IADC Speaks

From a private practice litigator to in-house counsel to a full-time arbitrator and mediator, Al Vance has had a storied career. IADC Speaks Host Matt Cairns (Textron Inc.) talks candidly with Al Vance (Vance Dispute Resolutions) about his experiences and legal journey. Learn about when mediation was just part of the process and the moment it evolved to becoming his focus, hear the advice he would...

Here’s the scenario: You’ve been accepted as a member of one of the most prestigious defense organizations that includes innovative programming, a robust Committee platform, tailored support, and invaluable worldwide connections. Where do you even begin?    IADC Speaks Host Mollie Benedict speaks with Sarah Armstrong, Carolyn Husmann, and Tara Ward, all newer members and members of IADC’s Engageme...

If you’ve been around the IADC long enough, you’ll hear murmurs about “the crown jewel.” In this episode, hear from  IADC Speaks Host Jimmy Ordeneaux, along with eight special guests, as they talk about their recent experience as faculty members of IADC’s 50th Annual Trial Academy – “the crown jewel” – which took place in August. Hear them reflect on their experience: what surprised them, the valu...

In this “Casual Convos with Past Presidents” series, hear from past presidents of the IADC as we explore their journeys, uncovering invaluable insights and moments that shaped their experiences within the IADC. Each episode in this three-part series features candid casual conversations about the challenges they faced, the pivotal decisions they made, and the wisdom they’ve gained. Tune in for insp...

Recorded live at a poolside cabana, this IADC Speaks episode truly transports you to the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, California, home of the IADC 2025 Midyear Meeting. The 2025 Planning Team brings you along to soak in the serenity as they share a few meeting plans and what they can't wait for you to experience. Save the date !

Providing access for all to a fair and just legal system is a big objective, but if anyone can do it, the IADC Foundation can. IADC Speaks Host Cecilia Lahaye (Bird & Bird LLP) chats with Heidi Friedman (Thompson Hine LLP), fellow IADC Foundation Board member. In this up close and personal conversation, learn about how the Foundation “puts money where its mouth is,” hear about important organi...

Developments in the product liability arena are ever-evolving, which is why you need to hear about this brand-new IADC program.  IADC Speaks Host Mollie Benedict (Tucker Ellis LLP) speaks with Co-Chairs Brandee Kowalzyk (Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP) and Whitney Watt (Stites & Harbison PLLC), along with program speaker Matt Cairns (Textron Inc.), about the Product Liability Round...

It is time to get ready for trial. How do you prepare? What do you do? In this “Trial Practices” series, hear from seasoned trial lawyers about how they prepare themselves and how they prepare for the courtroom. IADC Speaks Host J.T. Wilson III (Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.) speaks with Chuck Cole (Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP) about his trial practice. Tune in as they dive into Chu...

It is time to get ready for trial. How do you prepare? What do you do? In this “Trial Practices” series, hear from seasoned trial lawyers about how they prepare themselves and how they prepare for the courtroom. IADC Speaks Host J.T. Wilson III (Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.) speaks with Heather Devine (Traffix) about her international trial practice. Peek behind the scenes as they highlight He...

Host Cecilia Lahaye (Bird & Bird LLP) speaks with Döne Yalçın (CMS), Director of the IADC’s 2024 International Corporate Counsel College. This year’s event – September 25 to 27 – will be held in Istanbul, a city bordering two continents. Hear about the programming which addresses opportunities to face crises and learn about all the fun social and networking events they have in store.  ISTANBUL...

In this “Speaking With The Smiths” podcast episode, IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and Mitchell Smith (Germer PLLC) speak with IADC Convention Chairs Sandy Wunderlich (Tucker Ellis LLP) and Tom Wunderlich about all things 2024 Annual Meeting and all things Vancouver!  Listen to this quick-paced 25-minute episode that covers it all: tips as you pack and prepare for travel, meeting and...

In this “Casual Convos with Past Presidents” series, hear from past presidents of the IADC as we explore their journeys, uncovering invaluable insights and moments that shaped their experiences within the IADC. Each episode in this three-part series features candid casual conversations about the challenges they faced, the pivotal decisions they made, and the wisdom they’ve gained. Tune in for insp...

It is time to get ready for trial. How do you prepare? What do you do? In this “Trial Practices” series, hear from seasoned trial lawyers about how they prepare themselves and how they prepare for the courtroom. IADC Speaks Host J.T. Wilson III (Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.) speaks with Ed Sledge IV (Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP) about his trial practice. Take a look behind the scenes as t...

In this “Speaking With The Smiths” podcast episode, IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and Mitchell Smith (Germer PLLC) speak with IADC members Yuri Sugano (Nishimura & Asahi) and Hiroyuki Tezuka (Nishimura & Asahi) after the conclusion of IADC’s Tokyo IADConnects event in May. They recap the successful gathering, discuss diversity advancements being made by their law firm, and sh...

In this "Speaking With The Smiths" podcast episode, IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and Mitchell Smith (Germer PLLC) speak with IADC member Edgar Chen (Tsar & Tsai Law Firm) after the conclusion of IADC's Taipei, Taiwan Regional Meeting in early May. They recap the inaugural IADC visit, detail some meeting highlights, and share some of their favorite things about Taipei.

The IADC Annual Meeting will be held where city-meets-nature: the fantastic international city of Vancouver. In this location series episode,  IADC Speaks Host Robin Linley (Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP) speaks with fellow members and local experts Robin Reinertson (Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP) and Jim Sullivan (Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP) about all things Vancouver. In this episode...

People in their 40’s, 50’s, and early 60’s who care for both children or young adults and aging parents are coined as “The Sandwich Generation.” Host Rebecca Weinstein Bacon (Bartlit Beck LLP) and guests Chris Berdy (Butler Snow LLP) and Mitch Smith (Germer PLLC) – all part of this generation – candidly discuss and share their insights and the challenges related to raising young adults and caring...

In this “Speaking With the Smiths” podcast episode, IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and Mitchell Smith (Germer PLLC) speak with IADC members Jonathan Crompton (Reynolds Porter Chamberlain), Kurt Gerstner (Dentons Lee), and Edmund Wan (King & Wood Mallesons) after the conclusion of IADC’s successful Hong Kong Regional Meeting in early May. They recap the truly global event, discuss...

IADC Speaks  podcast Host Nicole Fagan (Vela Insurance Services) speaks with Chairs of the upcoming IADC Professional Liability Roundtable, held May 30 in Chicago. Hear from David Anderson (Collins Einhorn Farrell, P.C.), Bill Bulfer (Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham, LLP), and Heidi Mandt (Williams Kastner) as they preview what to expect from the full day, multi-specialty roundtable event whic...

In this “Speaking With the Smiths” podcast episode, get an inside look at the IADC’s Crown Jewel – the Trial Academy. IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and  IADC Speaks Host Matt Cairns (Textron Inc.) interview Dean Warren Butler (Starnes Davis Florie, LLP) and Dean-Elect Kim Hardeman (Lederer Weston Craig PLC) about this year’s Academy, to be held August 2-9, as it celebrates its 50th y...

One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. It’s no surprise that many of us have a connection to breast cancer. In this week’s  IADC Speaks episode, Host Mollie Benedict (Tucker Ellis LLP) has an intimate conversation with IADC members Meade Hartfield, Amy Sherry Fischer, and Whitney Frazier Watt. They each share their story and connection, and...

IADC Speaks podcast Host Rebecca Weinstein Bacon interviews IADC’s 2024 Corporate Counsel Training Academy Chair Nicole Brunson and Corporate Counsel College Dean Amy Sherry Fischer about this year’s programs held in Chicago, April 10 to 12. Take a listen for an inside look at what to expect with this year’s programs. Learn more and register on  www.iadclaw.org . For tips on what to do in addition...

IADC Speaks Host Matt Cairns (Textron, Inc.) follows up with Rebecca Weinstein Bacon, Dan Reisler, Sheila Schiffman, and Scott Wilkov on their Active Ally series program. They provide updates since their last conversation and share concrete ways to actively support Jewish colleagues.

We are headed to Miami! In this location series episode, IADC Speaks Host Mollie Benedict (Tucker Ellis LLP) speaks with fellow members Sandy Wunderlich (2024 Midyear Meeting Convention Chair, Tucker Ellis LLP) and Spencer Silverglate (IADC Past President, Clarke Silverglate, P.A.) about all things Miami. In this episode, you will get an inside look at some of the fun experiences planned for atten...

On the heels of the recent LCJ meeting and Rule 702 going into effect, IADC President Michele Smith (MehaffyWeber) and IADC member Mitch Smith (Germer PLLC) talk all things civil justice with Mark Behrens (Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP), Molly Craig (Hood Law Firm, LLC), and Lee Mickus (Evans Fears Schuttert McNulty & Mickus). Tune in to hear about current and future civil justice reforms unde...