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Presented in cooperation with NACDL and Victor Sherman, there is nothing else like this ultimate networking and CLE event for the criminal defense bar. Intended for both veteran and young lawyers, it is bar-none the best criminal defense seminar in the country set in the best ski town in Colorado.
Plan now for your family winter getaway in fantastic Aspen, CO, where you'll find a world-class skiing environment, unlimited daily activities for the kids, shopping, and restaurants that rival any place in the world, AND.... an unparalleled CLE with a star-studded faculty discussing the latest topics and trends!
Agenda
The program agenda and faculty are subject to change.
| Sunday, February 2, 2025 | |
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| 7:00 pm | Opening Reception |
| 8:00 pm | Opening Dinner – Featuring Remarks by NACDL President Christopher A. Wellborn (Rock Hill, SC) |
| Monday, February 3, 2025 | |
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| 7:00 am | Early Registration, Breakfast, and Exhibits |
| 8:00-10:00 am | SCOTUS & D.C. Update – Jeffrey L. Fisher (Stanford, CA) and Neal Katyal (Washington, DC) |
| 10:00am-3:45pm | Free time for skiing and other activities in Aspen |
| 4:00-5:00 pm | Defending Cases that Rest on Officer Credibility – Ian Wallach (Los Angeles, CA) |
| 5:00-6:00 pm | Myth Busting: New Approaches for White Collar and Public Corruption Cases – Jonathan Brayman (Chicago, IL) and Todd Pugh (Chicago, IL) |
| 6:00 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| 7:00 pm | Welcome to Aspen Cocktail Reception |
| Tuesday, February 4, 2025 | |
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| 7:00 am | Breakfast and Exhibits |
| 8:00-9:00 am | Res Ipsa Loquitor: Making the Evidence Speak to the Jury – Carmen Roe (Houston, TX) |
| 9:00-10:00 am | Playing the Long Game: Preparing a Zealous Trial Defense While Planning a Winning Appeal – Devin Burstein (San Diego, CA) |
| 10:00am-3:45pm | Free time for skiing and other activities in Aspen |
| 4:00-5:00 pm | Forensic Science: Building a Bridge from Jury Selection to Summations – Steven Epstein (Garden City, NY) |
| 5:00-6:00 pm | Litigating False Confession Cases: From the Science to the Trial – Alice Fontier (New York, NY) |
| 6:00 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| 7:00 pm | Stephen Komie and Bruce Udolf Birthday Party |
| Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | |
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| 7:00 am | Breakfast and Exhibits |
| 8:00-9:00 am | Captivating and Concise Closings: Win Your Case in 19 Minutes – John Berry (Lincoln, NE) and Mallory Hughes (Omaha, NE) |
| 9:00-10:00 am | Challenging Evidence of Consciousness of Guilt: Strategies for Undermining the Impact of Supposed Confession (and Related Evidence) – Randall W. Jackson (New York, NY) |
| 10:00am-3:45pm | Free time for activities |
| 4:00-5:00 pm | The Ethics of Social Media: How, When, and Where This Can Bite You in the “Keister” – Dyke Huish (Mission Viejo, CA) |
| 5:00-6:00 pm | Write, Speak, Talk. Ethics Informs Your Words – Justice Arthur Gilbert, Presiding Justice, Court of Appeal, Second District Division 6 (Los Angeles, CA) |
| 6:00 pm | Conference Adjourns – SAVE THE DATE: January 25-28, 2026 |
Faculty
- John Berry (Lincoln, NE) *NACDL MEMBER
- Jonathan Brayman (Chicago, IL) *NACDL MEMBER
- Devin Burstein (San Diego, CA)
- Steven Epstein (Garden City, NY) *NACDL MEMBER
- Jeffrey L. Fisher (Stanford, CA) *NACDL MEMBER
- Alice Fontier (New York, NY) *NACDL MEMBER
- Justice Arthur Gilbert, Presiding Justice, Court of Appeal, Second District Division 6 (Los Angeles, CA)
- Mallory Hughes (Omaha, NE) *NACDL MEMBER
- Dyke Huish (Mission Viejo, CA)
- Randall W. Jackson (New York, NY)
- Neal Katyal (Washington, DC)
- Todd Pugh (Chicago, IL) *NACDL MEMBER
- Carmen Roe (Houston, TX) *NACDL MEMBER
- Ian M. Wallach (Los Angeles, CA) *NACDL MEMBER
CLE Information
NACDL is an accredited provider of CLE in all states requiring mandatory CLE Training. NACDL will apply for at least 12.00 credit hours in every state requiring pre-approval. Approved hours for each state will be identified at the seminar. Some states, IL, GA, NC, NE, NM, PA, SC, TN and UT require additional fees by the attendee in order to receive credit.
Hotel
The majestic mountains of Aspen are home to some of the world’s finest skiing and teaching facilities. The St. Regis Aspen sits in the heart of the action. Ajax, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass Mountains, all just minutes away, offer a multitude of skiing delights. Whether you enjoy hitting the slopes or relaxing by the fire, Aspen will renew and invigorate your spirits. The St. Regis Aspen is the perfect setting to attend the educational session and still be on the slopes early in the day. And the mystical town of Aspen, with its exciting art galleries, intriguing crafts and shops, and world-class restaurants and cafes will have you dreaming of your next visit. Come enjoy this awe-inspiring “world’s best” winter resort town, and bring the family!
The St. Regis Aspen
315 E. Dean Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Online Reservations: NACDL Advanced Criminal Law Seminar 2025
Phone Reservations: 888-627-7198
Group discount rate: $634 + tax (Expires January 10, 2025). Please mention NACDL Advanced Criminal Law Seminar to receive applicable discount rate.
Rooms/discounted group rates are not guaranteed if the block has been filled prior to the cut-off date.
NACDL ROOM BLOCK - SOLD OUT (see below for alternative nearby accommodations) or try Airbnb or Hotels.com.
NEARBY ALTERNATE HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Try AirBnB.com:
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Limelight
355 S Monarch Street
Aspen, CO 81611
Reservations: 1-855-925-3025
Hotel Jerome
330 East Main St
Aspen, CO 81611
Reservations: 1-855-331-7213
ST. REGIS HOTEL RESERVATION CANCELLATION POLICY
All reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a 100% prepayment of room and tax, or guaranteed with a major credit card that will be charged thirty (30) days prior to arrival. Such deposit shall serve to confirm the reservation for the dates indicated, and, upon check-in, shall be applied to the guest folio of the reserved stay. Cancellations may be made without penalty until thirty (30) days prior to their arrival date. Cancellation inside thirty (30) days will forfeit all deposits on record. Shortening of stay, including early departure and no-show, within thirty (30) days, is also considered cancellation and subject to forfeiture of deposit amounts related to those room nights unused.
DISCOUNTED LIFT TICKETS:
For discounted lift tickets, please contact Deanna Murphy at deanna@ski.com
Tickets must be pre-ordered & pre-paid by December 20, 2024. Tickets ordered after 12/20/2024 will be at a higher rate.
NACDL 2025 ASPEN/SNOWMASS GROUP TICKET RATES
Online Reservations: NACDL Discounted Lift Tickets - 2025
Questions? Contact Director of Events Akvile Athanason at aathanason@nacdl.org or call (202) 872-8600 x630
Sponsorship and Exhibits
Disclaimer: NACDL does not necessarily endorse or guarantee the quality, applicability, or discounts of the products and/or services of its exhibitors. Users of these products and/or services do so at their sole discretion and NACDL assumes no responsibility for them.
For information on exhibiting or sponsorships, please contact NACDL's Sales and Marketing Manager Jason Petty at jpetty@nacdl.org or call (202) 465-7637.
NACDL would like to thank the following sponsors, exhibitors, and affinity partners for their support and contributions:
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BRONZE Sponsor:
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Event Sponsors:
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Wi-Fi Sponsor:
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Seminar Materials Sponsor:
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Lanyards Sponsor:
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Tote Bag Sponsor:
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Exhibitors:
Convert It Marketing
Dr. LaKesha Legree, Medical Expert Witness
Scholarships
Needs Based Scholarships
Based on need, scholarships are available to NACDL members for up to 50% off the standard seminar fee of $769. Approved recipients are responsible for the remainder of the tuition fee, which is $385. The reduced scholarship fee includes seminar tuition and a free download of the seminar written materials.Travel, hotel, and other costs are not included.
To Apply: Prepare and e-mail a letter of no more than two pages explaining the reason why you believe you should receive the grant to: NACDL Senior Director of Events Akvile Athanason, at aathanason@nacdl.org. All applications must be submitted before registering for the seminar and received by January 5, 2025.
NACDL MEMBERSHIP AND RESERVATION AT THE HOST HOTEL ARE REQUIRED TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR NEEDS-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS.
Pricing
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Members of NACDL enjoy exclusive registration rates for our seminars along with all the benefits from joining.
| Registration Fees | |
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| NACDL MEMBERS: Regular, Life, and Sustaining Members | $769 |
| ALL State & Federal Public Defenders, and Associate Members | $509 |
| Non-Members (includes 1 year membership) | $1109 |
| ALL California Lawyers (Residents Only) | $729 |
| Guest Events Only Packages (can only be purchased as an add-on with a fully paid seminar registration) | |
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| Guest/Spouse Social Events Package (with Paid registrant) | $275 |
CANCELLATIONS: There is a $75 cancellation fee. Cancellations must be received in writing via e-mail to cancel@nacdl.org by 5:30 pm E.T. Friday, January 24, 2025, to receive a refund, less the cancellation fee. No refunds can be issued after the cancellation deadline.
Code of Conduct
NACDL endeavors to foster a working, learning, and social environment free of harassment, discrimination, intimidation, and insult. To that end, NACDL has adopted a Code of Conduct for Affiliated Persons that applies to all attendees and participants of any kind at all NACDL sponsored events.
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