On October 13-16, 2021, DRI hosted its annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts. The meeting consisted of dedicated networking time, keynote speakers, live workshops, and the inauguration of partner Douglas Burrell as 2021-22 DRI President. Partner Taylor Poncz was one of three speakers for a workshop titled "The New Age: Mastering Social Media in the 21st Century." The workshop discussed the impact social media has had on self-marketing and firm marketing and how the legal industry can capitalize on its influence to increase exposure and networking opportunities. Partner Melody Kiella, alongside Roy D. Prather, III of Beveridge & Diamond PC, presented a podcast workshop, educating ... Continue Reading
Financial Services Group at 2021 Common Ground Alliance Conference
Brian Moore and Ken O'Rorke, of Drew Eckl & Farnham's Financial Services and Recovery Group, recently exhibited at the 2021 Common Ground Alliance Conference in Orlando, Florida. DEF’s national collections and recovery platform ranges from traditional internal collection methods to a full litigation approach, allowing clients the ability to streamline collection activity and maximize your return on investment. The result is a full-service approach that reduces overhead, vendor management costs, and compliance risks. About the Common Ground Alliance: Established in 2000, CGA is committed to saving lives and preventing damage to North American underground infrastructure ... Continue Reading
LISTEN NOW: New Podcast Episode of The Mother Board
This week we celebrate the impending DRI Presidency of our partner, friend, and mentor Douglas Burrell at the DRI Annual Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts. DRI is one of the largest civil defense organizations in the world and Douglas's presidency reflects years of hard work to achieve this tremendous accomplishment. Joining us this week are Karen Karabinos, Lara Ortega Clark, and Elissa Haynes. Also joining us is a very special guest, Lori Johnson, who happens to be Douglas's wife. She is also tremendously successful in her own right as the main female news anchor at WMAZ TV in Macon, Georgia. This week we discuss our experiences at the annual meeting thus far, the benefits of DRI ... Continue Reading
Patrick Ewing Recognized by Atlanta Legal Aid Society for Pro Bono Work
On October 28th, General Liability Senior Associate Patrick Ewing will be receiving a Pro Bono Star Award by the Atlanta Legal Aid Society for his work with a pro bono client. He will be awarded at a virtual event recognizing the organization's volunteers and their work in the metro Atlanta area. Patrick's representation included assistance and advocacy on behalf of a client and her child with respect to special education services. Prior to joining Drew Eckl & Farnham, Patrick practiced at a boutique litigation firm in Baltimore, Maryland, where he represented contractors and condominium associations involved in a wide array of legal disputes. Patrick negotiated, ... Continue Reading
DEF Attorneys to Attend 2021 DRI Annual Meeting in Boston
In two short weeks, 10 Drew Eckl & Farnham attorneys will travel to Boston, Massachusetts to attend the 2021 Defense Research Institute (DRI) Annual Meeting. Partner Douglas Burrell will be sworn in as the 2021 - 2022 DRI President, and Partners Melody Kiella and Taylor Poncz with each be leading workshops. Melody Kiella will co-present alongside Roy D. Prather, III of Beveridge & Diamond PC at a workshop about podcasts: "Lawyers and law firms are utilizing podcasts to educate, inform, and market their areas of expertise to the masses. Podcasts are also being utilized to create a safe place where lawyers can learn how to navigate common struggles and issues they ... Continue Reading
Elissa Haynes to Speak at CLE Seminar on Post-Pandemic Judicial System
Partner Elissa Haynes will be a panelist on the CLE seminar titled "Where Do We Go From Here? The Post Pandemic Judicial System" on October 7th, 2021. The seminar will be a roundtable discussion with plaintiff attorneys, defense attorneys, and judges reflecting on changes the civil justice system has experienced since the beginning of the pandemic and how attorneys can incorporate these changes to improve the system moving forward. The panel will primarily focus on how in-court proceedings have changed with the regular use of Zoom, virtual jury selections, audio/visual technical difficulties, and more. Attorneys attending will be rewarded 3 CLE hours including 3 trial hours. Mike Roth ... Continue Reading
Javier Gonzalez to Co-Host Business Development Webinar for Latino Community Fund
International Counsel Javier Gonzalez will speak at a webinar titled "Pasos Para Formalizar Tu Negocio" ("Steps on How to Formalize Your Business") on September 9th at 5pm. The webinar will cover a range of topics such as the following: How to register your businessIdentify appropriate legal structure for your companyApply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)Get federal and state tax IDsApply for a business license and permits (if applicable) The webinar is hosted by the Georgia Latino Community Fund (LCF Georgia), a non-profit membership organization capable as both a philanthropic intermediary and direct service organization working with the Latinx/Hispanic community in ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham to Sponsor 2021 State Board of Workers’ Compensation Annual Educational Conference
Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to be a sponsor of the 2021 State Board of Workers' Compensation (SBWC) Annual Educational Conference, which will be held virtually this year on August 30th and 31st! Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to sponsor this year's event, which will be held virtually on August 30th and 31st. DEF Partners Jim Anderson, Julie John, Mike Bagley, and Taylor Poncz will all be in attendance. Bagley will participate in a live Appellate Division Oral Argument and moderate the panel for the first part of the ethics session: “Legends from Legends,” Poncz will moderate the second panel for the ethics session, and John will speak on the Case Law Update panel with ... Continue Reading
Taylor Poncz to Present at Georgia Workers’ Compensation Association Fall Conference
Partner Taylor S. Poncz will speak on Monday, September 20, 2021 at the Georgia Workers' Compensation Association (GWCA) Fall Conference at The Classic Center in Athens, Georgia. Taylor, alongside three other attorneys, will present "Legal Challenges Presented with COVID-19." For more information, click on the link below. ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Held On-Campus Interviews at Florida A&M University for the First Time
On July 26, Drew Eckl & Farnham participated in on-campus interviews at Florida A&M University (FAMU). FAMU is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top public historically black college or university in the nation and, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we are excited to expand our pipeline with candidates from this school. Senior Associates Anelise Codrington and Blake Williams and Associate Kendra Talley led the interviews for all the candidates who applied. In addition to FAMU, Drew Eckl & Farnham also participated in on-campus interviews for Southeast Minority Job Fair (2-day), Georgia State University, University of Georgia, Emory, and ... Continue Reading