ABA Litigation Section

As courts and legal professionals continue to navigate the rise of AI, new questions about reliability, transparency, and judicial decision-making are emerging.

Rebeca Guzman explores the opportunities and risks AI presents for the judiciary and what legal practitioners should understand as these technologies become increasingly integrated into the legal system: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/litigation-news/2026/risky-business-ai-judiciary/

Some of the best opportunities start with a conversation.

The 2026 Women in Insurance Network Regional CLE Program brings together professionals from across the insurance industry for two days of practical education, legal updates, and meaningful networking designed to help attendees grow their careers and expand their professional relationships.

Learn more and register at ambar.org/WIN.

📍 Chicago, IL
📅 November 9-10, 2026

Resilience is essential for litigators. Tolerating bullying is not.

Learn practical strategies for young lawyers facing bullying, including maintaining professionalism, building strong legal skills, using procedural tools appropriately, and seeking mentorship and support:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/newsletters/ethics-professionalism/four-strategies-young-lawyers-combat-bullying/

Algorithm-driven pricing is transforming commerce and creating new challenges for antitrust litigation.

At the 2026 Class Actions National Institute, Katherine Lubin Benson of Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, Kevin W. Christensen of BRG, Sarah R. LaFreniere of Edelson PC, and Brian Smith of Wilson Sonsini will discuss recent algorithmic price-fixing cases and what lawyers need to know about discovery, expert analysis, and evolving enforcement priorities.

Register today at ambar.org/ClassActions.

📍 Las Vegas, NV
📅 October 29–30, 2026

For September’s Fearless Lawyer of the Month, we’re honoring Sarah Choe, a member of DLA Piper's 15th class of Krantz Fellows. While just starting her law career, Sarah is spending her first year engaged in full-time pro bono work on behalf of children.

Learn more about Sarah and the experiences in school that lead her here:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/about/awards-initiatives/fearless-childrens-lawyer-of-the-month/sept26-sarah-choe/

In law, pessimism is considered prudence.

But what happens when that mindset extends beyond the workplace?

Learn how the profession's focus on risk analysis can contribute to stress, anxiety, and incivility, and why learned optimism may be part of the solution:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/newsletters/pretrial-practice-discovery/spring2024-prudent-pessimism-discourteousness-trap/

When multiple parties are arguing multiple issues, how do you make sure your client's position gets heard?

Jennifer Schubert offers actionable strategies for navigating complex oral arguments, including coordinating with co-counsel, focusing on the strongest path to victory, and ending with a clear ask.

Learn how to sharpen your courtroom advocacy skills here: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/newsletters/criminal/arguing-multi-party-multi-part-motion/

What leadership qualities do clients value most in outside counsel?

Join a distinguished panel of general counsel (Alberto I. de Cardenas of MasTec, Inc. and Jeffrey Weissman of World Kinect Corporation, moderated by Robert D. Fatovic of Ryder System, Inc.) at the 2027 Leadership Development Institute, where they'll discuss their leadership journeys, building high-performing legal teams, and preparing the next generation of client-facing leaders.

See the full list of programs and register at ambar.org/LDI.

📍 Coral Gables, FL
📅 February 14-16, 2027

Across the U.S. and many other jurisdictions, the need for civil legal aid far exceeds available capacity, and AI is being used to open more doors to justice. A new AI-powered pro bono legal clinic demonstrates how technology and human expertise can work together to expand access to legal services, helping connect more people with the support they need while empowering volunteer attorneys to make an even greater impact.

Discover how this innovative approach is reshaping pro bono legal services to better serve communities. https://www.americanbar.org/groups/litigation/resources/newsletters/childrens-rights/daring-do-it-humanity-technology-new-ai-powered-pro-bono-legal-clinic/

Join us October 21–22 in Philadelphia to stay ahead of the rapidly evolving product liability landscape at this Regional CLE Program co-presented by the Litigation Section Women in Products Liability and Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices & Biotech Subcommittees. Featuring thought leaders from private practice, industry, and the judiciary, the program will examine recent legal developments, emerging technologies, litigation trends, and strategic considerations impacting product liability cases—from AI and expert testimony to pharmaceutical and consumer product litigation. Following the CLE, join fellow attendees for a networking reception to continue the conversation and build valuable professional connections.

📅 October 21-22, 2026
📍 Philadelphia, PA

Learn more and register at ambar.org/WIPLpharma.