The Federation will touch down in Charleston, NC from Feb. 23-27 for our 2025 FDCC Winter Meeting. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with fellow #members, discuss relevant issues facing today's #legalpros and explore all Charleston has to offer. Register today through the link below. #legalpros #lawyers #legalevents https://lnkd.in/ejeW8XAN
Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
Legal Services
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania 3,486 followers
About us
The Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC), comprised of U.S. and international civil defense litigators, senior corporate counsel, and insurance claims executives, is dedicated to promoting knowledge, fellowship and professionalism for lawyers and other professionals striving to achieve a balanced justice system in the defense of civil lawsuits. For over 80 years, the hand-picked members of the FDCC have been leaders in-house and in the courthouse. It is an elite group that drives the agenda and educates the defense legal community. We are excited to increase our membership internationally and add to the elite collection of outstanding lawyers and corporate counsel. The FDCC is committed to providing value to its members in a variety of ways, including offering opportunities to interact with and learn from nationally recognized lawyers in multiple jurisdictions around the country. We value diversity and recognize that the inclusion of people from diverse backgrounds enriches us personally, strengthens our organization, and enhances the quality and talent within the legal profession.
- Website
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http://www.thefederation.org/
External link for Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
- Industry
- Legal Services
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 1936
Locations
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Primary
610 Freedom Business Ctr Dr
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania 19406, US
Employees at Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
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Dave Gervers
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Jaimesen Heins
General Counsel I Corporate Secretary
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Frank Ramos
Best Lawyers - Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants - Miami - 2025 and Product Liability Defense - Miami - 2020, 2023 🔹…
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Rich Dukes
Litigator and Trial Lawyer * Class Actions * MDLs * Complex Business Litigation * Professional Liability * Religious Organizations and First…
Updates
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Happy first #MemberMonday of 2025. We are excited to welcome three new members to The Federation this week, Jaime A. Pozo of Pozo-Diaz & Pozo, P.A., Courtney Ervin of Hicks Thomas LLP and Amelia Lolli of Connor, Weber & Oberlies. Welcome all, we are glad to have you with us. #legalpros #lawyers #legalindustry
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Nuclear verdicts are on the rise. Why? And is there anything we as defense counsel can do to stem the flow? In a recent episode of FedSpeaks, FDCC Member Tom Paschos endeavors to answer these questions and more. Listen to the full episode below. https://lnkd.in/eHCWgMMQ
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm across industries, including both the #legal and #insurance sectors. In a recent episode of the FedSpeaks podcast, Sean Griffin discusses #AI in our industry, and FDCC's work with the AI Committee. Listen to the full episode below. https://lnkd.in/ecAGNmEf
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Happy New Year to you and your family from the entire Federation. We are looking forward to another productive year of learning, growing and networking ahead, starting with the 2025 FDCC Winter Meeting. If you have not yet registered for the event, Feb. 23-27 at The Charleston Place, be sure to do so now to secure your spot. https://lnkd.in/eKUF4N6W
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On Dec. 9, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned many uses of two common solvents: perchloroethylene (PCE or Perc) and trichloroethylene (TCE), as a part of the agency's risk evaluation process for existing chemicals under the bipartisan 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act amendments. Learn how this will impact the legal industry in the article below from Renee Kalmes, M.S.P.H., Pamela Dopart, Ph.D. and Kristin Robrock, Ph.D. of FDCC's platinum sponsor Exponent. https://lnkd.in/eTZP9Qmf
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What are #greenwashing and #greenhushing, and how will this impact litigation moving forward? John Peiserich of J.S. Held LLC discusses greenwashing in the legal system in a recent episode of the FedSpeaks podcast. Listen to the full episode below. https://lnkd.in/eMdx7jf2
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In the December issue of FDCC's Civil "Writes," newsletter, guest author Ann E. Trivett of Keating shares an update on our Civil Rights & Public Entity Substantive Law Section. Read the full newsletter, including articles on qualified immunity, a lawyers nightmare before Christmas and more, via the link below. https://lnkd.in/e6QpqPuT
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The latest FedSpeaks podcast, featuring FDCC Past President Bob Christie and Lawyers for Civil Justice's Alex Dahl is now available. Follow the link below for an in-depth conversation on how to ask about third-party litigation funding in your cases. https://lnkd.in/eZnDutAs
"How to Ask About Third-Party Litigation Funding in Your Cases: All You Need to Know in 30 Minutes with FDCC Past President Bob Christie and LCJ's Alex Dahl"
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FDCC President Heidi Goebel and everyone at FDCC wishes you and your family a healthy, happy and safe holiday season and New Year. Heidi shared some her favorite holiday traditions that bring her joy in a message to the Federation in last week's Friday 5. Read the full message for some holiday cheer.