From 4:30 – 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 22nd, Jim and four other highly respected mediation attorneys will be moderated by the Hon. Mark D Mason (Ret.) in a discussion of Construction Mediation, including Defect Claims, Casualty Claims and Coverage Disputes.
Events
Upcoming Events
Erin Higgins to Speak on Talent Recruitment and Retention at The Managing Partner Forum 2026 Fall Symposium
On October 6, 2026, Conn Kavanaugh managing partner Erin Higgins will join an MPF panel discussion in Chicago to share practical leadership strategies for attracting and retaining top talent at law firms.
Sydney Powers and Adam Page to Present at MCLE Program on Handling the Purchase or Sale of a Business
Conn Kavanaugh corporate/transactional attorneys Sydney Powers and Adam Page will serve on a panel of four speakers for this comprehensive overview of how to buy or sell a business on October 26.
Michael Rossi, Marie Chafe, and Kurt Fliegauf to Present at MCLE Program on Settling Cases Involving Insurance Companies
Conn Kavanaugh litigation partners Michael Rossi, Marie Chafe, and Kurt Fliegauf will discuss navigating negotiation, coverage, and risk in complex insurance settlements on October 29.
Emily Holpert to Teach 2 Sections of NBI Seminar on AI November 13, 2026
Technology & Transactions attorney Emily Holpert will teach two sections of a full day webinar program hosted by National Business Institute on November 13, 2026.
Past Events
Marie E. Chafe to Present at Harmonie Seminar September 1
At the Harmonie Group “Retail & Hospitality and Products Liability Seminar” in Dallas, Marie will present “Power & Peril: Lithium Battery Risk Evaluation and Mitigation” with J.S. Held SVP Randy Schubert.
Ryan Forgione to speak at REBA’s webinar on “Construction Law in the Condominium Context”
On June 24, 2026, Conn Kavanaugh attorney Ryan Forgione will explore the intersection of legal, insurance, and litigation issues within condominium construction projects.
Alexis Theriault to Chair MCLE Webcast on June 16
Alexis is chairing the faculty for MCLE’s Motion Practice in Superior & District Court again this year.
Kurt Fliegauf and Chris Sweeney to Speak at MassDLA Annual Meeting on May 29
Kurt will speak at 9:15am about the most important decisions of 2025 in his Case Law Update.
Chris Sweeney will follow at 10:15 on a panel discussing Thermonuclear Verdicts and strategies for responding to juries.
Ryan Forgione to Present at Boston Bar Association’s “Discovery 101” Webinar
On May 22, 2026 at 10 a.m., Ryan Forgione will share practical guidance for early-career attorneys on the essentials of drafting and responding to fact and expert discovery.
Alexis Theriault to Present at Boston Bar Association’s “Civil Motions 101” Webinar on May 15, 2026
On May 15, 2026 at 10 a.m., Alexis Theriault will share practical insights for early-career attorneys on the fundamentals of civil motions and effective litigation practice.
Mike Rossi to Speak at IADC Professional Liability Roundtable on May 14, 2026 in Chicago
The session is called “Your client is not the CEO: Ethical Pitfalls When Representing Organizations.”
Chris Sweeney to Co-lead “Construction Disputes in MA” Discussion at REBA Conference
On May 11, 2026, Conn Kavanaugh partner Chris Sweeney will share common-sense guidance for navigating the complex regulations and potential pitfalls of residential construction in Massachusetts.
Colin Barrett to Teach BBA’s “Preliminary Injunctions 101: A Practical Guide for New Litigators” Webinar on Friday, May 8
On May 8, 2026, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Conn Kavanaugh partner Colin Barrett will serve as a panelist for the Boston Bar Association’s Business and Commercial Litigation Essentials program, “Preliminary Injunctions 101: A Practical Guide for New Litigators.”
Brendan Kelley to Teach BBA’s “Litigation Essentials for New Lawyers” Workshop on April 27, 2026
On April 27, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m., Conn Kavanaugh partner Brendan Kelley will serve as a panelist for the Boston Bar Association’s Business and Commercial Litigation Essentials program, “From First Call to First Court Appearance: Litigation Essentials for New Lawyers.”
Chris Fitzgerald to Present on April 24, 2026 at Harmonie Conference in Boston
“The Poker Player’s Guide to Claims: Making Smart Moves with Imperfect Information”
Mike Rossi to Present at ABA Spring 2026 National Legal Malpractice Conference
On April 23rd, Mike Rossi will share effective strategies for defending against legal malpractice claims involving conflict of interest allegations.