On March 26, 2026, business litigation partner Ken Thayer will join a panel of experts to discuss AI tools and ethical considerations in litigation.
Events

Maureen Curran will speak at the Massachusetts Bar Association’s 13th Annual Probate Law Conference March 19
Maureen Curran will speak at the Massachusetts Bar Association’s 13th Annual Probate Law Conference at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center.

Derek Schaffner to lead session on Data Licensing Agreement Tips at NBI Webinar
On March 17, 2026, Technology & Outsourcing partner Derek Schaffner will provide practical insights on data licensing agreements, negotiation tactics, and evolving privacy laws.

Erin Higgins Chairs and Kurt Fliegauf Teaches on Live MCLE Webcast “Captivate the Courtroom”
Conn Kavanaugh managing partner Erin Higgins and litigation partner Kurt Fliegauf will participate in the MCLE live webcast Captivate the Courtroom: Holding the Jury’s Attention on March 11, 2026.

Derek Schaffner will teach a session at NBI Webinar on February 26, 2026
Derek Schaffner will teach a session of the Thursday, February 26, 2026 NBI Webinar “AI-Driven Efficiency in Microsoft 365 for Legal Professionals.”

Kathleen O’Toole to Speak on AI Workforce Practices and Legal Risks
On February 25, 2026, Kate O’Toole will join The Harmonie Group’s Employment Committee for a specialized webinar titled “AI Workforce Practices and Legal Risks: What Claims Adjusters Need to Know.”

Marie E. Chafe to Speak at DRI “Women in the Law” Seminar
On February 19, 2026, Marie E. Chafe will interview DRI’s keynote speaker Dayna Adelman.

Kathleen O’Toole to Teach MCLE Course: “Top 25 Cases Every Employment Litigator & Counselor Must Know”
On February 11, 2026, Kate O’Toole will join a distinguished faculty panel for an MCLE (Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education) course focused on the foundational and trending cases shaping labor and employment law today.

Derek Schaffner will lead NBI’s Webinar “Agentic AI Demystified” on January 23, 2026
On January 23, 2026, Derek Schaffner will lead NBI’s Webinar “Agentic AI Demystified” from 11:00am-2:15pm.

Marie E. Chafe to Address “Thermonuclear Verdicts” at Harmonie’s Winter 2026 Conference, January 15, 2026
Conn Kavanaugh Product Liability Defense Partner, Marie Chafe, will be a featured speaker at The Harmonie Group Winter 2026 Conference in Dana Point, CA.
