Speaking Engagements

Tracy A. Brammeier, partner at Clifford Law Offices, joined a roster of speakers at the Chicago Bar Association (CBA) for “The Ultimate ADR Seminar: A Conversation with ADR Experts” on September 24. Brammeier spoke on “Managing the Mediation: How to Deal with the Hard Bargainer.” Two dozen speakers participated in various panels throughout the day, and discussed topics from “The Explosion of Mediation – Artificial Intelligence” to “Implicit Bias in ADR.” The program offered 5.5…

Kevin P. Durkin, partner at Clifford Law Offices, joined an international panel of lawyers in London on September 4, 2024, to speak on product liability issues and claims, including the differences in defending them in the UK and US. “Running product liability, aviation and mass tort claims in the UK & US” Conference is sponsored by Outer Chambers in England. Durkin spoke on “Holding Boeing to Account – the 737 MAX Litigation.” Durkin, representing victims…

The American Bar Association (ABA) published an article titled, “Stress busters: 6 ways to achieve work-life harmony” which recapped Erin Clifford’s legal wellness presentation at the association’s CLE in the City series on August 1, 2024, in Chicago. The article shares Erin’s insights on improving “work-life harmony” among lawyers and the simple steps to make those changes. The CLE in the City series is a unique opportunity for attendees to earn continuing legal educational credits…

Sarah F. King, partner at Clifford Law Offices, was interviewed by the Diversity Scholarship Foundation (DSF) for their “Profiles in the Law” cable program on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. CT on CAN TV. The program educates the public by creating access to information from the lawyers, judges, policymakers, and community leaders that shape the laws essential to promoting the ideals of DSF. By highlighting the diverse experiences of attorneys, the Diversity Scholarship…

Kevin P. Durkin, partner at Clifford Law Offices, joined an international panel of lawyers and spoke on September 4, 2024, in London on product liability issues and claims, including the differences in defending them in the UK and US. “Running product liability, aviation and mass tort claims in the UK & US” Conference is sponsored by Outer Chambers in England. Durkin spoke on “Holding Boeing to Account – the 737 MAX Litigation.” Durkin, representing victims…

Sarah F. King, partner at Clifford Law Offices, spoke at the annual Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) Update & Review Seminar on October 4, 2024. King, who has obtained many large medical malpractice settlements and verdicts, addressed “Opening Statements on a Medical Malpractice Case” at the Westin Hotel, 320 N. Dearborn, Chicago. The program covered several topics, including the “Judicial Perspective” presented by the Hon. Thomas V. Lyons II of the Law Division of the…

Erin Clifford, partner at Clifford Law Offices and Corporate Wellness Consultant at Erin Clifford Wellness, presented “Real Solutions for Lawyers to Thrive Even During Stressful Times” at the American Bar Association’s annual CLE in the City Program on Thursday, August 1, 2024, in Chicago IL. As a corporate wellness coach, consultant, and partner at Clifford Law Offices, Erin has a deep understanding of the unique challenges lawyers face in maintaining a balanced lifestyle within the…

Tracy A. Brammeier, partner at Clifford Law Offices, spoke on a panel in conjunction with the American Bar Association’s Annual Meeting held in Chicago on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Regarding “Expert Evidence Beyond Borders: A Comparative View from the US and the UK,” speakers discussed a comparative analysis of how expert evidence is used in the United States and the United Kingdom. Other panelists included: Sam Townend, KC, Keating Chambers; Chair of the Bar Council…

Tracy A. Brammeier, partner at Clifford Law Offices, spoke at the 14th Annual McGill Conference on International Aviation Liability, Insurance, and Finance. The event, sponsored by the McGill University Institute of Air and Space Law, was held on September 13-14, 2024, in Montreal. Brammeier spoke on a panel addressing “Liability of Air Carriers.” Brammeier handles complex and catastrophic transportation matters with the firm, currently serving as Liaison Counsel in the pending litigation in federal district…