In-House Counsel Section Event

  • 10/23/2024
  • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Detroit Athletic Club

Registration

From Law Firm to In-House Counsel: Navigating the Transition

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Detroit Athletic Club
 241 Madison Street
Detroit, MI 48226

Join the Detroit Bar Association's In-House Section and Barristers Section for an insightful and engaging panel discussion on making the leap from law firm life to in-house counsel positions! Our distinguished panelists will share insider tips and personal experiences about the key differences between the two environments, strategies for a seamless transition, and the essential skills that will help you excel in-house. This event is a prime opportunity for young lawyers to learn how to position themselves for an in-house role early in their careers while connecting with seasoned professionals who have successfully navigated this transition. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain practical advice, connect with peers, and get inspired for your career journey ahead. We look forward to seeing you there!


Moderators:

  • Luis E. Gomez, In-House Counsel for Global Class Actions at Ford Motor Company, Chair of the In-House Counsel Section
  • Jeffrey A. Turner, Associate in Miller Johnson's Litigation Practice Group, President of the Barristers Section

Panelists:

  • Kirsten Silwanowicz, Associate General Counsel at Great Lakes Water Authority
  • Klaudia Psari, Associate General Counsel, Americas at GKN Automotive
  • Monica Batsford-Cabral, Commercial and Programs Attorney at Forvia
  • Samantha Burnett, Automotive Products Liability, Class Action, and Consumer Defense Litigation, Ford Motor Company

Event Timeline:
5:30 PM Drinks and Appetizers
6:15-7 PM Panel Discussion

Members $15
Nonmembers $25

To update your membership status or to join, visit  https://www.detroitlawyer.org/join or contact Sheena Law-Killinger at slawkillinger@detroitlawyer.org.

Registration includes appetizers and a cash bar. Please email slawkillinger@detroitlawyer.org with any questions you might have regarding registration. 

The information provided in this programming does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available are for general informational purposes only.

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