Women’s Working Group: Confronting Gender Bias in the Legal Profession
2025-09-03 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
From courtroom dynamics to office culture, gender bias continues to shape the experiences of women in the legal profession. In this 90-minute, members-only session, we’ll explore how systemic and implicit bias shows up for attorneys, paralegals, operations staff, and marketing leaders alike—and, most importantly, what we can do to challenge and change it together. Expect personal stories, practical strategies, and time for connection and reflection.
What You’ll Learn:
– How implicit and systemic bias manifests in everyday practice.
– Tactics to interrupt bias in client intake, case strategy, and negotiations.
– Leadership and mentorship approaches that elevate women across roles.
– Practical scripts for addressing bias in real time—on teams and in court.
– Ways to build a more inclusive culture without overburdening women.
Who You’ll Hear From:
– Katherine Allen (Hugh James)
– Danae Benton (The Cochran Firm)
– Tina Hamilton Bradley (Hobson & Bradley)
– Natasha Diemer (Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa)
– Christian Morris (Christian Morris Trial Attorneys)
How To Attend:
– Not in the Women’s Working Group yet? Request to join here!

IB Day of Action Webinar: The Helping Paws Initiative
2025-09-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Each year, Injury Board member firms come together for the IB Day of Action, a nationwide service project designed to make a meaningful impact in local communities. This year’s initiative, Helping Paws, focuses on supporting animal shelters and rescues that work tirelessly to care for animals in need.
Join us on Wednesday, September 4, at 1 PM ET for an informational webinar where we’ll share everything you need to know about the 2025 Day of Action taking place on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
During this session, we’ll cover:
– The theme and goals of this year’s “Helping Paws” initiative.
– Ways your firm can participate—donations, volunteering, sponsorships, and promotion.
– Resources, toolkits, and support available to help you get started.
– Q&A with the IB team to answer any questions about planning and execution.
This webinar is your opportunity to learn how your firm can get involved and join IB members nationwide in making a difference for shelters, animals, and the communities they serve.
IB Day of Action Webinar: The Helping Paws Initiative
Presented by Judy Chaney and Carla Cornish of Injury Board
Wednesday, September 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

Marketing Working Group: Time-Saving Content Strategies for Busy Marketers
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00
Short on time but big on ideas? This session will show you how to work once and win everywhere by repurposing your content across platforms.
Join us for Time-Saving Content Strategies for Busy Marketers—a 60-minute, hands-on session designed to help you streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and get more mileage out of every piece of content you create. This session is open to all IB members—whether you’re leading your firm’s marketing strategy, creating social content, or just looking for ways to maximize your team’s time.
Discover Practical Ways To:
– Transform one piece of content into multiple, engagement-ready formats (without starting from scratch).
– Use workflows and tools to spark creativity while saving hours of time.
– Build an actionable plan to stay consistent, visible, and relevant across platforms.
Plus, you’ll get live practice repurposing one of your own existing pieces of content so it’s ready to share with your audience right away!
Presenter:
– Jess Spino, Injury Board
Sign Up:
– Check your email to RSVP!
– Not in the Marketing Working Group yet? Request to join here.

MVA Part 3: Trial Prep & Execution
2025-09-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Defense teams often rely on familiar playbooks to minimize liability in motor vehicle accident (MVA) cases. This live session shows you how to stay one step ahead—from trial preparation through closing argument. Whether you’re gearing up for trial or negotiating a settlement, you’ll leave with practical, field-tested tools to strengthen your case from day one!
What You’ll Learn:
– How to organize case files and select compelling, admissible evidence for maximum juror comprehension.
– Blueprints for persuasive opening statements—and how to prime the fact-finder for your damages story.
– Cross-examination tactics that expose inconsistencies and defense narrative gaps.
– Proving damages with clarity: exhibits, demonstratives, and expert integration that resonate.
– Anticipating and countering common defense strategies—in and out of the courtroom.
– Practical checklists and workflows to streamline prep and execution in MVA trials.
MVA Part 3: Trial Prep & Execution
Presented by Betsy Greene and Fred Schultz of Greene & Schultz, Kevin Coluccio of Coluccio Law, and Mark Kitrick of Kitrick Lewis & Staley-Sladek
Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

AI for Personal Injury Firms (Save the Date)
2025-09-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Check back soon for the full speaker lineup and session overview!

IB Summit 2025
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-12 | Hotel Bardo Savannah, 700 Drayton Street , Savannah, GA, 31401, United States
You’re invited to the IB Summit! Summit 2025 is making its way to beautiful Savannah this fall — and you won’t want to miss it. Whether you’re drawn to the rich history, stunning architecture, or simply enjoy connecting with fellow members, this event is sure to be both inspiring and unforgettable.

Operations Working Group: Referral Tracking Think Tank
2025-10-14 13:30 - 14:30
Have you ever wondered how other personal injury firms keep tabs on referrals—where they come from, how they convert, and how they’re thanked or compensated?
Join us for a hands-on Referral Tracking Think Tank, an open, round-table session focused on solving one of the most common operational pain points for PI firms: tracking and managing referral relationships. This isn’t a presentation—it’s a working conversation designed to exchange real strategies and tools that firms are using right now.
What You’ll Explore:
– Practical ways to track inbound and outbound referrals (software, spreadsheets, CRM setups, and more).
– Systems for capturing source data at intake and keeping it accurate over time.
– Strategies for nurturing referral relationships and measuring ROI.
Expect a collaborative discussion where everyone contributes and leaves with actionable ideas to strengthen their firm’s referral process.
Sign Up:
– Check your email to RSVP!
– Not in the Operations Working Group yet? Request to join here.

New Lawyers Working Group: The Courage Needed To Be a Trial Lawyer
2025-10-16 13:00 - 14:30
Being a trial lawyer isn’t for the faint of heart. It means standing up for ordinary people against billion-dollar corporations and insurance giants that will always have more lawyers, more money, and more resources than you do. It means taking the tough cases, pushing through long hours, and having the guts to try new strategies in the face of doubt.
Christopher Nace of Nace Law Group joins us for a candid conversation on what it really takes—the resilience, the creativity, and the courage—to fight for justice in the courtroom when the odds are stacked against you.
This discussion is designed to provide practical guidance and encouragement for attorneys still in the early stages of their careers, showing how courage and persistence—combined with skill—make all the difference in personal injury practice.
What You’ll Learn:
– Why courage and resilience are at the core of trial practice.
– How to stand firm when facing better-funded opponents.
– The value of creativity and persistence in trial strategy.
– Practical insights on balancing the challenges of PI work with the rewards of client advocacy.
Presenter:
– Chris Nace, Nace Law Group
Sign Up:
– Check your email to RSVP!
– Not in the New Lawyers Working Group yet? Request to join here.

IB Day of Action 2025: The Helping Paws Initiative
2025-10-21
We’re excited to announce this year’s IB Day of Action: The Helping Paws Initiative! This campaign supports local animal shelters and promotes pet adoption. Member firms will work with their teams and communities to collect supplies, volunteer time, and share adoptable pets—directly impacting animals waiting for loving homes.
Firms are encouraged to host supply drives, sponsor adoptions, and partner with shelters or rescues. High-need items include food, treats, toys, leashes, blankets, crates, litter, cleaning supplies, and pet store gift cards. Teams can also volunteer—walking dogs, cleaning kennels, or assisting with adoption events—or run fundraisers to help cover adoption or medical fees.
Shelters often face overcrowding and limited resources. Your support provides comfort, care, and visibility to help more animals find permanent homes.
Register your firm for the 2025 IB Day of Action: The Helping Paws Initiative to receive campaign materials, timelines, and resources. Together, we can make a lasting difference—one paw at a time.

Icon Sports Webinar: How Athlete Partnerships Support Law Firm Branding Awareness
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
In today’s competitive legal landscape, law firm visibility goes beyond traditional marketing. Partnering with athletes and sports organizations can create powerful brand alignment, foster trust, and expand reach within the community.
Join Eddie Eusepi of ICON Sports & Entertainment for a discussion on how athlete partnerships can elevate your firm’s profile and drive authentic brand awareness. Drawing on years of experience connecting brands with top athletes, Eddie will share how firms can leverage these collaborations strategically to build credibility, engage audiences, and differentiate their brand.
Eddie will also share real examples and case studies from community events and partnerships with current Injury Board members. These turnkey initiatives help increase the visibility of your firm’s philanthropic efforts by teaming up with athletes who share your community-focused goals.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to:
– Elevate your firm’s community presence by partnering with professional or collegiate athletes who share your passion for giving back.
– Leverage turnkey initiatives that simplify planning, promotion, and execution—so your team can focus on impact, not logistics.
– Showcase your firm’s values through authentic, high-visibility events that resonate with clients, partners, and your local community.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore a unique approach to brand-building that goes beyond ads and social media—and into authentic, values-driven storytelling.
Icon Sports Webinar: How Athlete Partnerships Support Law Firm Branding Awareness
Presented by Eddie Eusepi of ICON Sports & Entertainment
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

New Lawyers Working Group: Personal & Professional Branding for New Lawyers
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00
Building your reputation starts long before you step into the courtroom. In this session, we’ll explore how to define, strengthen, and communicate your professional brand—both inside and beyond your firm.
Join Jess Spino for an interactive workshop designed to help new lawyers identify what they’re known for, elevate their digital presence, and take intentional steps toward greater visibility and impact.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
– Identify your unique strengths and the story you want your professional brand to tell.
– Audit and refine your digital presence to align with your goals and values.
– Create a 30-day visibility plan with actionable next steps.
You’ll leave with a clear roadmap for strengthening your reputation in a way that’s memorable, authentic, and career-advancing.
Presenter:
– Jess Spino, Injury Board
Sign Up:
– Check your email to RSVP!
– Not in the New Lawyers Working Group yet? Request to join here.

Operations Working Group: Using an AI Agent to Optimize Intake
2025-11-11 13:30 - 14:30
Managing intake is one of the most challenging aspects of running a personal injury firm — especially when it comes to handling high call volume and inefficient workflows.
In this session, Matt McCarren of Bey & Associates will share how his firm partnered with a legal tech startup to reimagine the intake process using artificial intelligence. From analyzing call data to streamlining high-volume calls and eliminating costly answering services, Matt will walk attendees through the tools and tactics that helped his team create an efficient, scalable, and cost-effective intake system.
What You’ll Learn:
– How to leverage AI to streamline call handling and intake workflows.
– Strategies to reduce reliance on answering services and lower operational costs.
– Practical insights on using data to improve efficiency and scalability.
Expect a hands-on discussion designed to spark ideas and help firms rethink how technology can drive operational excellence.
Presenter:
– Matt McCarren, Bey & Associates
Sign Up:
– Check your email to RSVP!
– Not in the Operations Working Group yet? Request to join here.

MVA Webinar Part 4: Settlements and Case Closeout
2025-11-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
The final session in our four-part Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) webinar series brings everything full circle — from building a compelling case to securing a successful resolution.
Join trial attorneys Betsy Greene, Fred Schultz, Kevin Coluccio, Mark Kitrick, and Tracee Wagner for an in-depth discussion on closing arguments, settlements, and the ethical management of client relationships at the end of litigation. This session will cover practical strategies for crafting powerful closings that resonate with juries, discussing damages effectively, and avoiding common pitfalls that can jeopardize a strong case.
What You’ll Learn:
– How to structure a powerful closing argument.
– Strategies for empowering the jury and connecting emotionally.
– How to discuss damages clearly and persuasively.
– Common pitfalls to avoid during settlements.
– Ethical considerations in client relationship management and case closeout.
Whether you’re wrapping up your first MVA trial or your hundredth, this session will equip you with actionable tools to empower juries, maximize outcomes, and close cases with integrity.
MVA Webinar Part 4: Settlements and Case Closeout
Presented by Betsy Greene and Fred Schultz of Greene & Schultz, Kevin Coluccio of Coluccio Law, Mark Kitrick of Kitrick Lewis & Staley-Sladek, and Tracee Wagner of Forge Consulting
Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

AAJ Winter Convention 2026 (Save the Date)
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-24 | San Diego, CA
Save the date and stay tuned for Injury Board Happy Hour and Dinner details!

IB Pathfinder 2026
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-22 | Keswick Hall, 701 Club Dr, Keswick, VA, 22947, United States
IB Pathfinder returns in April 2026 — our premier networking and leadership event designed to connect Injury Board members from across the country! This multi-day experience blends high-impact sessions, collaborative discussions, and memorable social events to spark new ideas, strengthen relationships, and inspire action.
Highlights will include:
– Engaging panels with industry leaders and peers
– Social events and networking opportunities in the beautiful Virginia countryside
– Time to build connections and uncover new paths to grow your practice and influence
Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for location details, speaker announcements, and the full agenda!

AAJ Annual Convention 2026 (Save the Date)
2026-07-24 - 2026-07-28 | Chicago, IL
