Step into the center of today’s most important conversations about multidistrict litigation at MDL in Motion: Evolving Practices, Emerging Leaders, and Reform, in partnership with The American Law Institute and the Center on Civil Justice at NYU School of Law, on September 12, 2025, in person in New York or via live webcast.
MDL in Motion brings together an unparalleled lineup of renowned judges, influential thought leaders, and rising professionals to explore the evolution, challenges, and future of multidistrict litigation (MDL) practice.
Through dynamic panels and candid discussions, gain behind-the-scenes perspectives on judicial decision-making, the pivotal role of special masters, the next generation of MDL leadership, and the ongoing push for reform.
Program highlights include:
- JPML Decision-Making: Behind the Bench—MDL judges discuss the factors that influence their rulings, including case volume, legal strategy, and judicial discretion.
- The Role of the Special Master—Kenneth R. Feinberg explores the critical decisions and challenges faced by Special Masters in resolving complex disputes.
- Emerging Leaders in MDL—Rising professionals share innovative strategies and insights on navigating the evolving MDL landscape.
- MDLs from Inception to Today’s Mega Cases—A conversation with renowned expert Arthur R. Miller on the origin or multidistrict litigation to its place at the heart of today’s most complex and high-stakes cases.
- MDL Management: Coordination, Efficiency, and Oversight—Learn best practices for managing MDL cases, ensuring coordination and fair outcomes in large-scale litigation.
- MDL Reform: Balancing Efficiency and Fairness—Experts discuss proposed MDL reforms and their impact on fairness and efficiency in mass litigation.
And so much more!
Hear from the judges, leading litigators, and special masters setting the standard for MDL practice, as they share practical litigation strategies, candid insights, and forward-looking perspectives you won’t find anywhere else.
Mingle with peers and MDL leaders and enhance your professional network for years to come!
Registration—whether in person or virtual—includes admission to our exclusive Welcome Reception on September 11th. This is your chance to connect one-on-one with MDL leaders, exchange ideas with peers from across the country, and expand your professional network in a relaxed, collegial setting. Engage in meaningful conversations that can spark collaborations, deepen your expertise, and give you insider perspectives before the main program begins.
Whether you are an experienced litigator, a policymaker, or a rising leader eager to shape the future of complex litigation, this is your opportunity to connect directly with the voices driving change, sharpen your expertise, and stay ahead in one of the legal profession’s most challenging and evolving fields. Register today!
Join us for our upcoming program, MDL in Motion: Evolving Practices, Emerging Leaders, and Reform, in New York, New York, in-person or via live webcast, on September 12, 2025! To learn more about this program and to register, click here.
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