ABA Business Law Section

06/23/2026

Join us for the In-House Counsel Committee's Webinar - How to Handle Current Discrimination Risks Across Industries: What In-House Counsel Need to Know About the Evolving Landscape on July 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET.

Register: https://ow.ly/Q0P850ZfWb2

Federal and state anti-discrimination laws prohibit unfair treatment, harassment, and retaliation in employment, housing, and consumer lending, among other domains. This webinar will discuss the laws that apply and both the similarities and differences between the underlying discrimination concepts and the economic/statistical analysis methods utilized. Our expert panel will also explore emerging risks counsel must navigate related to discrimination generally and in the workplace, including the increased use of tools driven by AI, policy related to disparate impact liability, DEI-related claims/False Claims Act liability and debanking.

Panel:
*Ling Ling Ang, Managing Director, National Economic Research Associates, Inc., Washington, D.C.
*Karin Dryhurst, Partner, Jenner & Block LLP, Washington, D.C.
*Lauren Moore, Partner, WilmerHale, Washington, D.C.
*Elizabeth Newlon, Managing Director, National Economic Research Associates, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
*David A. Schnitzer, Of Counsel, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, Washington, D.C.

06/23/2026

| When cases are delayed, deadlines are not met, or a case is dismissed, the underlying issue often stems not from the legal strategy, but from deficiencies in ex*****on and operational management. Read more: https://ow.ly/ZZ5N50Zcw5V

Litigation outcomes are determined not just by legal strategy, but also by operational ex*****on, where issues can undermine case momentum.

06/22/2026

| The Miller decision, which held that § 106(a) of the Bankruptcy Code does not enable a trustee to file a derivative suit against a governmental unit under § 544(b)(1), narrows trustees’ avoidance powers and impacts cases beyond tax-related transfers. Read more: https://ow.ly/Uw7Q50ZcvY4

The Supreme Court decision narrows bankruptcy trustees’ avoidance powers and impacts cases beyond tax-related transfers.

06/19/2026

| When pursuing a representations and warranties insurance claim, particularly when up against a contradictory policy provision or rule of law, consideration of two doctrines may be of help: reasonable expectations of the insured and manifest disregard of the law. Read more: https://ow.ly/KZZB50ZbkSG

When pursuing a representations and warranties insurance claim, a policyholder should consider two doctrines that may present strategic advantages.

06/18/2026

| Practical guardrails can help nonprofits leverage the promise of AI without creating legal exposure, eroding mission, or compromising work products. Read more: https://ow.ly/ttZX50ZbkKW

Practical guardrails can help nonprofits leverage the promise of AI without creating legal exposure, eroding mission, or compromising work products.

06/18/2026

| IPO Gatekeeper Liability | Financial markets depend on gatekeepers—auditors, underwriters, and other professional intermediaries—to verify corporate information and protect investors against fraud. Classic commentaries have argued that liability frameworks are essential to ensure that gatekeepers perform this role where reputational discipline alone is insufficient. Read more: https://ow.ly/X8K650ZbYqp

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06/17/2026

Chicago | Sept. 2-4 | Join us for Business Law Fall Meeting that covers the latest business law trends and developments. Preview our CLE Schedule and register now! https://ow.ly/kXO150ZbXgB

Registration Includes:
*50+ CLE presentations
*150+ practice-specific substantive sessions
*Networking at social events including the Welcome Reception, the Diversity Reception, and ticketed Committee Dinners at some of the best restaurants in town
*Access to CLE program materials during the meeting and audio recordings after the meeting

And we encourage you to enjoy your Labor Day Weekend in Chicago after the meeting ends!

06/17/2026

| Even small changes in discounting methodology can lead to major differences in valuation, making it important for litigators to understand the considerations behind different approaches. Read more: https://ow.ly/KZQE50ZbkBK

Discount rate selection can have major financial implications in litigation, making it critical to understand how to choose the appropriate methodology.

06/16/2026

New Podcast Episode | VC Law: Growth Equity Investing with Jeremiah Gordon | Hear about growth equity investing and legal issues that arise at the later stages of the venture capital lifecycle. Listen: https://ow.ly/jI5k50Zbncu

06/16/2026

Please join us for the In-House Counsel and Corporate Governance Committee's Webinar - In-House Counsel's Role in the Boardroom, June 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET.

Register: https://ow.ly/h2wx50Zch0Q

In The Know Series | This program will cover the role of In-House Counsel in the Boardroom of their companies and answer the questions In-House Counsel have when being thrust into a board advisory position. These questions include what relationship should you have with the Board and C-Suite? How should In-House Counsel prepare themselves and the management team for board meetings? How should In-House Counsel use their outside counsel to support this process?

Speakers:
*Katayun Jaffari, Chair, Corporate Governance, Co-Chair, Capital Markets & Securities, Chair, ESG, Cozen O’Connor, Philadelphia, PA
*Kate Scully, Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, Gypsum Management and Supply, Atlanta, GA
*Nate Torres, VP, Corporate Counsel & Asst. Corp. Secretary, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Long Island City, NY
*Cintia Zanellato, VP, Assoc. GC, FHL Bank Atlanta, Atlanta, GA