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Get a Sneak Peek of DRI's Annual Meeting with Keynote Speaker Mara Liasson! from 2023-08-09T14:35:29

Get a Sneak Peak of DRI's Annual Meeting with Keynote Speaker Mara Liasson!

Fred Reisz from 2020-07-17T15:41:19

Robert Williams from 2020-07-17T15:41:07

Lisa Baird from 2020-07-17T15:40:48

Ted Freeman from 2020-07-17T15:40:29

Catherin Slavin from 2020-07-17T15:40:08

Teresa Young from 2020-06-17T17:27:12

Frank Ramos and Teresa M. Young of Brown & James P.C. discuss the realities of working during a pandemic and the possible long-term impacts.

Melinda Kollross from 2020-06-17T17:26:53

Clausen Miller Appellate Practice Group Chair Melinda Kollross chats about her national appellate practice, litigating before the United States Supreme Court, and the impact of COVID-19 on appellat...

Larry Ebner from 2020-06-17T17:24:54

Independent appellate advocate Larry Ebner talks about his nationwide practice, why and how he launched his own appellate litigation boutique, and his leadership roles in DRI’s Center for Law and P...

Ben Block from 2020-06-17T17:24:05

Benjamin C. Block of Covington and Frank Ramos discuss sports law, veterans benefits issues, grit, and other topics.

Eric Rumanek from 2020-06-11T15:59:45

Eric Rumanek of Troutman Sanders speaks with Frank Ramos about current trends in mass tort MDL litigation and how the current COVID-19 pandemic is impacting drug and medical device litigation.

Mark Dombroff from 2020-06-11T15:59:19

In this fascinating interview, Mark Dombroff, who has been an aviation litigator for over 40 years, talks about, among other subjects, how he got into the world of aviation, his handling of the sho...

Matt Berard from 2020-06-11T15:59:03

Matt Berard of Bowman and Brooke in Detroit talks with Frank Ramos about his product liability practice in Detroit, Michigan, passing four bar exams in one year, and the impacts of COVID-19 on the ...

Edward Sherman from 2020-06-11T15:58:43

Steven Klepper from 2020-06-11T15:58:20

Steve Klepper, founder of the Maryland Appellate Blog, talks about appellate practice in the time of social distancing.

Matthew Nelson from 2020-06-11T15:57:42

Todd Page from 2020-06-11T15:57:04

Current Kentucky state membership chair Todd S. Page and Frank Ramos discuss the challenges of DRI membership recruitment in the midst of a pandemic, and how his career and firm have adjusted to th...

Scott Stolley from 2020-06-11T15:56:30

Scott Stolley, a solo appellate lawyer in Dallas, Texas and a founder of the DRI Appellate Advocacy Committee, discusses past and future appellate practice, including advice for young lawyers seeki...

Adam Hofmann from 2020-06-11T15:55:51

Adam W. Hofmann of Hanson Bridgett LLP offers recommendations for young lawyers interested in an appellate practice and discusses the importance of preservation and post-trial motions.

Hillary Taylor from 2020-05-26T18:19:20

Hillary Taylor, with the Portland law firm of Keating Jones Hughes, P.C., discusses the impact of the pandemic on practicing in the area of medical malpractice defense.

David Goodman from 2020-05-26T18:18:50

David M. Goodman of Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP discusses his experience as both a defense and plaintiff attorney with Frank Ramos, and explains the distinctions and differences in evaluating c...

Rob Wise from 2020-05-26T18:18:08

Frank Ramos sits down with past DRI Appellate Advocacy Committee chair Rob Wise of Bowman and Brooke LLP to discuss a wide range of topics, including the potential impact of COVID-19 on appellate a...

Sophia Lauricella from 2020-05-26T18:17:23

Sophia Lauricella, CCC Vice Chair, talks candidly with Frank about foreign culture and its influence on litigation around the world.

Michael Aylward from 2020-05-26T18:16:31

Former DRI Law Institute chair and insurance law leader Michael Aylward shared insights with Frank Ramos concerning the impact of the present pandemic on insurance coverage law and, in particular, ...

Amanda Heitz from 2020-05-26T18:15:43

Frank Ramos discusses writing, working from home, and what post-shutdown work might look like with Amanda Heitz of Bowman and Brooke, LLP.

Rose Miller from 2020-05-26T18:14:51

Pivot in the pandemic :

Rose Miller of ADR Solutions Group discusses how web-based and telephonic mediation helps her clients achieve their early settlement goals in these trying times

Erik Snapp from 2020-05-26T18:14:02

Frank Ramos and Dechert partner Erik Snapp discuss the importance of voting rights litigation in an election year, working with clients to manage media and public relations in high-stakes cases, an...

Richard Boyette from 2020-05-26T18:12:58

Frank visits with Richard Boyette of Cranfill, Sumner, and Hartzog, a past-DRI president, for a wide ranging discussion including pathways to leadership in DRI, and how law firms are coping with th...

Paul Swinton from 2020-05-26T18:12:05

Frank Ramos and Paul S. Swinton of FBL Financial Group, Inc. discuss the practice of Corporate Law in the time of COVID-19.

Anthony Sbarra from 2020-05-26T18:11:26

Tales from a defense lawyer: How we are coping with COVID -19 and how DRI can help.

Kristin Newman from 2020-05-26T18:09:37

Frank and I discussed the nuts and bolts of an aviation case and how attorneys practicing in such a niche market all work together (especially with such small pickin’s of aviation experts for attor...

Amy Mass from 2020-05-08T14:27:40

James Beck from 2020-05-08T14:27:18

Jim Beck of Reed Smith LLP describes how he became “Bexis,” as well as blogging for fun and profit in the unusual context of product liability litigation.

Sarah Spencer from 2020-05-08T14:26:59

Appellate Advocacy Committee vice-chair Sarah Elizabeth Spencer talks about her passions—doing intellectual battle as a Salt Lake City-based litigator and pursuing dangerous, daredevil hobbies in h...

Steven Rosenhek from 2020-05-08T14:26:49

Mary Sharp from 2020-05-08T14:26:37

Dave Jarrett from 2020-05-08T14:26:27

Samantha Lloyd from 2020-05-08T14:26:16

Tune in to hear how a former litigator is adjusting to her new General Counsel role in the midst of a pandemic.

Peter Cantone from 2020-05-08T14:22:36

Frank speaks with Pete Cantone, a partner at Bennett Schechter Arcuri & Will LLP in Buffalo, New York, about his defense practice, working remotely, and adapting to the changing legal environment d...

Edward Birk from 2020-05-08T14:21:05

A friendly discussion about why the idea of a free and robust news media is neither liberal nor conservative, but rather vital to an informed electorate and continuing our democracy, along with a f...

Michael Jones from 2020-05-08T14:20:27

Frank and Mike Jones from the Martin Pringle firm in Wichita discuss the interesting practice of aviation law and how it can be done nationally from a mid-major, hometown city base.

Kami Holmes from 2020-05-06T15:20:21

Commentary from an in-house counsel regarding working remotely amid among the coronavirus pandemic

Andrew Sefzik from 2020-04-21T15:07:52

A conversation with Andrew Sefzik, Senior Corporate Counsel with international manufacturing company, Alamo Group Inc.

Thomas Dunlap from 2020-04-21T15:03:44

Following a dream. A path to an alternative “law practice” advocating for transportation safety at the NTSB.

Jeff Holmstrand from 2020-04-21T15:00:49

In today’s episode, I talk with Jeff Holmstrand of Wheeling, West Virginia about his practice, jury trials, tort reform, and, of course, the impact of the novel coronavirus on the practice of law, ...

Jennifer Heis from 2020-04-21T14:59:44

Reflections and Silver Linings in the Midst of a Pandemic

Geneau Thames from 2020-04-21T14:59:24

A conversation with General Counsel in the midst of dealing with COVID-19.

Gail Rodgers from 2020-03-24T20:32:17

Gail Rodgers is a litigation partner in the New York office of DLA Piper and focuses on global white collar investigations and compliance reviews and pharmaceutical and medical device litigation.

GARY L. GRUBLER from 2020-03-06T19:31:49

John Parker Sweeney from 2020-03-06T19:31:38

Philipp Behrendt from 2020-01-31T20:27:40

Frank and Philipp discussed an international perspective to litigation – in particular the differences between the German and the US system and the Philipp’s work for German clients who face litiga...

Carmen R. Toledo from 2020-01-31T20:27:02

Carmen is a partner in the Atlanta office of King & Spalding, where she specializes in defending toxic tort and complex litigation matters.

L Pepper Cossar from 2019-12-30T19:03:35

Diane Fleming Averell from 2019-12-30T19:03:22

Baxter D. Drennon from 2019-12-30T19:03:05

David MacMain from 2019-12-30T19:02:32

Henry M. Sneath from 2019-12-30T19:01:50

Nicholas C. Pappas from 2019-12-30T19:01:05

Stan Graham from 2019-11-27T14:57:23

John Trimble from 2019-11-27T14:57:15

Thomas Feher from 2019-11-27T14:57:05

Guy Hughes from 2019-11-27T14:56:34

Richard Moore from 2019-11-27T14:56:20

Lisa L. Boswell from 2019-10-18T14:33:27

Ross B. Hofherr from 2019-10-18T14:33:15

Rosary A. Hernandez from 2019-10-18T14:33:04

Michael McGrory from 2019-09-10T15:33:53

“Mike McGrory, of SmithAmundsen in Chicago and chair of DRI’s Aviation Law Committee, discusses current issues the rapidly evolving areas of aviation law and cannabis law.”

Harold Adkins from 2019-09-03T20:31:24

“Hal Adkins talks about his practice as a litigator, now mediator, and what DRI has done to benefit his career”

Tiffany Alexander from 2019-08-30T14:59:37

R. Matthew Cairns from 2019-08-08T16:43:08

Past DRI President Matt Cairns discusses the differences he has seen between practicing in a law firm and practicing as a member of the the General Counsel’s office at a Fortune 200 company, and hi...

Toyja Kelley from 2019-06-25T15:12:32

On this week’s “A Conversation With” Podcast, Frank Ramos and DRI President Toyja Kelley chat about the current state of diversity in the legal profession and how DRI’s commitment to diversity fuel...

John Owen from 2019-06-18T19:06:21

“30 minutes of your life you’ll never get back, but you may very well enjoy the conversation.”

Scott Kreamer from 2019-06-12T14:21:11

On this week’s “A Conversation With” Podcast, Frank Ramos talks with Scott Kreamer about his experiences as President of the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel, including how the FDCC is giv...

Amy Sherry Fischer from 2019-05-15T17:36:35

Amy Sherry Fischer practices at Foliart, Huff, Ottaway, and Bottom in Oklahoma City in the areas of Drug and Medical Device, Products Liability, Insurance, and Commerical Litigation. She has been ...

Philip Willman from 2019-05-07T15:41:46

Phil Willman, DRI President Elect, is a principal with the St. Louis regional law firm of Brown & James. He devotes his trial practice to defending physicians, medical schools, nurses, hospitals, ...

Diane Pumphrey from 2019-04-30T20:22:53

My journey from handling bedpans to handling litigation.

Zachary Adams from 2019-04-23T16:31:47

This podcast features Zach Adams from Tucker Ellis LLP and host of Driverless, a podcast covering the legal issues associated with the autonomous driving and artificial intelligence fields, to disc...

Thomas Hurney from 2019-04-18T19:14:30

On this week’s “A Conversation With” Podcast, Frank Ramos and Tom Hurney chat about Tom’s family of lawyers (including his grandmother), trying cases and communicating with jurors, challenges of th...

A Conversation With... Sara Turner from 2019-04-10T14:13:49

Sara Turner, Committee Chair of the DRI Retail and Hospitality committee discusses her committee’s great work and upcoming Retail and Hospitality Seminar on May 8–10, 2019 at the Loews Royal Pacifi...

A Conversation With... Thomas F. Segalla from 2019-03-19T13:46:49

Thomas F. Segalla is considered by many to be a world leader in Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith litigation having been retained as an expert in over 40 jurisdiction nationally and internationally ...

A Conversation With... Andrew Bolin from 2019-02-26T17:55:03

On this episode of “A Conversation With,” Andy Bolin talks with Frank about how young lawyers can hone their craft, his routine when preparing for trial and whether he’s ever been surprised by a ve...

A Conversation With... Douglas K. Burrell from 2019-02-19T16:16:19

DRI's Second Vice President on the importance of Diversity and Inclusion, what it takes to become a partner, and DRI's on demand offerings.
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A Conversation With... John E. Cuttino from 2019-02-12T20:13:19

Thoughts after 35 years as a lawyer: Past , Present, and Future.

A Conversation With... Joe Ankus from 2019-02-05T17:27:05

This podcast covers the fundamentals that both attorneys and employers need to know during the recruiting process.

John F. Kuppens from 2019-01-29T18:58:44

DRI Immediate Past President John Kuppens on meeting the needs of young lawyers, adapting to changes in the profession, and the importance of member service.

Stacy Moon from 2019-01-02T15:36:43

Stacy Moon and Frank Ramos discuss encouraging less-senior lawyers to take more interest in the business of law; a few cost-cutting measures that firms can implement easily and painlessly; and othe...

Rebecca A. Nickelson, Melissa K. Roeder, and Lana Alcorn Olson from 2018-12-11T15:13:13

DRI’s philanthropic work has measurable value beyond the satisfaction of making a difference—it’s become part of the DNA of the organization. Hear about this important focus for DRI, the value it c...

Traci McKee from 2018-11-27T18:33:14

Frank Ramos had a conversation with trial attorney and FDLA President Traci McKee to discuss ideas for growth and change for the FDLA, the ever-changing practice of law, and the importance of attor...

Don Myles from 2018-11-13T16:21:33

Frank Ramos and Don Myles have a conversation about Law , Leadership and practical decisions we make that effect our future.

Craig A. Thompson from 2018-10-30T22:41:21

Frank Ramos and Craig Thompson discuss everything from diversity to drumming in this wide-ranging conversation about professional success and strategies for building winning teams.

Craig A. Marvinney from 2018-10-19T12:58

DRI Podcaster Frank Ramos explores how experienced trial lawyer and law professor, Craig Marvinney of Cleveland, Ohio, cultivates a discipline of creativity to grow and enhance success in the legal...

Catherine Ava Kopiec from 2018-10-12T17:27:57

Catherine Ava Kopiec discusses tips for associates to work toward a specialty practice and various career considerations often faced by many young lawyers

Ana Ramos from 2018-10-02T16:44:28

Ana Ramos, new Executive Director of the FDLA, talks about taking on her new role, working with new President, Traci McKee, and what the future holds for the Florida Defense Lawyers Association.

Casey C. Stansbury from 2018-09-19T21:16:09

It is a conversation about getting involved and succeeding in DRI and beyond.

Tim Pratt from 2018-09-19T19:17:47

Tim Pratt, retired General Counsel from Boston Scientific, explains the importance of leadership, how to identify leaders and how to become one. Tim also discussed rainmaking, trial and cross exam...

Alison R. Christian from 2018-09-05T20:13:40

A Friday morning conversation with Phoenix shareholder Alison Christian about the genesis of the FDCC Ladder Down program, tips for taking action in your own community, and musings on how life for ...

Marisa A. Trasatti from 2018-08-21T16:01:55

Marisa Trasatti focuses her practice primarily on civil litigation, with an emphasis on product liability litigation, including cases involving drugs and medical devices. She serves as outside Gene...