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CAN'T ATTEND NACDL'S 2026 DEFENDING MODERN DRUG CASES SEMINAR IN LAS VEGAS?
Register now to watch it remotely LIVE via Stream - and SAVE ON TRAVEL COSTS!
Criminal drug prosecutions are once again increasing and coming back with a force — the fight is on! If you defend persons accused of drug offenses, now is the time to sharpen your skills and prepare for battle in today’s increasingly complex criminal legal system.
Over three immersive days, you’ll gain practical insights you can immediately put to work in your next case—while connecting with experienced defenders from across the country and building a powerful national referral network. It’s high-level training, real-world strategy, and invaluable networking, all in one of the most electric settings in the country.
Whether you’re a seasoned trial lawyer or gearing-up for your next major drug case, this seminar will elevate your practice and prepare you for success in the courtroom.
Don’t just get ready—get ahead!
LOCATION: Livestreaming Online
DATES: October 22-24, 2026
CLE Credit: This livestream is approved for approx. 12 - 14.4 hours of CLE credits depending on the state, where applicable. Approval is not guaranteed for all states and jurisdictions.
This livestream is eligible for credit in the following states: Alabama (pending), Alaska (12), Arizona (12), Connecticut (12), Florida (pending), Georgia (pending) Hawaii (12), Illinois (pending), Maryland (12), Massachusetts (12), Michigan (12), New Hampshire (12), New Mexico (pending), Pennsylvania (pending) South Dakota (12), Tennessee (pending), Utah (pending), Vermont (12), Washington (pending), Wisconsin (pending), Wyoming (pending).
NOTE: All Livestream registrations are final and non-refundable.
Agenda
The program agenda and faculty are subject to change.
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | |
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| LIVE Event Time | PRESENTATION |
| 1:45 pm | Welcome, Introductions, Announcements – NACDL President C. Missy Owen (Charlotte, NC), Drug Program Co-Chairs John Arrascada (Reno, NV), Carmen Roe (Houston, TX), Ian M. Wallach (Los Angeles, CA), and Tim Zerillo (Portland, ME) |
| 1:55 pm | Client Intake Interviews: The Start of a Wonderful Relationship – Steven B. Epstein (Garden City, NY) |
| 2:55 pm | Bail & Detention – Jennifer L. Falk (Dallas, TX) |
| 4:10 pm | RICO SUAVE: How to Be Cool When Defending Drug RICOs and Conspiracies – Catherine Turner (Minneapolis, MN) |
| 5:10 pm | US v. Hemani: Guns, Drugs, the Second Amendment, and Criminal Defense – Zachary Newland (Evergreen, CO) |
| 6:10 pm | Drug Seminar Adjourns for the Day |
| Friday, October 23, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 2:00 pm | Pre-Trial Issues & Creative Motions – Michael P. Heiskell (Fort Worth, TX) |
| 3:00 pm | Preparing Your Cross-Examination for Snitches in Drug Cases – Erin K. Taylor (Charlotte, NC) |
| 4:15 pm | "It's You, It's Not Me": Ethical Issues and Terminating the Attorney-Client Relationship – Susan E. Williams (Summerville, SC) |
| 5:15 pm | Money for Nothing: Forfeiture and Restitution – Steven L. Kessler (Harrison, NY) |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 11:45 am |
Defending Inside the Virtual Panopticon: License Plate Readers, Artificial Intelligence, and the Drug Case After Chatrie – Jonathan M. Brayman (Chicago, IL) |
| 12:45 pm | Drug Proceeds: Money Laundering and Unlicensed Money Transmitting – Diego Weiner (Miami, FL) |
| 2:00 pm | Beyond the Guidelines: Effective Sentencing Advocacy in Federal Drug Cases – Peter Johnson (Redondo Beach, CA) |
| 3:00 pm | Exposing the Truth Behind the Flawed Science of Cell Location Data Analysis – Manny Arora (Atlanta, GA) and Andrew Garrett (Orlando, FL) |
Faculty
- Manny Arora (Atlanta, GA)
- Jonathan M. Brayman (Chicago, IL) *NACDL LIFE MEMBER
- Steven B. Epstein (Garden City, NY) *NACDL MEMBER
- Jennifer L. Falk (Dallas, TX) *NACDL MEMBER
- Andrew Garrett (Orlando, FL) *NACDL MEMBER
- Michael P. Heiskell (Fort Worth, TX) *NACDL LIFE MEMBER
- Peter Johnson (Redondo Beach, CA) *NACDL MEMBER
- Steven L. Kessler (Harrison, NY) *NACDL MEMBER
- Zachary Newland (Evergreen, CO) *NACDL LIFE MEMBER
- Erin K. Taylor (Charlotte, NC) *NACDL MEMBER
- Catherine Turner (Minneapolis, MN) *NACDL MEMBER
- Diego Weiner (Miami, FL) *NACDL MEMBER
- Susan E. Williams (Summerville, SC) *NACDL MEMBER
Pricing
Members of NACDL enjoy exclusive registration rates for Livestreaming our seminars.
| LIVESTREAM Fees | |
|---|---|
| NACDL MEMBERS: Regular, Life, President's Club and Sustaining Members | $299 |
| NACDL MEMBERS: Public Defender, Associate, Investigator, Professor, New Lawyer, International and Military | $209 |
| Non-Members: Private Practitioners | $349 |
| Non-Member Public Defenders | $219 |
IMPORTANT NOTE: All registrations for remote Livestream participation are final and non-refundable.
Code of Conduct
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