Join an exceptional lineup of judges, leading practitioners, and scholars from across the country for timely insights, lively discussion, and fresh perspectives on the issues shaping class actions, MDL proceedings, mass torts, and complex litigation.
Patricia Sanchez Abril, Interim Dean University of Miami School of Law
Conference Hosts
Tal Lifshitz, JD ‘12, Partner, Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton Co-Chair of the 2026 Miami Class Action Forum.
Peter Prieto, JD ’85 Partner, Podhurst Orseck Co-Chair of the 2026 Miami Class Action Forum
9:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Panel #1: The Coming Docket: How AI Will Generate and Reshape Complex Litigation
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Break
10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Panel #2: Inside the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation: Certifying, Settling, and Administering a Nationwide Class
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch Keynote and Fireside Chat: TBD
1:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Panel #3: Litigating the Helms-Burton Act: Title III Claims in the Eleventh Circuit and Beyond
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Panel #4: A Conversation with the federal bench
In this candid conversation, distinguished federal judges will discuss the evolving challenges facing today’s courts, including complex litigation, technology, and emerging legal trends. Attendees will gain insight into judicial perspectives and practical guidance for effectively advocating before the bench.
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Closing Reception
CLE Credits: PENDING
Alabama:6.50 general, including 1.30 ethics.
California:As FL is an approved jurisdiction, CLEs will qualify for credit through reciprocity
Florida:8.0 general (1.5 Ethics, 1.5 Professionalism, 1.5 Technology and 8.0 Civil Trial and 8.0 Appellate Practice Certification Credits)
Georgia: 6.5 general (2 Ethics, 2 Trial)
Louisiana: 6.25 general
New Jersey / New York:As FL is an approved jurisdiction, CLEs will qualify for credit through reciprocity
North Carolina: 12.0 general
Pennsylvania:5 general credits and 2 ethics credits
