2019 Annual Convention Schedule at a Glance

The Leadership Academy, an initiative of AAJ’s Diversity Committee, is to give AAJ members the skills and techniques needed to make them effective leaders in professional settings, in AAJ, and in their communities.  

For more information on Leadership Academy, please contact Durete Thompson at durete.thompson@justice.org or 202 684 9584.

AAJ, its caucuses and Trial Lawyers Care Committee will help two organizations in San Diego:  Urban Street Angels, an organization that provides shelter and safe harbor for homeless youth; and the International Rescue Committee, which helps immigrants who are coming to the US from places like Iraq, Somalia, and Afghanistan.

We've put together an Amazon Wish List of items (at all price points) greatly needed for each organization.

Urban Street Angels Wish List.

International Rescue Committee Wish List

Please help us make an impact in our host city!

Arrive in San Diego a day early and start your Annual Convention off with a deeper understanding of mass torts.

Developed by leading mass tort litigators, this seminar will provide a comprehensive view of the critical aspects and nuances of litigating mass tort cases.  Learn more HERE. Supplemental registration required.

The Leadership Academy, an initiative of AAJ’s Diversity Committee, is to give AAJ members the skills and techniques needed to make them effective leaders in professional settings, in AAJ, and in their communities.  

For more information on Leadership Academy, please contact Durete Thompson at durete.thompson@justice.org or 202 684 9584.

The annual Melvin M Belli Society Seminar. Click here for more information.

AAJ CLE speakers can meet with AV staff for help with editing, testing, and troubleshooting their PowerPoint presentations. All speakers are strongly urged to test and upload their presentation 2 hours in advance of their speech.  The Speaker Ready Room is available during the following hours:

Friday, July 26 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

Questions about AAJ PAC? Stop by the AAJ PAC Booth (adjacent to the AAJ Resources Booth) for answers.

Visit the AAJ Resources Booth for Education Programs, Litigation Packets, AAJ Press books, Section Memberships, and more!

Stop by the Exhibit Hall to meet with some of the top legal representatives as they showcase the latest in practice-related technology and services.

Sponsored by Forge Consulting and Robson Forensic. During suite hours, members enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, a business center equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, printers and a comfortable lounge area to relax and network with other Leaders Forum and President’s Club members. This suite is an exclusive benefit for Leaders Forum and President’s Club members and their guests only. Leaders Forum and President’s Club registration will be located in Ballroom B-D adjacent to main registration. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 am and lunch will be served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Please note the suite will close at 11:00 am on Tuesday so lunch will not be served that day.

You can pick-up your badge or register on-site during the following hours: 
Friday, July 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 - 7:30 am to  6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 - 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

Start the convention off with live music, a rose wine bar and beer and wine to kick off the exhibit hall experience!

Join Fellow Republican/Conservative/Libertarian/Small-Government-Minded trial lawyer to network and kick off Convention over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres

All registrants are invited to join the WTLC for a networking reception on the rooftop of the Andaz Hotel, located at 600 F Street.

All NLD registrants and their guests are invited to a networking reception at Vin de Syrah, located at 901 Fifth Avenue.

All registrants and their guests are invited to join the Minority Caucus for a night of live music and dancing at the Lair at Parq Nightclub at 7th and Broadway!

Friends of Bill W. will meet Saturday, July 27-Tuesday, July 30 from 7:00 am to 8:00 am.

Sign up for your video shoot with AsktheLawyers.com and join them in their private boardroom!

Meet with CAMG reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with Counsel Financial reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with reps from Scorpion in their private boardroom!

AAJ CLE speakers can meet with AV staff for help with editing, testing, and troubleshooting their PowerPoint presentations. All speakers are strongly urged to test and upload their presentation 2 hours in advance of their speech.  The Speaker Ready Room is available during the following hours:

Friday, July 26 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

Questions about AAJ PAC? Stop by the AAJ PAC Booth (adjacent to the AAJ Resources Booth) for answers.

Sponsored by Forge Consulting and Robson Forensic. During suite hours, members enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, a business center equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, printers and a comfortable lounge area to relax and network with other Leaders Forum and President’s Club members. This suite is an exclusive benefit for Leaders Forum and President’s Club members and their guests only. Leaders Forum and President’s Club registration will be located in Ballroom B-D adjacent to main registration. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 am and lunch will be served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Please note the suite will close at 11:00 am on Tuesday so lunch will not be served that day.

You can pick-up your badge or register on-site during the following hours: 
Friday, July 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 - 7:30 am to  6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 - 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

The Youth Hospitality Suite (child care services, ages 4 - 13) is available for registered AAJ Members from Saturday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 30.
Services will be provided by Tots on the Spot and parents and guardians will coordinate directly Tots on the Spot. Registration and additional details can be found online at https://www.totsonthespot.com/aaj 2019.htm 

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR CHILD CARE IS: Saturday July 6, 2019 

Tots on the Spot will provide the following services:
Fun and appropriate arts and crafts for children ages 4 – 13.
Toys for ages 4 – 13.
Story times told with flair!
Games of all kinds and age levels (Candyland, Chutes and Ladders, Uno, Old Maid, Bingo, Jumpin Monkeys and many more).
Age appropriate movies, no more than 1 per day per room, none in infant room.
Porta cribs for younger children and other equipment necessary.
Blankets and pillows will be provided.
A la carte meals can be provided at an additional cost.

Please stop by and grab a cup of coffee and a quick bite to eat. Breakfast will be available on Saturday,  Sunday, and Monday from  8:00 am to 9:00 am

Officer and AAJ Sr. Staff Meeting

WILG Board of Directors Meeting

Stop by the Exhibit Hall to meet with some of the top legal representatives as they showcase the latest in practice-related technology and services.

This installation delivers a powerful message that sexual violence is not caused by a survivor's choice of clothing. Thank you to our sponsors Garretson and Velawcity .

Visit the AAJ Resources Booth for Education Programs, Litigation Packets, AAJ Press books, Section Memberships, and more!

Join the Civil Rights Section's Immigration Subcommittee Meeting at their meeting. For more information, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the ED Drugs/Melanoma Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining a litigation group contact litgroups@justice.org.

Appellate Practice Litigation Group Meeting

Join the Civil Rights Section for the annual meeting. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Meeting of the Election Committee

The MDL Working Group will meet with members of the MDL Subcommittee to discuss issues relating to potential F.R.C.P. for MDLs.

Join the Protecting First Responders/Line-Of-Duty Injury Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining, contact litgroups@justice.org.

All members of the Membership Oversight Committee are invited to attend our quarterly meeting.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the PFC Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining, please contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Federal Tort Liability and Military Advocacy and the Federal Tort Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact sections@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

All regular female attorney members are invited to join the WTLC for their quarterly meeting and elections. Get involved and help the caucus grow!

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Criminal Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join the Electronic Discovery Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Wildfires Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join Mark Kosieradzki for a book signing of his latest release, Deposition Obstruction: Breaking Through, published by AAJ Press.

Join the Benzene Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information on joining contact litgroups@justice.org.

Stop by and visit the exhibitors during the Caffeine and Happy Hour on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to committee members only.

Joint meeting for the AAJ PAC Board of Trustees and AAJ PAC Task Force (State Captains).

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join us for lunch and the Counsel Financial Diamond Sponsor Presentation!

All members attending a convention for the first time are invited to this networking luncheon.

Join the Aviation Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Sole Practitioner & Small Firm Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

State TLA presidents, presidents-elect, immediate past presidents, and TLA staff are welcome to attend the annual business meeting of the Council of Presidents.

Open to committee members only.

AAJ Evergreen Advisory Board

Join the Bicycle Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining a litigation group contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Valsartan Litigation Group at their first AAJ Annual Convention meeting. For information on joining a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

WILG Board Reception

Join the IVC Filter, Talcum Powder, and Hernia Mesh Litigation Groups for drinks and light appetizers. Compliments of CAMG.

All regular members who self-identify as a minority are invited to attend the quarterly membership meeting and annual elections for the caucus.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Council of Presidents Reception sponsored by Thompson Flanagan

Join the Rideshare Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Publications Committee Meeting

Join the Social Security Disability Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

All members and supporters of the Minority Caucus are invited to attend our annual awards celebration!

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the International Practice Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join STEP for their annual meeting. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

AAJ PAC Eagle and IMPACT donors are invited to attend this exclusive reception to mix and mingle with invited speakers.

Join the SALG for the opening of this powerful exhibit. Light appetizers and drinks compliments of A Case for Women and Milestone.

Join the Bus Litigation Group for drinks and bites compliments of Physician Life Care Planning.

Welcome to the AAJ USO Cantina!   Swing into the convention with an Opening Reception on the historic USS Midway.  The Midway was commissioned in 1945 and was the largest ship in the world until 1955.  Come join us for a nod to the golden age  where you can dance to a big band, sample some American classic cuisine and toast to the beginning of an incredible convention experience.   

Comfortable shoes are required and closed in shoes are recommended.  This is a historic ship and has uneven flooring and dips in the desk. 

Shuttles will leave from both the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel and the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina starting at 6:15 pm and will run on a continuous loop.

An accessible bus will leave from the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel at 6:15 pm and will deliver guest to the accessible entrance of the USS Midway.

AAJ CLE speakers can meet with AV staff for help with editing, testing, and troubleshooting their PowerPoint presentations. All speakers are strongly urged to test and upload their presentation 2 hours in advance of their speech.  The Speaker Ready Room is available during the following hours:

Friday, July 26 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

Friends of Bill W. will meet Saturday, July 27-Tuesday, July 30 from 7:00 am to 8:00 am.

Sign up for your video shoot with AsktheLawyers.com and join them in their private boardroom!

Meet with CAMG reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with Counsel Financial reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with reps from Scorpion in their private boardroom!

Questions about AAJ PAC? Stop by the AAJ PAC Booth (adjacent to the AAJ Resources Booth) for answers.

Sponsored by Forge Consulting and Robson Forensic. During suite hours, members enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, a business center equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, printers and a comfortable lounge area to relax and network with other Leaders Forum and President’s Club members. This suite is an exclusive benefit for Leaders Forum and President’s Club members and their guests only. Leaders Forum and President’s Club registration will be located in Ballroom B-D adjacent to main registration. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 am and lunch will be served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Please note the suite will close at 11:00 am on Tuesday so lunch will not be served that day.

You can pick-up your badge or register on-site during the following hours: 
Friday, July 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 - 7:30 am to  6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 - 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

The Youth Hospitality Suite (child care services, ages 4 - 13) is available for registered AAJ Members from Saturday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 30.
Services will be provided by Tots on the Spot and parents and guardians will coordinate directly Tots on the Spot. Registration and additional details can be found online at https://www.totsonthespot.com/aaj 2019.htm 

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR CHILD CARE IS: Saturday July 6, 2019 

Tots on the Spot will provide the following services:
Fun and appropriate arts and crafts for children ages 4 – 13.
Toys for ages 4 – 13.
Story times told with flair!
Games of all kinds and age levels (Candyland, Chutes and Ladders, Uno, Old Maid, Bingo, Jumpin Monkeys and many more).
Age appropriate movies, no more than 1 per day per room, none in infant room.
Porta cribs for younger children and other equipment necessary.
Blankets and pillows will be provided.
A la carte meals can be provided at an additional cost.

Please stop by and grab a cup of coffee and a quick bite to eat. Breakfast will be available on Saturday,  Sunday, and Monday from  8:00 am to 9:00 am

Forge Fit Event: Please join us for Yoga and Mimosas on Sunday, July 28, 2019, 8:00 am at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel on the Promenada Plaza.

Contact Beth Allen at ballen@forgeconsulting.com to RSVP

Yoga mats, along with Forge Fit shirts and tanks, will be provided for participants.

Stop by the Exhibit Hall to meet with some of the top legal representatives as they showcase the latest in practice-related technology and services.

The NATLE Annual Meeting provides continuing education and knowledge exchange for chief executives and staff of trial lawyer associations.

This installation delivers a powerful message that sexual violence is not caused by a survivor's choice of clothing. Thank you to our sponsors Garretson and Velawcity .

Visit the AAJ Resources Booth for Education Programs, Litigation Packets, AAJ Press books, Section Memberships, and more!

Join the ERISA Benefits Litigation Group at their annual business meeting. For more information about joining a Litigation Group, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Ski Area Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining a litigation group contact litgroups@justice.org.

The NFC leads all fundraising campaigns in order to provide necessary resources AAJ needs to sustain a prosperous and viable association.

Lawyers interested in community service; giving back; helping during disasters. Non-committee members are welcome!

Join the Family Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join the Qui Tam Litigation Group for their annual meeting and elections. For information on joining a litigation group contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Admiralty Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join Public Citizen President Robert Weissman for brunch and an important update on the work we are doing together to protect access to the courts.

Open to litigation group members only. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Qubec Elections

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Balance of the World Elections

All member registrants are invited to attend the Signature Brunch, hosted by the Women Trial Lawyers Caucus.

Join the Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway and Premises Liability Section for their meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Puerto Rico Elections

Join the Insurance Law Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join the Firearms Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information on joining a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org.

United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland Elections

Stop by and visit the exhibitors during the Caffeine and Happy Hour on Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.

AAJ PAC M Club, Platinum M Club, Falcon, and Eagle donors are invited to attend this AAJ PAC Thank You luncheon.

All paralegal members are encouraged to attend the annual membership meeting and networking reception!

Legal Affairs Committee Meeting

Quarterly meeting of the Pound Officers and Trustees. Pound Fellows are welcome to attend.

AAJ PAC Platinum M Club and Falcon donors are invited to attend this reception to meet with invited guests.

Join the American Indian Law Litigation Group for their annual meeting and elections. For information on joining a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Products Liability Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

All regular members barred 10 years or less are invited to attend the quarterly membership meeting and annual election for the NLD!

Discuss resources for marketing your practice and suggest topics for upcoming marketing seminars.

Join the Opioids Litigation Group at their annual meeting and elections. For information on joining a litigation group contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Products Liability Section for drinks and light appetizers compliments of Epiq.

The NCA Board of Trustees will meet to discuss old and new business.

Join the Workers' Compensation and Workplace Injury for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Special meeting to discuss the pending cert petition in Avco v. Sikkelee

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Florida Members Happy Hour

Join the Opioids Litigation Group for drinks and light appetizers sponsored by Counsel Financial.

The Pound Institute's 9th annual Twiggs Memorial Lecture on Legal Professionalism will be held during Trial Advocacy Track. Qualifies for Ethics & Professionalism CLE credit.

All members barred 10 years or less are invited to the NLD's annual awards ceremony, celebrating those members who have contributed throughout the year!

The Illinois Trial Lawyers Reception

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Essure Litigation Group for complimentary drinks and light appetizers at a post meeting reception sponsored by Stratos.

Kentucky Justice Association member reception

Join the TBI Litigation Group for complimentary drinks and light appetizers at a post CLE reception sponsored by Physician Life Care Planning.

Join the Asbestos Litigation Group for complimentary drinks and light appetizers at a post meeting reception sponsored by CAMG

Join the Class Action Litigation Group for drinks and light appetizers compliments of Huntington Bank and KCC.

Hosted by Oregon and Washington Trial Lawyers. All invited to reception.

Come join the LAJ for a Louisiana Yacht Party aboard the California Princess with food and live music.  Open to all attendees and guests. 

The California Princess is  located next to Joe's Crab Shack docked at the 6th Avenue landing.

Synergy Settlements is sponsoring a cocktail party for members of the Maryland Association for Justice & West Virginia Association for Justice at the Crow's Nest located in McCormick & Schmick's at  at the Omni Hotel, 675 L Street

Join Pound's Trustees and Fellows, 2019 Appellate Advocacy Award recipient, and judges attending Pound's annual Forum, to celebrate the work of the Institute.

Reception in Support of Christine Spagnoli for AAJ Parliamentarian.

Reception in Support of Lori Andrus for  AAJ Parliamentarian

All registrants and their guests are invited to the New Lawyers Division (NLD) Party at House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Avenue, San Diego

AAJ CLE speakers can meet with AV staff for help with editing, testing, and troubleshooting their PowerPoint presentations. All speakers are strongly urged to test and upload their presentation 2 hours in advance of their speech.  The Speaker Ready Room is available during the following hours:

Friday, July 26 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Youth Hospitality Suite (child care services, ages 4 - 13) is available for registered AAJ Members from Saturday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 30.
Services will be provided by Tots on the Spot and parents and guardians will coordinate directly Tots on the Spot. Registration and additional details can be found online at https://www.totsonthespot.com/aaj 2019.htm 

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR CHILD CARE IS: Saturday July 6, 2019 

Tots on the Spot will provide the following services:
Fun and appropriate arts and crafts for children ages 4 – 13.
Toys for ages 4 – 13.
Story times told with flair!
Games of all kinds and age levels (Candyland, Chutes and Ladders, Uno, Old Maid, Bingo, Jumpin Monkeys and many more).
Age appropriate movies, no more than 1 per day per room, none in infant room.
Porta cribs for younger children and other equipment necessary.
Blankets and pillows will be provided.
A la carte meals can be provided at an additional cost.

Friends of Bill W. will meet Saturday, July 27-Tuesday, July 30 from 7:00 am to 8:00 am.

Sign up for your video shoot with AsktheLawyers.com and join them in their private boardroom!

Meet with CAMG reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with Counsel Financial reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with reps from Scorpion in their private boardroom!

Questions about AAJ PAC? Stop by the AAJ PAC Booth (adjacent to the AAJ Resources Booth) for answers.

Sponsored by Forge Consulting and Robson Forensic. During suite hours, members enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, a business center equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, printers and a comfortable lounge area to relax and network with other Leaders Forum and President’s Club members. This suite is an exclusive benefit for Leaders Forum and President’s Club members and their guests only. Leaders Forum and President’s Club registration will be located in Ballroom B-D adjacent to main registration. Breakfast served from 7:30-9:30 am and lunch will be served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Please note the suite will close at 11:00 am on Tuesday so lunch will not be served that day.

You can pick-up your badge or register on-site during the following hours: 
Friday, July 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 - 7:30 am to  6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 - 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

Join the Railroad Law Section, Railway Hwy & Derailment Litigation Group, and FELA Litigation Group at their annual meeting and elections.

Join the Trampoline Injury Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information about joining contact litgroups@Justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Please stop by and grab a cup of coffee and a quick bite to eat. Breakfast will be available on Saturday,  Sunday, and Monday from  8:00 am to 9:00 am

Stop by the Exhibit Hall to meet with some of the top legal representatives as they showcase the latest in practice-related technology and services.

This installation delivers a powerful message that sexual violence is not caused by a survivor's choice of clothing. Thank you to our sponsors Garretson and Velawcity .

Visit the AAJ Resources Booth for Education Programs, Litigation Packets, AAJ Press books, Section Memberships, and more!

Join the Tenofovir Litigation Group at their first AAJ Annual Convention meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org

Bi-Annual User Group Meeting to showcase new features of the latest version and meet with your peers on best practices with TrialWorks

Join us for a discussion with Parliamentarian candidates Lori Andrus and Christine Spagnoli.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to committee members only.

Republican Trial Lawyers Caucus welcomes all Republican, Libertarian and conservative trial lawyers to discuss goals and upcoming events.

Join the Wage and Hour Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information on how to join, please contact litgroups@justice.org.

The NATLE Annual Meeting provides continuing education and knowledge exchange for chief executives and staff of trial lawyer associations.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Professional Negligence Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Tenofovir Litigation Group for post meeting drinks and light appetizers compliments of Epiq.

The Public Affairs Committee will meet to discuss pending legislative and regulatory issues.

Join 3M Combat Earplug Litigation Group for post meeting drinks and light bites compliments of CAMG.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Spinal Cord Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information on joining contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Smith and Nephew Hip Implant Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For information, contact litgroups@justice.org

Responsible for identifying strategies for growing diversity within AAJ

Join the Employment Rights Section for their annual meeting and elections. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

The Law Schools Committee will meet to discuss new and old business.

Join the E-Cigarette litigation group at their annual meeting. For more information about joining contact litgroups@Justice.org.

The Leadership Luncheon is only open to Leaders Forum, President’s Club, PAC Eagles, Endowment, and Evergreen Fund Donors. 

All Canadian members are invited to attend the annual business meeting and awards luncheon.

Join us for lunch and the Scorpion Diamond Sponsor Presentation!

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

All members who identify as LGBT or as an ally are invited to attend the annual meeting and elections of the LGBT Caucus!

All state delegates are welcome to attend.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the Securities and Financial Fraud Litigation Group for their annual meeting.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Open to TBI Executive Committee Members only.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

The AAJ Press Advisory Board will meet to discuss new and old business.

Compliance Committee Meeting

Join the Zimmer M/L Taper Hip Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

All members and supporters of the LGBT Caucus are invited to attend their networking reception!

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

The Public Education Committee will meet to discuss ongoing priorities and upcoming projects.

Join the Securities and Financial Fraud Litigation Group for post meeting drinks and light appetizers compliments of Huntington Bank.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join the proponents of the Substance Use Disorder Litigation Group for a meeting at annual convention. For more information please contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Taxotere Litigation Group for post meeting drinks and light appetizers compliments of CAMG.

Open to litigation group members only. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Meeting for members of the Committee on the Judiciary

3rd annual reception to honor the generous support of AAJ Evergreen Fund contributors.

ATLA Brat Happy Hour.

Join the Consumer Privacy/ Data Breach Litigation Group for post meeting drinks and light appetizers sponsored by Western Alliance Bank.

The Exchange Advisory Committee will meet to discuss existing and new Exchange projects and Litigation Packets.

Join AAJ Press and Thomson Reuters for the second annual "Meet the Authors Reception!"

Join the Forced Air Warming Blankets Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Inadequate Security Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more info contact litgroups@justice.org.

The AAJ Annual Membership Business and Elections Meeting will be held on Monday, July 29 at 5:15 p.m. pacific time in  Room 29 A/B in the San Diego Convention Center.  The meeting will include elections for AAJ National Officers and proposed amendments to the AAJ Bylaws. AAJ National Officer candidates in non-contested races will be elected during the meeting.Nominating, seconding, and candidate speeches will be delivered during the meeting for the contested office of parliamentarian, after which an electronic ballot will be accessible to eligible voters until noon eastern on July 30. Information about the elections, including voter eligibility and candidate statements, is available at www.justice.org/AAJElections.

The International Reception.

Come join us as we celebrate our incoming president Bruce Stern at the Natural History Museum in Balboa Park, 1788 El Prado, San Diego, Ca

AAJ CLE speakers can meet with AV staff for help with editing, testing, and troubleshooting their PowerPoint presentations. All speakers are strongly urged to test and upload their presentation 2 hours in advance of their speech.  The Speaker Ready Room is available during the following hours:

Friday, July 26 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Youth Hospitality Suite (child care services, ages 4 - 13) is available for registered AAJ Members from Saturday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 30.
Services will be provided by Tots on the Spot and parents and guardians will coordinate directly Tots on the Spot. Registration and additional details can be found online at https://www.totsonthespot.com/aaj 2019.htm 

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP FOR CHILD CARE IS: Saturday July 6, 2019 

Tots on the Spot will provide the following services:
Fun and appropriate arts and crafts for children ages 4 – 13.
Toys for ages 4 – 13.
Story times told with flair!
Games of all kinds and age levels (Candyland, Chutes and Ladders, Uno, Old Maid, Bingo, Jumpin Monkeys and many more).
Age appropriate movies, no more than 1 per day per room, none in infant room.
Porta cribs for younger children and other equipment necessary.
Blankets and pillows will be provided.
A la carte meals can be provided at an additional cost.

Friends of Bill W. will meet Saturday, July 27-Tuesday, July 30 from 7:00 am to 8:00 am.

Meet with Counsel Financial reps in their private boardroom!

Sign up for your video shoot with AsktheLawyers.com and join them in their private boardroom!

Meet with CAMG reps in their private boardroom!

Meet with reps from Scorpion in their private boardroom!

Sponsored by Forge Consulting and Robson Forensic. During suite hours, members enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, a business center equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, printers and a comfortable lounge area to relax and network with other Leaders Forum and President’s Club members. This suite is an exclusive benefit for Leaders Forum and President’s Club members and their guests only. Leaders Forum and President’s Club registration will be located in Ballroom B-D adjacent to main registration. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 am and lunch will be served from 11:30 am-1:30 pm.  Please note the suite will close at 11:00 am on Tuesday so lunch will not be served that day.

Questions about AAJ PAC? Stop by the AAJ PAC Booth (adjacent to the AAJ Resources Booth) for answers.

You can pick-up your badge or register on-site during the following hours: 
Friday, July 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 27 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 28 - 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday, July 29 - 7:30 am to  6:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30 - 7:30 am to 1:00 pm

The NATLE Annual Meeting provides continuing education and knowledge exchange for chief executives and staff of trial lawyer associations.

Join the Business Torts Section for their annual meeting. To join a section visit www.justice.org/sections/join.

Join the Distracted Driving Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

This installation delivers a powerful message that sexual violence is not caused by a survivor's choice of clothing. Thank you to our sponsors Garretson and Velawcity .

Visit the AAJ Resources Booth for Education Programs, Litigation Packets, AAJ Press books, Section Memberships, and more!

This is the annual meeting of the AAJ Foundation Board.

Join the Onglyza Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Bus Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Organization Review Committee Meeting

Members/guests/teens: see the presentation that is changing the way people drive. Be a part of the End Distracted Driving movement!

The International Committee Meeting

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

The Stalwarts/Hall of Fame Committee will meet to discuss new and old business.

Join the Trucking Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Vaccine Injury Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

Join the Motorcycle Litigation Group at their annual meeting. For more information contact litgroups@justice.org.

The Robert L. Habush Endowment Committee will meet to discuss committee business and review grant proposals.

Open to litigation group members only. For information on how to join a litigation group, contact litgroups@justice.org

Join us for a celebration of AAJ members’ achievements. Additionally, the results of the AAJ National Officer Elections will be announced during the Membership and Awards Luncheon.

Retirement Committee Meeting

Convention Planning Committee Meeting.

The Budget Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee Meeting

Reception for the Board of Governors.

AAJ Past Presidents' Dinner

Board of Governors Meeting