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Program Summary: 
Nirvana is the highest state of enlightenment that a person can attain. NACDL's 2024 Annual Meeting & Seminar, "Come as You Are: Finding Your Trial Nirvana in Cross, Openings, and Closings" will enlighten and prepare you for modern trials using innovative and proven trial techniques, taught by seasoned lawyers who have had significant success in the trenches. You will learn pre-trial strategies to prepare for cross-examination from the master of cross, Larry Pozner, as well as how to effectively communicate and persuade a jury in your opening statements and closing arguments. Come as you are, but expect to go home a better trial lawyer.

Location Description:
Your perfect adventure awaits – and there’s no better place to be in America during July than the Pacific Northwest. Often ranked at the top of the list as one of America’s most beautiful cities, Seattle’s captivating cityscapes meet the tranquil allure of unrivaled natural beauty. Seattle is home to one of the world’s most spectacular waterfronts, and offers everything from majestic mountains to rain forest, from hiking to fishing and boating, from local wines and beers to gourmet coffee, and more. You’ll enjoy a thriving arts and culture scene, including artisan makers, indie boutiques and designer fashions, where you can admire priceless works of art, sing your heart out, or explore like a local in the diverse neighborhoods, all without ever having to leave the city.

NACDL’s host hotel, The Sheraton Grand, is ideally situated in the heart of downtown, making it a perfect gateway to experience all the Emerald City has to offer. Centrally located at 6th and Pike St., directly adjacent to the Seattle Convention Center, the hotel is within walking distance of iconic local attractions, world-class shopping and critically acclaimed restaurants and bars.

Located just a few hours south of Vancouver, BC, there are also many possibilities for excitement and adventure beyond Seattle — so bring the whole family, extend your stay, and enjoy this magnificent city, at a time of year when it is truly most inviting! Make your plans to attend today!

Agenda

The program agenda and faculty are subject to change.

Faculty

Kelli Childress (El Paso, TX) *NACDL MEMBER
Amanda Clark-Palmer (Atlanta, GA) *NACDL MEMBER
John Ellis (San Diego, CA) *NACDL MEMBER
Alice Fontier (New York, NY) *NACDL MEMBER
Andres Guevara (Denver, CO) *NACDL MEMBER
Juanita Kimble (Atlanta, GA)
Leslie McNair-Jackson (Camden, NJ) *NACDL MEMBER
Bob Pepin (Port Angeles, WA)
Chandra Peterson (Portland, OR)
Larry Pozner (Kailua Kona, HI) *NACDL MEMBER
Carmen Roe (Houston, TX) *NACDL MEMBER
James Smith (Windermere, FL)
Tim Zerillo (Portland, ME) *NACDL MEMBER

CLE Information

NACDL is an accredited provider of CLE in all states requiring mandatory CLE Training. NACDL will apply for at least 14.50 credit hours in every state requiring pre-approval. Approved hours for each state will be identified at the seminar. Some states, IL, GA, NC, NE, NM, PA, SC, TN and UT require additional fees by the attendee in order to receive credit.

Hotel

Sheraton Grand Hotel
1400 6th Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98101

Phone Reservations: 1-800-325-3535
Online Reservations: https://book.passkey.com/e/50725363
Group rate: $239 + tax - TRADITIONAL ROOMS, $279 + tax - DELUXE ROOMS (expires July 3, 2024).
Please mention NACDL to receive applicable disount rate. Group rate is available from Wednesday, July 24 through Sunday, July 28.
Rooms/discounted group rates are not guaranteed once the block has been filled.  

GOVERNMENT PER DIEM ROOMS
A limited number of rooms at government per diem rate are currently available for NACDL Public Defender Members. For more information, please contact  Akvile Athanason at aathanason@nacdl.org.

Sponsorship and Exhibits

Disclaimer: NACDL does not necessarily endorse or guarantee the quality, applicability, or discounts of the products and/or services of its exhibitors. Users of these products and/or services do so at their sole discretion and NACDL assumes no responsibility for them.

We are currently SOLD OUT of exhibit booth space. Please note that NACDL is working with the hotel and Fire Marshall to secure more space. Please contact NACDL's Sales and Marketing Manager Jason Petty at jpetty@nacdl.org or call (202) 465-7637 for more details on our wait list.

Sponsor/Exhibit Prospectus

NACDL would like to thank the following sponsors, exhibitors, and affinity partners for their support and contributions:

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Exhibitors:

BluShark Digital
Casefile Connect
Complete Equity Markets, Inc.
Convert It Marketing
Cornerstone Discovery
evolveVoucher
Fat Pencil Studio
Filevine
Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc.
Hona
Intoxalock
JusticeText
National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA)
Reduct.Video
RizeUp Media
SMB Team
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Scholarships

NACDL offers a variety of scholarships for this event ranging from partially discounted to fully funded. Each type of scholarship has different application requirements. To apply for any of the following scholarships, please follow the instructions for that specific scholarship.

OPTION 1: Needs Based Scholarships

Based on need, scholarships are available to NACDL members for up to 50% off the standard seminar fee of $429. Approved recipients are responsible for the remainder of the tuition fee, which is $215 (all other expenses are not included). The reduced scholarship fee includes seminar tuition, admission to all evening social events, and downloadable seminar materials. Travel, hotel, and other costs are not included.

OPTION 2: Amy Seidman Memorial Scholarships

In memory of long-time NACDL member Amy Seidman, who prematurely passed away in 2003, a special fund was established by the Foundation for Criminal Justice for financially needy NACDL members to attend the Annual Meeting. Five scholarships are available to include seminar tuition, admission to all evening social events, and materials. Travel, hotel, and other costs are not included.

To Apply: Prepare and e-mail a letter of no more than two pages explaining the reason why you believe you should receive the grant to: NACDL Senior Director of Events Akvile Athanason, at aathanason@nacdl.org.
All applications must be submitted before registering for the seminar and received by June 26, 2024.

NACDL MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR NEEDS-BASED AND AMY SEIDMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS.

OPTION 3: Public Defense Scholarships

As a result of generous grant funding, NACDL is able to offer scholarship assistance to public defense providers to attend this NACDL training program. Scholarships will be awarded in the form of full or partial reimbursement of the registration costs of the program. Limited travel reimbursement stipends may also be awarded to qualifying individuals to help defray the costs of travel and lodging.
Completed public defense scholarship applications should be emailed to: PDTScholarship@nacdl.org 

Apply for a Public Defense Scholarship  

Pricing

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CANCELLATIONS: There is a $75 cancellation fee. Cancellations must be received in writing via e-mail to cancel@nacdl.org by 5:30 pm E.T. Friday, July 19, 2024, to receive a refund, less the cancellation fee. No refunds can be issued after the cancellation deadline.

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