Empowered Advocacy: Advancing Litigation Excellence

Empowered Advocacy: Advancing Litigation Excellence is a two-day trial advocacy symposium hosted by the T.J. Reddick Bar Association, Gwen S. Cherry Black Women Lawyers Association, and Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association. The event is tailored for both civil and criminal litigators, providing a comprehensive platform for legal professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2024, and Saturday, March 2, 2024, the symposium will take place at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. Participants can expect a dynamic program featuring expert speakers, engaging panel discussions, and interactive workshops aimed at addressing contemporary challenges and advancing excellence in litigation.

Confirmed Speakers (More to Come)

Annika Ashton*, Sia Baker Barnes**, Louis DeFreitas**, Judge Bradley Harper, Judge Michael Robinson, H.T. Smith, Sidney Calloway**, Jerry Hamilton**, David Prather**, Dwayne Robinson, Robert Vaughn, Tania Williams, Pascale Achille, Brice Aikens+, Mutaqee Akbar, Fabian Goffe+, Larry R. Handfield, Chuck Morton, Melba Pearson, Courtney Richardson-Jones+, Alesha Smith+, Broward County Public Defender Gordon Weekes.

* Board Certified in City, County and Local Government Law

** Board Certified in Civil Trial Law

+ Board Certified in Criminal Trial