. This litigation serves as an opportunity for law firms around the country to become involved in the litigation, as doctors and healthcare providers nationally may have potential claims against MultiPlan. Join to hear how you can get involved in this antitrust litigation. |
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| 9:00 am |
Ethical Issues in Mass Tort LitigationSponsored by the National Legal Vendors Association (NLVA) |
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| 10:00 am |
Morning Break: Bloody Mary & Mimosa BarCo-sponsored by Tavrn |
Exhibit Hall | |
| 10:15 am |
Suboxone Project Update |
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| 10:15 am |
BREAKOUT SESSION: Rideshare Sexual Assault - Update on Uber/Lyft Litigation |
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| 10:45 am |
Video Game Addiction Case Developments - School District Litigation |
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| 11:15 am |
Sports Betting Apps and Youth Addiction: Emerging Litigation |
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| 11:30 am |
Working Lunch — Boxed Lunches ProvidedCo-sponsored by Business Funding Group |
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| 12:00 pm |
From Beauty to Liability: Understanding the Hair Relaxer Litigation |
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| 12:30 pm |
Mass Tort Rundown – Latest Developments on Key Cases
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| 2:00 pm |
Conference Adjourns |