Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

05/06/2026

One week from today! 👇👇

Get your kicks on VTLA’s Route 26, starting May 13th! 🛣️ This year’s seminar series is packed with practical strategies for plaintiff attorneys looking to strengthen the way they investigate, develop, and litigate their cases.

The full Route 26 lineup includes:
📍 May 13 – Pre-Litigation Strategy Lab
📍 July 17–18 – Auto Cases in a Changing World
📍 August 27 – Discovery is a Highway
📍 November 6–7 – Deposition College

More information and registration here: https://lnkd.in/dYmv7sbg

04/09/2026

Congratulations to Allen & Allen Shareholder David Irvine on being elected the 2026-2027 Parliamentarian of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. David has been a valued member of our firm since 2015 and has held several leadership roles within VTLA.

“I am honored to join the Executive Committee of VTLA as Parliamentarian,” David shared. “I look forward to contributing to the Association’s important work supporting the injured and advancing excellence in trial practice.”

Read more about David's new role within VTLA here: https://buff.ly/J2ymX9N

04/09/2026

Congratulations to VTLA’s newly elected officers for 2026-2027! 🎉

Melissa Ray - President
Paul Hernandez - President-Elect
Erin Jewell - Vice President
Amy Griggs - Vice President
Brody Reid - Vice President
Julie Gerock - Vice President
Les Bowers - Treasurer
David Irvine - Parliamentarian

04/02/2026

We’re still thinking about how many of you “Answered the Call” at this year’s annual convention 🙌📞

From speaking and sponsoring to planning, exhibiting, and attending—you made it unforgettable. It was a powerful time of connection, inspiration, learning, and a chance to pause and remember why we do what we do.

We can’t wait to do it all again—join us at The Homestead, March 17–20, 2027! ✨

Relive the fun here:

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04/02/2026

Join us in celebrating Melissa Ray on being sworn in as President of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association for the 2026 term!

As President, Melissa will help guide one of the Commonwealth’s most respected legal organizations, continuing its mission to protect and strengthen Virginia’s civil justice system.

We are proud of Melissa’s leadership and the example she sets within our firm and across the legal community.

Congratulations, Melissa, on this well-deserved achievement!

03/26/2026

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03/26/2026

The closest thing to a legal "Hall of Presidents" you'll find. Past leaders of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association all together, including Tom Curcio.

03/26/2026

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