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FDCC Meetings - Looking Ahead
Scottsdale is one of
our members’ favorite
destinations—and for us,
it holds an especially
meaningful place in
our hearts, as it’s where
both of our FDCC
journeys began.
presentations from some of our top
trial attorneys.
Additional topics will include:
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Innovations in courtroom and
trial technology
Developments in mass tort
litigation
Judicial integrity and ethics
The evolving landscape of
Name, Image, and Likeness
(NIL) in college sports
The long- and short-term
impacts of DEI and regulatory
changes across the legal field
We are also thrilled to welcome
Natalia Cohen, ocean rower and
co-star of Losing Sight of Shore, as
our closing speaker. Her insights on
perseverance and gratitude are sure
to leave us inspired.
Share Your Memories
If you have been to any of the
several past meetings in Scottsdale,
please send us your photos so
we can use them to promote this
upcoming meeting and remind our
members what a great destination
Arizona is, and what great people
our members are.
A Resort Experience
Like No Other
The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert
Ridge is a AAA Four-Diamond
resort nestled in the heart of the
Sonoran Desert. Whether you’re
a sports enthusiast, a golf lover, or
simply looking to unwind, the resort
has something for everyone:
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Pickleball paradise: 17 courts,
a pro shop, and certified
instruction
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Poolside luxury: Five pools, a
lazy river, multi-story wide slides,
cabana cottages, and pool suites
Championship golf: Two courses
with PGA instruction, club
fittings, and tournament play
We can’t wait to return to where
it all started and create new
memories with all of you. Mark
your calendars--we’ll see you in the
Valley of the Sun next February!
Frank Ramos is Convention Chair and
Micalann Pepe is Program Chair of the 2026
Winter Meeting in Scottsdale.
Frank is a Senior Director on the Board
of Directors. He is also a Partner with
Goldberg Segalla in Miami, FL.
Micalann is a Director on the Board of
Directors. She is also a Partner with Jaburg
Wilk in Phoenix, AZ. and a Director.
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