2017 Winter Meeting March 6 - 10, 2017 Charleston, South Carolina

CHARLESTON Table of Contents

Welcome ...... 4

Historical Overview of Charleston ...... 6 Getting There ...... 8 Week at a Glance ...... 10 Schedule of Events ...... 12 Continuing Legal Education Programming ...... 18 Restaurant Recommendations ...... 26 Quick Bites Near Belmond Charleston Place ...... 28 Selected Activities on Your Own ...... 29 Your Hosts ...... 30 Registration Form ...... 31 Sponsors ...... 35

Page 3 Welcome to

Charlestonians have been heard to remark that Charleston is where the Ashley and Cooper rivers come together to form the Atlantic Ocean. While there’s no doubt that the statement reflects a bit of dry humor, in the course of planning the Federation’s 2017 Winter Meeting, we’ve found that the pride South Carolinians and Charlestonians have in their state and its oldest city is fully justified. And, we’re here to tell you that everything you’ve heard about Charleston is true! Don’t take our word for it though. Charleston has long been called America’s most historic city and is recognized as a premier destination for its friendly people, prime coastal setting, rich history, beautiful architecture, renowned cuisine, celebrated shopping scene, and flourishing arts community. Recently, readers of Travel + Leisure magazine voted Charleston the World’s Best City in the 2016 World’s Best Awards. Charleston is the first U.S. city to earn the ranking, though for the fourth consecutive year, the readers of Travel + Leisure ranked the Charleston area the Number 1 City in the U.S. and Canada. In addition, the 2016 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards ranked Charleston the Number 1 small city destination in the U.S. for the sixth consecutive year. Having just emerged from a multimillion-dollar upgrade, the Belmond Charleston Place hotel is just as fabulous. Located at the very heart of downtown Charleston, in the historic district and within walking distance of many of the city’s major attractions and outstanding restaurants, the Belmond Charleston Place makes every guest feel part of this great southern city. The hotel is home to all the amenities that our members appreciate, including a full spa, state of the art health club, heated rooftop pool, and The Club – a private concierge level. The Charleston Grill, one of the best restaurants in the city, makes its home in the hotel as do a number of beautiful boutiques, including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, L’Occitane, Kate Spade, St. John, and Tommy Bahama. In addition, Charleston Place features the recently expanded Thoroughbred Club and the hotel’s new sports bar, Meeting at Market. Just across the street is the Riviera Theater, Charleston Place’s beautifully restored art deco movie theater, which will be the scene of several of our events. Perhaps best of all, we will be the only conference at the hotel. In response to membership surveys, the 2017 Winter Meeting will be a day and a half shorter than what has been the recent norm, and it will be our first domestic meeting not held at a resort location. These two factors have ne- cessitated a few changes to some of the traditional events, but rest assured we have packed our days and nights with quality offerings to bring you the same value you have come to expect. Also, if you plan to come in earlier or stay later, perhaps for golf or a visit to one of the barrier islands, please note that while we have negotiated a fantastic rate at Charleston Place, it is dramatically higher outside our room block allocation. So, please do plan accordingly. Our Welcome Reception will kick the conference off on the evening of Monday, March 6th with cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres at The William Aiken House. Located three-quarters of a mile from Charleston Place, William Aiken House, a National Historic Landmark, is an 1807 Federal Adamesque wood-framed house with a classic two-story piazza and beautiful grounds. Its charm and sophistication make it the perfect place to welcome you to Charleston. You can conclude your evening here or make Aiken House your meeting point before heading off to one of Charleston’s many great restaurants.

Page 4 Dine-Around Night, Tuesday, March 7th, is your best opportunity to get out on the town for a visit to one of Charleston’s heralded restaurants, and the Federation convention team will be booking tables at a number of our favorite places. You’ll have the opportunity to sign up for a spot at one of those once you arrive in Charleston or you can make your own plans. Be aware, though, that you’ll need to make restaurant reservations well in advance. Even at lunch, we’ve seen very long lines at some of the hottest spots. The traditional Dessert Party will follow that evening, but expect a few fun twists. Join us Wednesday night, March 8th, as we gather to honor our President and First Lady, Mills and Carol Anne Gallivan. The Bow Tie Ball brings back this fun concept from the 2010 Annual Meeting in Munich, which was chaired by Mills and Carol Anne. This lovely dinner dance will feature the Voltage Brothers, a well-known, old school Southern party band. And, in a nod to Mills and his penchant for bow ties, attire for gentleman is the tuxedo with colorful bow ties highly encouraged. On our final evening, Thursday, March 9th, we’ll make a short trip across the peninsula to Lowndes Grove Plantation for our Lowcountry Oyster Roast and Seafood Boil. At Lowndes Grove, we’ll be surrounded by beautiful live oak groves and peaceful views of the Ashley River as we enjoy a relaxing and elegantly casual evening of seafood and modern takes on classic Southern dishes. Circa 1786, Lowndes Grove Plantation is the city of Charleston’s last great waterfront estate. As we wrap up the week’s social events, we’re quite confident you’ll be thinking about your next trip to Charleston. Of course, we’ll keep you busy with plenty of enjoyable outings during the days as well. Get your bearings at the beginning of the week with a walking tour or carriage ride led by one of Charleston’s licensed tour guides. The Tour Guide Training Manual is a jam-packed 500-page tome. Guides are tested on its contents and then required to undergo a field exam. We’ve also arranged a few tours that offer a bit more than what the average tourist sees. These include a visit Behind the Scenes at Drayton Hall, an Excursion to Middleton Place, tours of the Nathaniel Russell and Edmondston-Alston Houses, and an expedition to the Civil War submarine H.L. Hunley (specially selected for the spouses who don’t knit). Though it’s hard to do in Charles- ton, if you need a break from history, you can enjoy our Charleston Art Gallery Tour or the King Street Shopping Outing. Clark Hudson has planned an outstanding program for you. The Honorable Alex Sanders, one of the FDCC highest rated speakers ever, will welcome us to Charleston, and the Trial Masters Program will kick off the continuing education program at the Riviera Theater. This year’s Federation Trial Masters will be demonstrating voir dire and opening statement techniques in front of a mock jury of Millennials, all equipped with real-time polling devices. The plenary program features segments on reptile theory developments, the latest technology strategy, impactful closing arguments, responding to active shooter scenarios, and the legal and social aftermath of the shooting that took place on June 17, 2015 at Charleston’s Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Of course, our sections have been hard at work preparing stimulating presentations for their meetings as well. Clark closes out the meeting on Friday morning with two highly inspirational speakers. Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popaditch, USMC (Ret.), a recipient of the Silver Star and the author of Once a Marine, will share his leadership lessons from the battlefield and provide his unique insights on dealing with adversity. Then, Canadian Supreme Court Justice, the Honorable Rosalie Abella will deliver our keynote address. Justice Abella, often regarded as one of Canada’s national treasures, was born in a displaced persons camp in Germany in the aftermath of World War II and rose from those very humble beginnings to serve as a Justice of Canada’s highest court. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to hear Justice Abella speak. Finally, we would be remiss, if we failed to mention that it has been our privilege to work with Mills and Carol Anne Gallivan, Clark and Debbie Hudson, and all of our FDCC staff on the planning of this meeting for you. We offer our thanks to all of them and a special thanks to Dick Caldwell and Gloria Matyszyk for some of the very fine photographs reproduced herein. We look forward to seeing you in Charleston! Lee and Michael Scott Convention Chairs

Page 5 Historical Overviewof of

hen colonists settl d on the Charleston peninsula in 1680, an urban development plan called the Grand Model established an orderly grid of streets with narrow lots to maximize space within the city� walls. It is fun to wander and discover but difficult o get lost in the Historic District. In 1669, under the leadership of Captain Joseph West, three port in North America for exporting, and an economic boom vessels; the Carolina, the Port Royal and the Albemarle set their surged across the colony. sights on America. Unfortunately, a severe storm separated the three ships, wrecked the Port Royal and forced the Carolina Colonists found out early that the New World had its share of to land in Bermuda. The following spring, 150 English colonists, troubles and danger as the coastal town endured a smallpox indentured servants and slaves finally sailed into the Charleston epidemic, a fire which destroyed a third of the colony, including harbor. 300 houses and a great number of stores in just four hours, a plague among the cattle, yellow fever and several major The first view of what would become the new colony of Carolina hurricanes. Disasters continued to ravage the city with fires in came in March 1670 at Bull’s Island. The travelers landed on 1740, 1796, 1838 and 1861. a promising location they christened Albemarle Point in April 1670. The Lords Proprietors soon flattered their king, Charles II, The philosophy of early Charles Town was based on religious by insisting the settlement be named Charles Town in his honor. tolerance and it was believed that with this attitude the Enemies of the colony included the French, the Spanish, hostile settlement would increase in numbers and profitability. The Indian tribes and pirates. Disease was also rampant due to poor second charter guaranteed religious freedom. The openness sanitation and an inhospitable location. towards religion brought French Huguenots, Baptists (known then as Anabaptists), Congregationalists and Presbyterians. Early Additional settlers arrived from Barbados in February 1671. By in the next century, 12 Scottish families withdrew to form the 1672, the expanding settlement recognized the advantages of Scots Kirk, now the First Scots Presbyterian Church. A Jewish relocating across the river on the peninsula called “Oyster Point” congregation formed in 1750, followed shortly by a Lutheran because of the mounds of opened and discarded oyster shells Church and a Methodist assembly. The first Roman Catholic left there by the Kiawah Indians. This piece of land soon attracted mass was held in Charleston in 1786. Because of the tolerance settlers because of its strategic location between the Cooper and toward religious diversity, Charleston became known as “The Ashley Rivers. By the late 1670s, the proprietors sought to avoid Holy City.” the narrow, twisting streets of European cities by using the classical continental street plan. Charles Town became the first American The Revolutionary War brought to a close Charleston’s Golden city where streets were laid out in “broad and . . . straight lines.” Age. In 1776, a British fleet carrying 270 guns failed to take Colonel William Moultrie’s palmetto fort on Sullivan’s Island. In With its many wharves along East Bay Street, Charles Town 1778, the British attacked again, coming by land from Savannah. became a busy seaport. Ships carrying raw materials, deer skins, The city held, but much of the surrounding countryside was put rice, indigo, and eventually cotton were exported to England to the torch. The British took control and Charles Town was and commerce was born. Ships returned heavy with staples and occupied by England from 1780 to 1782. By 1783, Charles Town luxuries of Europe which lent a cosmopolitan air to the growing had been reborn as Charleston. community. Even in its infancy, Charleston had the reputation of being a “Little London” in the semi-tropic wilds of the New In the late 1700s, plantations harvested such crops as indigo World. By 1740, Charles Town was becoming the most critical (a blue dye) and rice. Long staple cotton was grown on John’s

Page 6 “Strangers who visit the city have to hunt up traces of the earthquake, very few of which remain. Charleston has once more risen from her ashes.” As a result of the earthquake, iron rods were run through the interiors of buildings and fastened to the exterior walls to protect them from future quakes. Today, these round and star-shaped bolts remain visible on many homes and commercial buildings. By the early 1900s, Charleston was once again a cultural center. In 1901, the South Carolina Interstate and West Indian Exposition was brought to Charleston. In the 1920s, Island and James Island. Prosperity from an agrarian society was mixed the Charleston Renaissance was formed with authors with great interest in cultural affairs. In May of 1791, President George Josephine Pinckney, Dubose Heyward and John Bennett Washington toured the States and came to Charleston where he slept expressing their adoration for Charleston. Preservation in the Heyward Washington House on Church Street, entertained at efforts were firmly in place by the 1940s, allowing Charleston the Old Exchange Building and ate in The Long Room at McCrady’s. to adapt her old buildings to retain their charm, distinction By 1860, Charleston lay divided concerning States Rights. The Ordi- and tradition. nance of Secession was signed in December of that year. On April With a rich 300-year history, Charleston today is America’s 12, 1861, Confederate troops issued the first shots of the Civil War most beautifully preserved architectural and historical when they fired upon Fort Sumter, successfully driving out the federal treasure. The city’s past is a testament to the spirit and forces. In June 1862, federal troops began their first attempt to capture tenacity of its citizens. Its appeal has been described Charleston when they landed on James Island just southeast of the city. as a “living museum.” As we arrive in Charleston for the The Battle of Secessionville occurred when over 6,000 massed Union Federation’s 2017 Winter Meeting, we find the city in the troops launched an assault across a peninsula where 500 Confederate midst of a new golden age. soldiers with cannons waited. Federal troops suffered 700 casualties; Confederates about 200. But, Union forces remained determined to seize Charleston. During the summer of 1863 in battles around the city and at Gettysburg, Charlestonians were killed or wounded by the hundreds. On July 18, 1863, the first regiment of African-American soldiers officially recognized by the U.S. Army led a bloody assault of The Charm the Fort Wagner at Morris Island. The valor displayed by the 59th Mas- sachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment that day inspired the movie The 14kt. gold charm for the 2017 Winter Meeting is a “Glory” and changed the way the Union viewed black soldiers. The well-known symbol of Charleston, the Charleston Single Union bombardment of Charleston was sporadic until January 1864 House. Single houses generally have two or more floors when some 1,500 shots were fired from Morris Island causing many with the narrow end facing the street and porches on one fires. In early 1865, General William Sherman crossed the Savannah side, known locally as piazzas. Access is gained via a door River, but aimed at Columbia not Charleston because he believed the off the street into the ground floor piazza and entry into port city had lost its influence and was already, according to him, “a the house is by a door off the piazza. Influenced by homes mere desolated wreck . . . hardly worth the time to starve it out.” on Barbados, these houses developed as a practical way of building on long narrow lots and in response to the climate. Following the Civil War, Charlestonians were too poor to remodel, Piazzas are generally located on the south or west sides of giving rise to the old saying, “Too poor to paint, too proud to a house to catch breezes, provide shade for the house and whitewash.” So, the city simply adapted her old buildings. Then, in 1886 give residents outdoor living space. Affording privacy to the a major earthquake rocked Charleston damaging more than 2,000 neighboring piazza, traditionally there are fewer windows on buildings. More than 100 buildings were declared unsafe and pulled the side of the house opposite the piazza. This is referred to down. A total of 110 people died as a result of this natural disaster. as “north side manners.” Within a year of the 1886 earthquake, proud Charlestonians boasted: Page 7 Getting There

Hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and checkout time is 12:00 ToMEETING secure your REGISTRATION preferred excursions and hotel accommoda- p.m. Attendees arriving before check-in time will be accom- tions, we strongly encourage you to register and make hotel modated as soon as a room becomes available. reservations by Monday, January 30th. Registration and excursion fees will be charged at the time of registration. Should Reservations may be made directly with the hotel by calling you decide to add excursions on site or after your registration, Reservations at 1-800-831-3490; be sure to mention FDCC to accommodations will be made as space is available. This meet- receive our group rate. You may also reserve your room online ing brochure and registration form can be found on the FDCC using the link provided on the FDCC website. To guarantee website, www.thefederation.org. the FDCC group rate rooms must be reserved by February You may register: 1, 2017. Online: www.thefederation.org. click on the 2017 Should you wish to extend your stay, the FDCC group rate will Winter Meeting banner apply three days prior and three days after the official program By FAX: send completed form with credit card dates of March 6–10, 2017 based on hotel availability, which is information, including security code to (630) 563-9181. limited. By Mail: send completed form with check or credit card The hotel offers the Club Level, available by private access only. information, including security code to: It is located on the top two floors of the hotel featuring stun- ning views of the historic city skyline. The dedicated staff of the FDCC 2017 Winter Meeting sophisticated and cosmopolitan two-story Club Lounge serves 275 N. York St., Suite 401 complimentary all-day food and beverage, including exten- Elmhurst, IL 60126 sive continental breakfast, afternoon tea service, evening hors If you have any difficulty registering, please email our Meeting d’oeuvres and full bar selection, followed by nightly cordials Planner, Regina Legoo at [email protected]. and desserts.

VISA,CREDIT MasterCard CARD and INFORMATION American Express will be accepted for MostTRAVEL airlines fly into Charleston International Airport (CHS), convention registration as well as all excursion fees. An $85 which is located 12.3 miles from the Belmond Charleston discount will be allowed for payment by check. Place. Airport Shuttles and Taxis are available and located on the lower level outside baggage claim. You should not need a car unless you plan an excursion off WeCANCELLATION hope you will not need POLICY to cancel or ask for a refund once you the peninsula. Rental car companies located inside the airport register, however, we realize that trial schedules and last minute terminal in the Rental Car Pavilion are Avis, Budget, Enterprise, emergencies may require cancellation. Please be advised of the Hertz and National. For reservations, contact the preferred Board approved refund policy noted on the registration form. firm by phone or online.

TheHOTEL Belmond INFORMATION Charleston Place Hotel is located at 205 Meeting DIRECTIONS Street in the very heart of downtown Charleston within the his- DIRECTIONS FROM CHARLESTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT toric district. Guest and valet parking is available and can be ac- Head west toward Air Park Road. Take a slight left onto Termi- cessed two ways. Heading south on Meeting Street, one parking nal Blvd. and continue onto International Blvd. for two miles. entranceway is located on the right just before Market Street. Then turn left onto W. Montague Avenue. In less than a mile The parking area can also be accessed from Hasell Street, head- turn right onto I-26E toward Charleston and continue for 7 ing south on Meeting Street, turn right onto Hasell Street and miles. Then take exit 221B on the left for Meeting Street, to- within that block, the entranceway to parking will be on your left. ward the Visitor Center. Turn right onto Meeting Street and continue for 1.3 miles. Belmond Charleston Place Hotel will be on your right. Guest parking can be accessed on Meeting Street; AllHOTEL FDCC RESERVATIONSmembers are encouraged to book their room the entranceway is located on the right just before the hotel. reservations early. We anticipate our block of rooms filling up quickly. Run of the house rooms are available at $280.00 single/ DIRECTIONS FROM HIGHWAY 17 NORTH double occupancy. A limited number of club level king room and Take Highway 17 South toward Charleston. You will cross over one bedroom suites are also available at a discounted rate. Please the Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge onto the Charleston peninsula. let the reservation agent know your preference when you call. Take the second exit onto Meeting Street toward the Visitor

Center. Travel down Meeting Street for 1.8 miles. Belmond Rates are subject to state and local taxes which total 13.5%. Charleston Place hotel will be on your right. Guest parking Children under 18 years of age may share the same room with can be accessed on Meeting Street; the entranceway is located parents at no additional charge. Please note roll-away beds are on the right just before the hotel. not available.

Page 8 DIRECTIONS FROM HIGHWAY17 SOUTH Take Highway 17 North toward Charleston. You will cross over the Ashley River onto the Charleston peninsula. Continue on Highway17 and take a slight right onto Cannon Street. In 0.3 miles turn right onto Rutledge Avenue. In 0.4 miles turn left onto Calhoun Street and follow for 0.4 miles. Then turn right onto Meeting Street. Belmond Charleston Place Hotel is on your right. Guest parking can be accessed on Meeting Street; the entranceway is located on the right just before the hotel.

TheWEATHER month of March is characterized by rising daily high temperatures, with daily highs increasing from 66°F to 72°F over the course of the month, exceeding 82°F or dropping below 54°F only one day in ten. Daily low temperatures range from 45°F to 51°F, falling below 33°F or exceeding 62°F only one day in ten. This is a coastal city, and accordingly, rain is always a possibility. Since this is an FDCC meeting, we highly recommend coming well-prepared for wet weather.

CharlestonWHAT TO is a WEARtown of considerable history, and if the streets could talk they would say, “Wear sensible shoes.” Streets around town range from cobblestone to smooth pavement, and the roots of oak trees have been known to make sidewalks uneven. So please bring comfortable walking shoes that allow you to feel steady and comfortable under any circumstances.

WALKING TOURS, CARRIAGE RIDES, HOME TOURS, PLANTATION TOURS, SHOPPING: Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended along with a hat.

WELCOME RECEPTION AT WILLIAM AIKEN HOUSE: This beautiful and historic home calls for casual cocktail attire (like our traditional evening cocktail receptions). If you’re just arriving from a long day of travel, though, then please come as you are.

DINE AROUND: Please consult the website for the dress code of your selected restaurant. Charlestonians tend to dress up a bit when they go out on the town. Those who get off the cruise ships – well, not so much.

PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION AND BOW TIE BALL: Attire for gentlemen is tuxedo or dinner jacket, but don’t be constrained by black tie. Colorful bow ties are encouraged; have a little fun with this. Ladies should wear evening attire.

LOWCOUNTRY OYSTER ROAST AND SEAFOOD BOIL: Have fun and pull out your elegantly casual SOUTHERN garb. Here are a few fun starter ideas . . . Ladies: “The Preppy Dress”, khakis, the oxford cloth blouse, comfortable flats, pearls, anything monogrammed, etc. Gentlemen: sweaters tied around shoulders, loafers without socks, boat shoes, anything seersucker, khakis, needle point belts, your most comfortable polo, the striped oxford cloth button down, etc.

Still need help? Check out the Ben Silver or M. Dumas websites or grab a copy of Garden & Gun, a Charleston-based magazine that’s said to be the soul of the South. www.bensilver.com www.mdumasandsons.com www.gardenandgun.com

Page 9 FRI THUR WED TUES MON SUN 10 MAR 9 MAR 8 MAR 7 MAR 6 MAR 5 MAR Fun Run Charleston Admissions 6:45am -8:00am Drop-off & Youth Children 12:30pm 7:30am - Drop-off & Youth Children 12:30pm 7:30am -

Administrative Meetings

Civil Practices Emp Rights Budget Finance & 7:30am -10:30am

Drop-off Children &Youth Prof Law & Constr Tactics & Trial Action Class 7:30am -12:30pm Liability Sites

Substantive SectionMeetings Substantive SectionMeetings Energy Disability Health & Care, Life, Health- Bylaws 7:30am -8:30am 7:30 -8:30am

Biotech Device & Drug Mgt Practice Law Contractual Extra- Page 10 Masters inMarketing (Invitation Only) 8:00am -6:30pm Liability & Security Premises Coverage Insurance Yoga 9:00am 8:00am - Practice Int’l Substantive SectionMeetings

7:30 -8:30am Env Law & Toxic Torts IP & 10:00am 8:30am - Liability Products Trans & Breakfast State Reps P&O/ MDR/ Commercial Meeting & ADR Litigation

Registration Law Appellate Registration 12:00pm 9:00am - Yoga 9:00am 8:00am - Yoga 9:00am 8:00am - 11:30am 9:00am -

Insurance & Cyber Privacy Breach, Data & Guest Spouse Meeting Board Foundation 9:00-10:30 Registration Hospitality 10:30am 9:30am - 12:00pm 9:00am - Part I Program Plenary General Sessions 9:00am -12:00pm 11:00am 9:30am -

Meeting Committee Fundraising Foundation 11:00am 10:00am - 10:30-12:00 Part I Part I 8:30-9:30 9:00-9:50 Walking Tour Historical Part II 12:00pm 10:00am-

Opening/General Sessions Tour Walking Gallery Art Charleston Instruction Demo & Weaving Basket 9:30-10:30 9:50-10:40 10:00am - Rides Carriage 11:30am 10:30am - 12:00pm 10:00am - General Sessions Plenary Program General SessionsPlenary 12:00pm Part II Part II

:0m 12:00pm - 8:30am Plenary Program Plenary

10:30-11:30 11:00-12:00 Meeting &Lunch Directors Board of 11:30am -5:00pm Club Book 12:00pm -2:00pm

11:30am 10:30am - Laboratory Technology Learning Trial Part III Part III 8:30am -12:30pm

Laboratory Technology Learning Trial Registration 12:00pm -2:00pm 1:00pm 11:45am - Davis w/ Dr. the Pan a Flashin Not Just 11:30-12:30 12:00pm -5:00pm Part IV

11:00pm 1:00pm - Program Dinner Drop-off/ Youth Children & Registration 1:30pm -5:30pm 12:30pm -3:00pm Middleton Place Excursion to Administrative Meetings Behind theScenesat Drayton Hall Officer’s 12:30pm -4:30pm 3:30pm 1:30pm - Trial Masters Meeting 1:00pm

Rides Carriage 3:30pm 2:30pm - 12:30pm -3:30pm Expedition H.L. Hunley CLE 3:30pm 2:30pm - Rides Carriage

3:30pm 12:30pm - Waggoner Bob w/Chef Classes Cooking 3:00pm Meeting Executive Committee

Members Reception &New (invitation only) Orientation 6:30pm 5:00pm - Registration 12:30pm -3:30pm Dinner Program Children &Youth 5:30pm -10:30pm 3:30pm 1:30pm - Outing Shopping King St. Waggoner Bob w/Chef Cooking Classes

Russell / Nathaniel Tours Alston Edmondston 4:00pm 2:00pm - Dine Around 5:30pm -6:30pm Market StreetCircle Cocktail Reception at 6:30pm Activities Aiken House Welcome Reception 6:00pm -10:00pm 11:30pm 6:00pm - 6:30pm -10:30pm Plantation Lowndes Grove Roast &SeafoodBoil Oyster Lowcountry Program Dinner & Youth Children Dessert Party Dessert Events 11:00pm 9:30 pm- Social Tie Ball & Bow Reception President’s 11:00pm 6:30pm -

Week at a Glance 12:00pm - 5:00pm 1:00pm 3:00pm 5:30pm - 6:30pm Registration Officer’s Executive Committee Cocktail Reception at Meeting Meeting Market Street Circle

7:30am - 10:30am 9:00am - 9:30am - 10:00am- 10:30am - 2:30pm - Administrative Meetings 8:00am - 6:30pm 11:30am 11:00am 12:00pm 11:30am 11:30am - 5:00pm 1:30pm - 5:30pm 3:30pm 5:30pm - 10:30pm 6:00pm - 10:00pm Admissions Finance & Sites Bylaws Registration Foundation Historical Carriage Board of Directors Registration Carriage Children & Youth Welcome Reception Budget Masters in Marketing Board Walking Tour Rides Meeting & Lunch Rides Dinner Program Aiken House (Invitation Only) Meeting

8:00am - 8:30am - 9:00am - 9:30am - 10:00am - 10:00am - 10:30am - 11:45am - 1:00pm - 1:30pm - 2:30pm - 5:00pm - 9:30 pm - 9:00am 10:00am 12:00pm 10:30am 11:00am 12:00pm 11:30am 1:00pm 11:00pm 3:30pm 3:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 11:00pm Yoga MDR/ Registration Spouse Foundation Charleston Book Not Just Children & Trial Masters Carriage Reception & New Dine Around Dessert Party P&O/ & Guest Fundraising Art Club a Flash in Youth Rides Members State Reps Hospitality Committee Gallery the Pan Drop-off/ Orientation Breakfast Meeting Walking w/ Dr. Dinner (invitation only) Meeting Tour Davis Program

8:30am - 12:00pm 7:30am - 7:30 - 8:30am 8:00am - 9:00am - Opening/General Sessions 12:00pm - 2:00pm 12:30pm - 4:30pm 12:30pm - 1:30pm - 2:00pm - 6:00pm - 6:30pm - 12:30pm Substantive Section Meetings 9:00am 12:00pm Plenary Program 3:30pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 11:30pm 11:00pm 9:00-9:50 9:50-10:40 11:00-12:00 Children Emp Class Energy Extra- Int’l Trans & Yoga Registration Part I Part II Part III Trial Behind the Scenes at Cooking King St. Nathaniel Children President’s & Youth Practices Action Contractual Practice Products Technology Learning Drayton Hall Classes Shopping Russell / & Youth Reception Drop-off & Trial Liability Laboratory w/Chef Outing Edmondston Dinner & Bow Tactics Bob Alston Program Tie Ball Waggoner Tours 9:00am - 12:00pm 7:30am - 7:30am - 8:30am 8:00am - General Sessions 10:00am - 12:30pm Substantive Section Meetings 9:00am Plenary Program 12:00pm 12:00pm - 2:00pm 12:30pm - 3:00pm 12:30pm - 3:30pm 12:30pm -3:30pm 6:30pm - 10:30pm 9:00-10:30 10:30-12:00 Children Civil Constr Health- Drug Premises IP & Yoga Part I Part II Basket Trial Excursion to H.L. Hunley Cooking Classes Lowcountry Oyster & Youth Rights Law & Care, Life, Device & & Security Commercial Weaving Technology Learning Middleton Place Expedition w/Chef Bob Roast & Seafood Boil Drop-off Prof Health & Biotech Liability Litigation Demo & Laboratory Waggoner Lowndes Grove Liability Disability & ADR Instruction Plantation

8:30am - 12:30pm 7:30 - 8:30am General Sessions Plenary Program 6:45am - 8:00am 7:30am - 12:30pm Substantive Section Meetings 8:30-9:30 9:30-10:30 10:30-11:30 11:30-12:30 Charleston Children & Youth Law Insurance Toxic Torts Appellate Data Part I Part II Part III Part IV Fun Run Drop-off Practice Coverage & Law Breach, Mgt Env Law Privacy Administrative CLE Registration Activities Social & Cyber Meetings Events Insurance

Page 11 CHARLESTON Schedule of Events SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2017 of 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration 1:00 p.m. Officer’s Meeting 3:00 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception at Market Street Circle Gather with your FDCC friends for cocktails at the hotel’s Market Street Circle as we kick off our meeting.

MONDAY, MARCH 6, 2017 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast for Administrative Committee Members 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Administrative Meetings 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Masters in Marketing (Invitation Only) 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Registration 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Foundation Board Meeting 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Historical Walking Tour Explore the Holy City’s history, lore and legends in this unique tour with master storyteller Brian Simms. Brian, a native Charlestonian, will guide you on a memorable two-hour walking tour that includes an introduction to some of Charleston’s most celebrated landmarks and hidden gems. Bring your camera and comfortable walking shoes. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Carriage Ride Take a relaxing carriage ride through the Holy City. During this one hour tour, you’ll meander along charming, tree- covered streets while learning about Charleston’s captivating history and pivotal role in our nation’s founding. You’ll see not only the highlights of Charleston’s past but you’ll also delve further into the city and learn about areas not normally seen by typical tourists. Southern Living magazine had this to say about the tour, “After we tried every carriage company in town, Palmetto stood out for its guides’ wit and historical accuracy.” 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Board of Directors Meeting and Lunch 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Registration

Page 12 MONDAY, continued ... 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Spouse & Guest Hospitality Join hosts Carol Anne Carriage Ride Take a relaxing carriage ride through the Gallivan, Lee Farrar, Susan Kreamer, Doreen Myles, Lee Scott and Holy City. During this one hour tour, you’ll meander along Debbie Hudson at this great opportunity for new and returning charming, tree-covered streets while learning about Charleston’s members’ spouses and guests, both male and female, to meet and captivating history and pivotal role in our nation’s founding. You’ll get to know one another. see not only the highlights of Charleston’s past but you’ll also delve further into the city and learn about areas not normally 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. seen by typical tourists. Southern Living magazine had this to say Foundation Fundraising Committee Meeting about the tour, “After we tried every carriage company in town, Palmetto stood out for its guides’ wit and historical accuracy.” 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Charleston Art Gallery Walking Tour The thriving and 5:30 p.m. –10:30 p.m. vibrant art scene in Charleston is a part of its unique identity, Children and Youth Dinner Program contributing greatly to its status as a must-visit destination. Join Registered children are invited to join us for an evening of games, Sandra Erickson, a Charleston interior designer, for Mimosas, movies, arts & crafts, and dinner. Children ages 5 through 11 are orange juice and a Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit as Sandra begins welcome. Other age appropriate and fun activities will be planned your walking tour of some of the best galleries in the city. You for our teenagers age 12 – 16. Elite Nannies of Charleston will may even enjoy a demonstration from a local artist and receive provide supervision. an explanation of their individual approach to a work in progress. 6:00 p.m. –10:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Welcome Reception at the William Aiken House Book Club: Three O’Clock Dinner, by Josephine Kick off the conference with your Federation friends by joining Pinckney Dinner at three o’clock on Sunday is the custom in us for cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres at The William Aiken Charleston and the aristocratic Redcliffs do not deviate. But, their House. Just down King Street from Charleston Place, William long-held traditions of genteel society are challenged over white Aiken House, a National Historic Landmark, is a lovely 1807 damask and crystal in this searing comedy of manners about an Federal Adamesque wood-framed home with a classic two- ill-fated marriage on the eve of World War II. First published story piazza and beautiful grounds. Its charm and sophistication in 1945, the novel took off “with atomic speed,” winning the make it the perfect place to welcome you to Charleston. You can Southern Author’s Award and earning author Josephine Pinckney conclude your evening here or make Aiken House your meeting international fame. Novelist, poet, civic leader and co-founder of point before heading off to one of Charleston’s many great the Poetry Society of South Carolina, Pinckney’s writing is often restaurants. Enjoy the nice three-quarter mile walk or catch a compared to Jane Austen and Edith Wharton. lift on one of the sprinter vans we’ll have running back and forth. Daughter of a prestigious Charleston family and bona fide insider, Pinckney often felt torn between the ties of tradition and the pull of the modern. Deeply rooted in her native city and intensely TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017 proud of her distinguished name, Pinckney nonetheless chafed at the social norms of the southern gentry and rebelled against 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. constraints of proper femininity. Yog a - Relax, restore, and energize with a well-rounded Hatha Vinaysa Flow yoga class, taught by our own Vicki Gaebe, The novel’s fascinating introduction was written by Barbara L. Registered Yoga Teacher. Experience the joy of practicing with Bellows, author of “A Talent For Living: Josephine Pinckney and your fellow members in a class suitable for all levels of yogis. the Charleston Literary Tradition.” Acclaimed writer, historian and native of Charleston, Barbara will join us and share her 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. extraordinary insights on Pinckney, southern literature and Charleston, past and present. Joint P&O, MDR and State Representatives Committees Breakfast Meeting The University of South Carolina Press has kindly set aside paperback copies for us and offered a discounted price of $17 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - just mention FDCC. Books can be purchased over the phone Registration or online. To order, contact Lee Heckle at 803-777-1774. Also available on Amazon. Bring your book for an autograph! Page 13 Schedule of Events continued . . .

TUESDAY, continued ... 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Not Just a Flash in the Pan! A Lunch and Learn with Dr. Susan R. Davis How does menopause really affect women; how long can symptoms last, and what can women do to feel well and optimize their health? Our speaker, Susan R. Davis MBBS, FRACP, PhD, FAHMS is a well-known researcher in this area, President-elect of the International Menopause Society, and spouse of member Chris Rodd. 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Children and Youth Drop-off/Dinner Program Registered children are invited to join us for games, movies, arts & crafts, lunch, and dinner. In the evening, the kids will experience a pirate treasure hunt complete with baubles and bounty. All children ages 5 through 11 are welcome. Other age-appropriate and fun activities will be planned for our teenagers, age 12 – 16. Elite Nannies of Charleston will provide supervision. 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Trial Masters Program 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Carriage Ride Take a relaxing carriage ride through the Holy City. During this one hour tour, you’ll meander along charming, tree- covered streets while learning about Charleston’s captivating history and pivotal role in our nation’s founding. You’ll see not only the highlights of Charleston’s past but you’ll also delve further into the city and learn about areas not normally seen by typical tourists. Southern Living magazine had this to say about the tour, “After we tried every carriage company in town, Palmetto stood out for its guides’ wit and historical accuracy.” 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Reception and Orientation for New Members (Invitation Only) 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Dine Around Tonight is your best opportunity to get out on the town for a visit to one of Charleston’s heralded restaurants. The Federation convention team has booked tables at a number of our favorite places. Sign up for a spot at one of those once you arrive in Charleston or make your own plans. We’ve included a list of some of the best restaurants in Charleston in this brochure. Be aware, though, that you’ll need to make restaurant reservations well in advance. Either way, save room for dessert! 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Dessert Party After enjoying a fine dinner, come join us for sweets and a nightcap with friends.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2017 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Voucher Breakfast 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Children and Youth Drop-off Registered children between the ages of 3 and 10 are welcome to join the staff of Elite Nannies to facilitate attendance at the CLE program. There will be a variety of fun activities including story time, arts & crafts, games, and movies. Breakfast and a snack will be available each morning. 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Section Meetings 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Yog a Relax, restore, and energize with a well-rounded Hatha Vinaysa Flow yoga class taught by our own Vicki Gaebe, Registered Yoga Teacher. Experience the joy of practicing with your fellow members in a class suitable for all levels of FDCC yogis.

Page 14 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Plenary Program Nathaniel Russell / Edmondston-Alston Home Tours Located in Downtown Charleston near the 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. High Battery, the Nathaniel Russell House Museum, a National Registration Historic Landmark, is widely recognized as one of America’s most important neoclassical dwellings. Today, the interior 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. finishes and architectural details reflect Nathaniel Russell’s Trial Technology Learning Laboratory original dwelling. And, the house is furnished with an outstanding collection of fine and decorative arts, including important family 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. items. Of Charleston’s many fine house museums, however, only Behind the Scenes at Drayton Hall Founded in 1738, the Edmondston-Alston House (a Federal and Greek Revival Drayton Hall is the nation’s earliest example of fully executed design constructed in 1825 and enhanced in 1838) commands Palladian architecture and the oldest preserved plantation a magnificent view of Charleston Harbor. Both General P. T. house in America still open to the public. This behind-the- Beauregard and General Robert E. Lee visited the home, and it scenes experience features a tour of the house given by one features an outstanding collection of furnishings and antiques. of Drayton Hall’s project managers, a young and passionate Our timing couldn’t be better for a visit to Edmondston-Alston historical preservationist, followed by a discussion of colonial house because it will be featuring an exhibition of the artworks social life complete with a Madeira wine tasting and concluding of Alice Ravenel Huger Smith. The Charleston Renaissance-era with an exclusive visit to Drayton Hall’s private collection. This artist is revered for her pastel-drenched landscapes, moody is an opportunity to experience the treasure that is Drayton moss-wisped watercolors, and majestic shore birds in mid-flight Hall in a way not ordinarily offered. evoking iconic aspects of the Lowcountry. We’re able to offer this opportunity to two groups of limited size. Each group will 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. be met in the lobby of Charleston Place and shuttled to one of Chef Bob Waggoner Cooking Class Walk across the two homes. Plan on a short six-minute walk between the the street from Charleston Place to join Chef Bob Waggoner two homes after your first tour. Be sure to wave to the other in his showcase kitchen where you’ll cook and laugh while group as you pass them on the street. You’ll be shuttled back preparing and enjoying a seasonal tasting menu inspired by the to the hotel after completing your second tour. Lowcountry. Whatever your experience level, Chef Bob will teach you tips and techniques that will build your confidence in 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. the kitchen. There will be no pressure, no recipes, and definitely Children and Youth Dinner Program no dishes to wash. It’s just a fun and truly unique cooking and Registered children are invited to join us for an evening of eating experience with every detail carefully crafted by Chef games, movies, arts & crafts, and dinner. Children ages 5 through Bob Waggoner, former executive chef of Charleston Grill. 11 are welcome. Other age appropriate and fun activities will be planned for our teenagers age 12 – 16. Elite Nannies of 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Charleston will provide supervision King Street Shopping Outing What would a trip to Charleston be without a visit to one of the top ten best 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. shopping districts in the U.S.? We’ve arranged a special outing The President’s Reception & Bow Tie Ball to select boutiques including Anne’s, Croghans Jewel House, We are pleased to present the first ever combined President’s Dumas, Berlant Antiques and Charleston Shoe Co. We’ll begin Reception and Dinner-Dance and It’s a Bow Tie Ball, y’all. We’ll in the hospitality suite for an introduction to the locations gather to honor Mills and Carol Anne Gallivan, our Federation you’ll be visiting, and a little bubbly! Then, it’s off to shop! A President and First Lady, with a lovely dinner dance featuring special FDCC card will be provided to those registered, which the Voltage Brothers, a well-known, old school Southern party will give you access to special discounts or treatment that will band. In a nod to Mills, gentlemen’s attire for the evening is make this a very unique event! tuxedo – colorful bow ties encouraged.

Page 15 THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2017 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Voucher Breakfast 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Children and Youth Drop-off Registered children between the ages of 3 and 10 are welcome to join the staff of Elite Nannies to facilitate CLE program attendance. There will be a variety of fun activities including story time, arts & crafts, games, and movies. Breakfast and a snack will be available each morning. 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Section Meetings 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Yog a - Relax, restore, and energize with a well-rounded Hatha Vinaysa Flow yoga class, taught by our own Vicki Gaebe, Registered Yoga Teacher. Experience the joy of practicing with your fellow members in a class suitable for all levels of yogis. 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Plenary Program 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Basket Weaving Demonstration and Instruction It would be hard to spend much time in the Lowcountry without encountering the beautiful Sweetgrass baskets that are an essential part of Gullah culture and tradition and which represent one of the oldest handcrafts and art forms of African origin in the United States. Angela Stoneworth, a ninth generation artisan of these beautiful baskets, and Darryl Stoneworth will entertain you with the history of the baskets, and stories about the Gullah culture that has preserved them. In the process, you’ll have the opportunity to sew your very own basket. All materials and tools will be provided for the class.

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Trial Technology Learning Laboratory 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. The H.L. Hunley Expedition Here’s a little something special for the group that refers to themselves as “the spouses who don’t knit.” Come on, you know who you are. In 1864, the H.L. Hunley became the first submarine to sink an enemy warship. Unfortunately, before she could return home, she disappeared with her eight-man crew off Sullivan’s Island. Her fate was a mystery until she was discovered in 1995 by a diving expedition led by author Clive Cussler. Five years later, the vessel was raised and brought to the Warren Lasch Conservation Center in Charleston where a team of scientists work to conserve the historic submarine. This is a working lab, and tours are limited, but we’ve arranged a special visit. You’ll also hear the Hunley story as told by the Hon. Glenn McConnell, President of the College of Charleston and former South Carolina Lieutenant Governor and state senator, who was instrumental in the campaign to raise the submarine. We’ll provide awesome box lunches and a six-pack of PBR. Of course, the knitters are very welcome too! 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Excursion to Middleton Place Middleton Place is a National Historic Landmark and home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Begun in 1741 and reflecting the grand classical style, the gardens blend rational order, geometry and balance with vistas, focal points and surprises. The Garden Club of America has called the 65 acres “the most important and interesting garden in America.” Following lunch in the sheep shed (now converted and very nice, of course), you’ll head off to the gardens, and the House Museum. Built in1755, the museum interprets four generations of the Middleton Family, with extraordinary family furniture, silver, porcelain, rare books and portraits on display. Birthplace of Arthur Middleton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, the property has miraculously remained under the same family stewardship for some 320 years, and today it successfully preserves history for visitors to enjoy. With luck, the camellias and azaleas will be blooming. Page 16 THURSDAY, continued ...

12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Chef Bob Waggoner Cooking Class Walk across the street from Charleston Place to join Chef Bob Waggoner in his showcase kitchen where you’ll cook and laugh together while preparing and enjoying a seasonal tasting menu inspired by the Lowcountry. Whatever your experience level, Chef Bob will teach you tips and techniques that will build your confidence in the kitchen. There will be no pressure, no recipes, and definitely no dishes to wash. It’s just a fun and truly unique cooking and eating experience with every detail carefully crafted by Chef Bob Waggoner, former executive chef of Charleston Grill. 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Lowcountry Oyster Roast and Seafood Boil Lowndes Grove Plantation On our final evening, we’ll make a short trip across the peninsula to Lowndes Grove Plantation for our Lowcountry Oyster Roast and Seafood Boil. At Lowndes Grove, we’ll be surrounded by beautiful live oak groves and peaceful views of the Ashley River as we enjoy a relaxing and elegantly casual evening of seafood and modern takes on classic Southern dishes, including plenty of non-seafood options. Circa 1786, Lowndes Grove Plantation is the city of Charleston’s last great waterfront estate. As we wrap up the week’s social events, we’re quite confident you’ll be thinking about your next trip to Charleston. FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2017 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Voucher Breakfast 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Charleston Fun Run The Fun Run is a 5k course that begins on King Street right outside the Hotel. This city run will take you through beautiful historic downtown Charleston and along the world famous Battery. 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Children and Youth Drop-off Registered children between the ages of 3 and 10 are welcome to join the staff of Elite Nannies to facilitate CLE program attendance. There will be a variety of fun activities including story time, arts & crafts, games, and movies. Breakfast and a snack will be available each morning. 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Section Meetings

8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Plenary Program, Business Meeting and Keynote Address

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Employers, “You can’t have any pudding TUESDAY if you don’t eat your alphabet soup!” The MARCH 7, 2017 regulatory agencies are filling your plate with rules to digest PROGRAM Moderator: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Paul M. Finamore Trial Masters Program Speakers: Jury Trials in the Millennial Age: An In-Depth Jeff Kelsey Look at How Your Jurors Really Think Helen R. Holden Caroline J. Berdzik Co-Chairs: William E. Vita Tiffany M. Alexander John R. Mitchell The panel will review new federal regulations that seem to be published daily. From the DOL to OSHA, regulatory agencies Speakers: are affecting the manner in which businesses handle issues Miranda L. Soto from pay, to safety to drug testing. The panel will discuss what Sean C. Griffin businesses need to know to stay compliant, how to update Todd M. Raskin handbooks, and areas of growing scrutiny. Joseph M. Fasi, II CLASS ACTION AND MULTIDISTRICT Please join us for an exciting Trial Masters program in the Riviera LITIGATION & TRIAL TACTICS, PRACTICE AND Theater, a beautifully restored art deco movie theater across PROCEDURE King Street from our hotel. The program begins with an in- depth look at the millennial juror, presented by Sean Griffin Amended Rules of Civil Procedure - and Todd Raskin. Next, Joe Fasi and Miranda Soto will conduct How They are Being Implemented voir dire and opening statements before a mock jury of local Millennials. You’ll have the opportunity to observe real-time jury Moderators: polling throughout the presentations, followed by a discussion Christopher P. DePhillips Marc A. Young with the jurors and AJC jury consultant Stuart Simon, a long- time FDCC sponsor. Last but not least, John Mitchell and Tiffany Speakers: Alexander will discuss the ethical implications of social media and offer practical tips as to how to best navigate the world of Gray T. Culbreth the millennial juror for success in your next case. Edward B. Ruff, III Paul C. Kuhnel Significant and important amendments were made to the WEDNESDAY, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in 2015. Gray Culbreath, Ed Ruff, and Paul Kuhnel will discuss how the new rules are MARCH 8, 2017 being applied and whether the high expectations of litigation SECTION PROGRAMS / MEETINGS discovery reform have been met. ENERGY AND UTILITIES LAW 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. When Everything Goes Black: The Cyber- SUBSTANTIVE SECTIONS Threat to Our Energy Infrastructure

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES AND WORKPLACE Speakers: LIABILITY Bryony B. Hodges Miles Keogh James L. Kelly, Jr.

Page 18 WEDNESDAY Programming continued ... Even as cyber-attacks have moved from the pages of science fiction to front-page news, it is apparent that the targets of such threats are not limited to private information, intellectual property or financial assets. How “soft” a target is our energy grid and what would the consequences of a significant disruption of our energy infrastructure be? Our panel--consisting of a national expert on cyber-security, in-house counsel for a major energy company and a senior insurance claims executive--will consider the scope of these threats and what practical steps are being or could be undertaken to lessen or address them.

EXTRA CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY Defending Against Attorney’s Fee Requests

Speakers: Robert L. Kaufman driver behind the wheel to what are the regulations that apply to various industries impacted by these developments. This Donald L. Miller program will delve into these areas and more. W. Neil Rambin Jennifer D. Eubanks Note: Today’s Plenary Program begins immediately Requests for attorney fees against insurers are growing more and following the Section Meetings. more common. Learn about recent developments in this important area and the cutting edge techniques for defending against such PLENARY PROGRAM petitions. 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. INTERNATIONAL PRACTICE LAW Opening Remarks and Introduction of Past Window on Europe - Brexit Presidents and New Members Speakers: Welcome to Charleston Stephen L. Carter (UK) The Honorable Alexander (Alex) M. Sanders, Jr. Jorge Angell (Spain) Christophe Adrien (France) 9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. Pelin Baysal (Turkey) Best Practices When Dealing with Reptiles It is a funny word, but what does Brexit mean for Europe - and the Speakers: rest of the free world?? This panel will discuss what is happening Martin J. Kravtiz and is expected in the future. Steven C. Pasarow Robert A. Olson TRANSPORTATION & PRODUCTS LIABILITY Patrick E. Stockalper Follow-Up on Autonomous Vehicles The Reptile Theory still crawls out from under its rock to try Speakers: to strike fear and loathing in the hearts of jurors and wound Matthew R. Cairns defense lawyers. This program will help identify cutting edge Terrence L. Graves trends, techniques and best practices being implemented by defense trial lawyers to defeat this pernicious foe. It will be The advent of autonomous vehicles is bound to have a profound presented by experienced trial and appellate lawyers who will impact on both products liability law and the trucking/transportation provide practical approaches from witness preparation and trial industries. This rapidly developing area of the law is causing us presentations to protecting the record for appeal. to question everything from who do you sue when there is no Page 19 WEDNESDAY Programming continued ...

9:50 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. What is your Tech Strategy? Speakers: John J. Delany, III Thomas G. Oakes Robert L. Christie As technology develops, so does the practice of law. This THURSDAY, plenary session will showcase some of the latest developments in technology supporting the legal profession, as well as provide MARCH 9, 2017 pointers on how we can use technology to improve their practice both in, and outside, the courtroom. 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. SUBSTANTIVE SECTIONS 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. CIVIL RIGHTS AND PUBLIC ENTITY LIABILITY Closing Remarks - Leaving the Best Balancing Interests in an Armed Society Impression Speakers: Moderator: David J. MacMain Vicki M. Smith Casey C. Stansbury Speakers: Jane M. Lynch Deborah D. Kuchler The debate about the balancing of the 2nd Amendment right E. Paige Sensenbrenner to bear arms versus the government’s ability to regulate who, Joseph Fasi, II what, when and where persons can be armed has never been At the end of a hotly contested trial, jurors will look towards more intense, nor have the stakes been higher. Some say that the attorneys for help in understanding and deciding the case. the more law-abiding citizens that are armed, the safer we are, Additionally, jurors need ammunition to persuade other jurors. whereas others argue that the growing number of persons Three of the Federation’s finest trial attorneys will demonstrate who are armed has made us less safe. This panel will examine techniques you can incorporate into your next closing argument. three settings ‘where the rubber meets the road’ - schools, police encounters with lawfully armed citizens, and government 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. buildings - and discuss the legal and practical issues that arise. Trial Technology Learning Laboratory CONSTRUCTION LAW AND Moderator: PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY Thomas G. Oakes What lies beneath - Beware the Meaning and Implications of “Incorporation by Reference” You heard the experts discuss use of current technology to improve your practice of law. Now you have an opportunity Moderator: to work with Tom Oakes and his legal team to get hands on Marc H. Harwell practice with the latest equipment and software. Speaker: Robert C. Moore Explore the legal ramifications of “incorporation by reference” clauses in construction contracts and the problems that arise when the ultimate solution to a problem is in a document referred to or incorporated but oftentimes inconsistent in con- tent and/or scope with the top contract. Page 20 THURSDAY Programming continued ... sea captain would spear a pineapple HEALTHCARE PRACTICE / to his fence post to let friends know heA was home safely and to please visit so LIFE, HEALTH & DISABILITY he could regale his guests with tales of the Telemedicine Liability and high seas. The pineapple today is a symbol Compliance of Charleston hospitality.

Speakers: Thayla P. Bohn Jay D. Davis, Jr. PREMISES AND SECURITY LIABILITY James A. Hoover Current Trends in Negligent Security Defense The Healthcare Practice and Life, Health and Disability sec- Speaker: tions will team up for a panel discussion on the benefits and Michael C. Tyson liability risks of the new telemedicine frontier. Attendees will hear about one corporate member’s use of the telemedicine Mr. Tyson will discuss strategies for getting the decedent’s crimi- system in the work place, and the reactions they have had from nal background and lifestyle into evidence, discovery of commu- their workforce. The panel will also explore the potential lia- nity knowledge of crimes and the pro’s and con’s of taking the bility issues associated with the growing use of these systems depositions of local police and community leaders. He will also and what members need to know about advising clients seek- address the use of additional experts in these complex cases, ing to participate in telemedicine. including foreseeability and preventability experts.

DRUG, DEVICE & BIOTECHNOLOGY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, COMMERCIAL Promotional Claims: Off-Label Promotion LITIGATION & ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE and Debunking the Theory and Defending RESOLUTION the Claim “Can you Keep a Secret?” The Federal Courts Can Help Moderator: Michael J. Hurvitz Speakers: Speakers: Michael A. Walshe Jon Kahan, Ashley D. Hayes Greg Jackson Jose I. Rojas Marisa Trasatti John C. Sciaccotta Neil A. Hartzell The FDA’s regime for regulating information that manufactur- ers can disseminate has produced civil and criminal enforce- High-stakes business litigation often involves a company’s most ment, civil class actions and tort claims. Citizen’s Petitions, sensitive information. In 2016, Congress created a new pro- Congress and the Courts have forced the FDA to undertake a cedural weapon for protecting that information: the Defend comprehensive review of its regulations and policies governing Trade Secrets Act. This new law creates federal jurisdiction for communications about unapproved uses of medical products disputes about trade secrets - disputes that would otherwise be and the pendulum is swinging in a new direction. subject to a patchwork of state laws. In this program, a panel of veteran business litigators will provide an overview of the Act As the FDA contemplates how it will rewrite the rules of the and offer strategies for how the Act can be used for maximal road with a new administration and a soon to be reformulat- tactical advantage. ed Supreme Court, this panel will discuss the implications for civil and criminal enforcement and litigation, and will explore 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. strategies for defending industry in this evolving regulatory landscape. PLENARY PROGRAM

Page 21 THURSDAY Programming continued ... 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Survival Tips When Faced with an Active Shooter Speakers: Josef Levy Lieutenant Melvin McGuire The reality of today’s environment is that mass shootings and random acts of violence throughout our nation are becoming more common. Few people, have received any actual training in surviving an active shooter incident. Josef Levy and Melvin McGuire of Embassy Con- sulting will teach you the “do’s and don’t s” that will help you survive an active shooter incident.

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The Charleston Church Shooting: Dealing with the Aftermath Moderator: Jay D. Davis, Jr. Speakers: Wilbur L. Johnson The Reverend Dr. Norvill Goff, Sr. The Honorable Joseph P. Riley, Jr. On the evening of June 17, 2015, Charleston, South Carolina was shocked by a mass shooting at the Emmanuel African Methodist Epis- copal Church. The gunman, Dylann Roff, killed nine people in that shooting. This panel will discuss the aftermath following the shooting including the legal consequences for the City and the Church. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Trial Technology Learning Laboratory Moderators: Thomas G. Oakes John J. Delany, III You heard the experts discuss use of current technology to improve your practice of law. Now you have an opportunity to work with Tom Oakes and his legal team to get hands on practice with the latest equipment and software. FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2017 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. SUBSTANTIVE SECTIONS LAW PRACTICE MANAGEMENT Succession Planning: Protecting Your Firm and Your Clients’ Legal Interests in Times of Transition Moderator: Michael Bonasso Panelists: John C. Trimble Lewis Wagner Thomas J. Welk Alison R. Christian Tomorrow will be here sooner than we think. Join our panel in a discussion of ways to protect your firm and your clients when lead lawyers leave due to retirement, disability or death. The panel will address 1) reasons why law firms must plan for succession; 2) the client’s perspective on succession planning; 3) ideas on leadership transition within the law firm; and 4) methods to position younger lawyers to be ready to succeed to a client relationship when the time comes for the senior lawyer to move on.

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INSURANCE COVERAGE When a Disaster Turns the Insured’s Address into the Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Does Business Interruption Coverage Becomes Contentious? Speakers: Michael S. Knippen Heather Sanderson William J. Kautter Natural and man-made disasters which significantly damage or destroy an entire region’s property and infrastructure create enormous challenges for insurers responding to claims under loss of earnings endorsements to all risk property coverage issued to commercial insured’s in the region and insured’s that have suppliers and/or customers in the affected region. In addition to learning how such disasters impact both the underwriting and claims process from an industry insider perspective, topics will include a discussion of the property damage trigger; coverage for evacuation ordered by civil authorities; loss of earnings due to utility and internet outage; and the business interruption indemnity.

TOXIC TORTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL LAW A Tsunami of Rising Water Litigation Speakers: William K. Koska James Smith Gary E. Hokkanen

The panel will focus on the current and future state of litigation relating to rising water. Discussion topics will include water contamination claims and defenses, including scientific issues (Daubert), procedural defenses, safe harbor legislation, water rights, climate change and the impact of flooding and extreme weather events on these types of cases. In addition, the panel will address the water safety situation in Flint, Michigan, pending climate coverage litigation, and litigation against oil companies pending in the Boston, Massachusetts area.

APPELLATE LAW Legal Writing in the Electronic Age Moderator: Charles T. Frazier Speakers: Michael F. Aylward Robert A. Olson The Honorable Justice John C. Few; Justice, South Carolina Supreme Court As courts across the country are requiring electronic filing of pleadings and briefs, legal writing must adapt for the electronic reader. Studies have shown that screen readers read and retain differently than paper readers. A panel of practitioners and a member of the judiciary will discuss these differences (based on several studies) and propose ways to structure legal arguments and present them more effectively and persuasively using the new tools available in the electronic age. FRIDAY Programming continued ...

DATA BREACH, PRIVACY AND CYBER INSURANCE LAW What’s Hot and the Impact of Technology Competence Comment 8 to the ABA Model Rules

Speakers: John W. Sinnott Christopher A. Holecek F. Marshall Wall Stephen E. Embry

The session is intended to provide a brief overview of hot issues in data breach, privacy and cyber insurance and will also provide a discussion of the impact of Comment 8 to ABA model Rule 1.1. Comment 8, which has been adopted in some 25 states provides “ To maintain the requisite knowledge and skill, a lawyer should keep abreast of changes in the law and its practice, including the benefits and risks associated with relevant technology.” What does this mean for the practitioner?

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PLENARY PROGRAM (Note: Today’s Plenary Program begins immediately following the Section Meetings. )

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Part I - Cool Kids Go International Moderators: Debra Tedeschi Varner Lauren S. Curtis Panelists: Michael F. Aylward Kathleen B. Browne Heather Sanderson Richard K. Traub A discussion of emerging coverage issues both in the US and abroad. The panel will discuss drones, climate change, man made catastrophes, as well as other coverage topics with an international flare.

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Part II: Business Meeting

Business Meeting Beyond Magnifique Ned and Sue Currie preview the 2017 FDCC Annual Meeting in Montreux, Switzerland.

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10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Part III: “Leadership Lessons Learned from the Battlefield” Speaker: Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popaditch Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popaditch, USMC (Ret.), recipient of our nation’s third highest medal for Valor in Combat - The Silver Star, will discuss leadership lessons learned from the battlefield. Gunnery Sergeant Popaditch, was gravely wounded during his last combat tour. His talk will also include an inspirational discussion about overcoming adversity.

Part IV: Keynote Speaker - The Honorable Rosalie Silberman Abella The Honorable Rosalie Silberman Abella was born in a Displaced Person’s Camp in Stuttgart, Germany and her family came to Canada as refugees in 1950. At the age of 29, Justice Abella was the youngest person ever to be appointed to the judiciary in Canada. Among her many honors, she is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and she has been awarded 35 honorary degrees. A Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada since 2004, Justice Abella is known in Canada and abroad not only for her legal scholarship but also for her resilience, optimism, grace and charm

Page 25 A Few RestaurantRecommendations

167 RAW Slide up to the bar at this lunch counter on East Bay for top-notch seafood and super-friendly service. You can never go wrong with co-owner Jesse Sandole’s hunka chunka lobster rolls, served on buttery brioche buns. His fried – and seared-fish tacos – topped with pickled vegetables and wrapped in corn tortillas slathered with guac – are also sublime. 39 John St., 843-722-8881

BIN 152 Bin 152 is a wine bar, cheese bar, art gallery and antiques market. Located in the heart of downtown Charleston in the French Quarter not far from Charleston Place. They offer 30 different wines by the glass and over 130 wines by the bottle. They also offer 40 different cheeses and wonderful charcuterie, all served a la carte with freshly baked bread. 152 King St., 843-577-7359

BLOSSOM Look for a bounty of fish dishes and raw-bar selections, including East Coast oysters and yellow-fin tuna poke, at this casual restaurant that serves mostly Lowcountry-inspired cuisine. If the weather’s nice, opt for a seat on the charming patio and enjoy a gorgeous view of St. Philip’s Church. 171 East Bay St., 843-737-8700

CHARLESTON GRILL Charleston Grill head chef Michelle Weaver crafts an unpretentious yet celebratory bill of fare from clean and light to lavish and exotic with a menu divided into four formats – pure, lush, cosmopolitan, and Southern. Settle into the intimate venue for a dinner of grilled domestic lamb rack with spring vegetables, mint chimichurri, and lamb jus, along with other new renditions of decadent favorites. Charleston Place Hotel, 843-577-4522

CIRCA 1886 Housed in a diminutive (yet renovated) carriage house tucked behind the resplendent Wentworth Mansion, Charleston’s iconic Circa 1886 boasts a menu that speaks internationally. Standouts include chef Marc Collins’ rainbow trout stuffed with pecan-inflected rice and crab, sea scallops topped with smoked salmon roe, and sorghum-glazed sweet potato donuts. 149 Wentworth St., 843-853-7828

CYPRESS Housed in a historic building on East Bay Street, this eatery boasts a three-story glass wall storing some 4,500 international wines. House-cured meats showcase acclaimed executive chef Craig Deihl’s skill with charcuterie, while the sashimi tuna and oyster dish served with a ginger-garlic glaze and pineapple wasabi is a can’t miss. 167 East Bay St., 843-727-0111

FIG “Food is Good” is a hot spot. The understated design provides plenty of panache without interfering with FIG’s real purpose: showcas- ing simple, super-fresh seasonal dishes – such as snowy grouper provençal with heirloom vierge, fennel, and Castelvetrano olives – from executive chef (and James Beard Award winner) Jason Stanhope. 232 Meeting St., 843-805-5900

FISH This chic King Street spot offers a menu that features fresh seafood with creative Asian touches. A selection of dim sum presents bountiful appetizer choices, and while the large plates menu is laden with local seafood, it also includes such choices as 72 hour short ribs and chicken cordon blue. 442 King St., 843-722-3674

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FULTON FIVE This intimate ristorante is off the beaten path but worth seeking out. The sophisticated menu features Northern Italian fare by chef Josh Cain, including mouth-wa- tering choices like the chocolate espresso-rubbed filet served with whipped potatoes, grilled asparagus, and aged balsamic veal glace. 5 Fulton St., 843-853-5555

GRILL 225 HOMINY GRILL The swanky lobby restaurant of the Market Pavilion Hotel serves Visit this cozy, restored barbershop where locals love the con- great steaks in luxurious high-backed booths. Think prime filets, temporary comfort-food menu of authentic Southern fare and strips, and rib-eyes or the 40-ounce prime porterhouse for two. chef Robert Stehling’s take on New American: old-fashioned The food is good, the Market Street view is always hopping, and vegetable plates, sauteed chicken breast smothered in a tomato the service is impeccable. 225 East Bay St., 843-226-4222 curry sauce, and sautéed shrimp served over cheese grits. It’s The New York Times’ pick for breakfast and brunch. 207 Rut- ledge St., 843-937-0930 THE GROCERY Chef/owner Kevin Johnson’s agrarian menu celebrates artisanal local producers year-round. A menu categorized by “produce”, HUSK “seafood,”, “charcuterie,” and “meat” includes offerings such as True Southern ingredients and those who produce them star chanterelle mushrooms with sweet onion and pancetta, fried at Husk, where executive chef Travis Grimes and chef/partner oysters with deviled egg sauce, and seafood pilau studded with Sean Brock use the finest heirloom products gleaned from all clams and shrimp. 4 Cannon St., 843-302-8825 points south of the Mason-Dixon. Brock and Grimes devise a new menu every day, but you’ll want to accompany any entrée with a side skillet of corn bread made with Tennessee’s famous HALLS CHOPHOUSE Savor old-school style, service, and flavor at this posh, beloved Benton’s bacon. 76 Queen St., 843-577-2500 establishment on Upper King. Grab a stool in the hopping bar or head upstairs for a more intimate dining experience. Either INDACO way, indulge in the lump crab cakes, blue-cheese smothered At this King Street spot, it’s all about the burrata baby. Well wedge salad, and chef Matthew Niessner’s melt-in-your-mouth that and the wood-fired pizzas; home-made pastas; and deca- prime steaks – sauces available but not needed. 434 King St., dent desserts, like the silky almond budino. Chef Kevin Getze- 843-727-0090 wich delivers innovative Italian fare in a sleek space with a craft cocktail program as good as the menu – perfect for happy hour on their side patio. 526 King St., 843-727-1228 HANK’S Custom-built to convey the style of a classic Charleston fish house, Hank’s serves several old-time favorites as well as raw bar THE MACINTOSH selections, seared tuna and grilled swordfish. Chef Tim Richard- Chef Jeremiah Bacon crafts a daily changing menu offering lo- son turns fried seafood platters into from-scratch specialties. 10 cally sourced ingredients at this hot spot on King Street. Each Hayne St., 843-723-3474 entrée is a true star in its own right, from the house-ground burger – topped with aged cheddar and bacon and served with a pile of truffle fries – to the unbelievably tender grilled Halp- HIGH COTTON This handsome restaurant has a clubby bar and a posh dining erns’ beef deckle. 479 B King St., 843-789-4299 room reminiscent of a fine plantation house. Menu highlights include chef Shawn Kelly’s buttermilk-fried oysters and pan-roasted halibut. 199 E. Bay St., 843-724-3815

Page 27 MAGNOLIAS Magnolias has been serving up culinary arts director Don Drake’s famous “Uptown/Down South Cuisine” since 1990. Quick Bites Near Belmond Kelly Franz joined the team as executive chef, and guests continue to enjoy Lowcountry fine-dining fare, including crab-stuff rainbow trout, bourbon-fried flounder over creole grits with Charleston Place andouille sausage, and a Parmesan-crusted market catch. The – Drip, French press, espresso & tea pecan pie is to die for. 185 E. Bay St., 843-577-7771 City Light Coffee drinks with cafe breakfast & lunch. Open daily 12am – 7pm, 141 Market St., 843-853-7067 MCCRADY’S Probably one of the best settings in Charleston for a restaurant. Starbucks – Seattle-based coffee house chain known for its George Washington was entertained by the SC members of signature roasts and light bites. Open daily 5:30am – 10:30pm, the Society of Cincinnati in this building during his 1791 visit. 387 King St., 843-720-5385 Owned by locals Tradd and Weezie Newton, Chef Sean Brock took over the kitchen in 2008 and the food is great. Can be Toast – Easygoing eatery known for its breakfast, serving very pricey, but well worth it. 2 Unity Alley, 843-577-0025 Southern classics in a convivial setting. Open daily 6am – 10pm, 155 Meeting St., 843-534-0043 NICK’S BAR-B-Q Although a bit churched-up compared to a roadside rib joint, Kitchen 208 –Casual American restaurant with patio seating the ‘cue is true: the pork is slowly-pit-roasted over hickory, then serving breakfast, lunch & all-day weekend brunch. Open daily slathered with an honest Alabama-style tomato-and-vinegar 7am – 3pm, 208 King St., 843-725-2908 sauce. Freshly cooked collards and made-from-scratch mac ‘n’ cheese top the list of sides on an extensive down-home South- Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit - Cheerful counter-service ern menu that also includes a delicious selection of pies. The ta- restaurant offering seven varieties of freshly baked biscuits, cos are good too! No reservations. 288 King St., 843-577-0406 including buttermilk, country ham, cheese and chive, and the amazingly delicious blackberry-filled. Open daily until 2 a.m. 476 ½ King St., 843-737-5759 THE ORDINARY This swank oyster hall built in an old bank features chef Mike Sweet Water Café – Comfort food standards dished up Lata’s ever-evolving seafood menu. Come for lobster roll and in this cozy daytime eatery with 50’s-era photographs. Open stay for the cascading seafood tower including a variety of raw daily 7am – 4pm, 137 N. Market St., 843-237-7121 and cooked seafood and garnishes. 544 King St., 843-414-7060 Café Framboise – Breakfast, Lunch, Crêpes, French Pas- PENINSULA GRILL tries. Open 8am – 5pm, 159 Market St., 843-414-7241 Thankfully, time has not changed the luxurious dining experience at the Planter’s Inn where chef Graham Dailey delivers de- Kaminsky’s Dessert Café – Charming coffee shop serv- licious classics such as steak tartar and crispy veal sweetbreads, ing freshly baked pastries in an easygoing, light-filled environ- plus a remarkable selection of seasonal specialties. Be sure not ment. Open daily 12pm – 1:00am, 78 N. Market St., 843-953- to miss the restaurant’s famous 12-layer coconut cake. 112 N. 8270 Market St., 843-723-0700 Jestine’s Kitchen – Old-school eatery serving fried chicken, gumbo & other Southern classics in a cozy storefront. SLIGHTLY NORTH OF BROAD (S.N.O.B.) Eclectic in design and menu with an open kitchen that show- Open 11am – 9pm, 251 Meeting St., 843-722-7224 cases executive chef Frank Lee and crew whipping up seasonal, Sticky Fingers – BBQ classics are pit-smoked & slathered fresh-from-the-farm food, the lively S.N.O.B. is always happen- in signature sauces at this Southern smokehouse chain. Open ing. Shrimp and grits with house-made sausage and country 11am – 9pm, 235 Meeting St., 843-853-7427 ham, as well as grilled barbecued tuna topped with fried oysters, share the menu with lump crab cakes and fresh cheeses. 192 E. Hymans Seafood – Vast seafood spot & includes Aaron’s Bay St., 843-723-3424 deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s. Open daily 11am – 5pm, 215 Meeting St., 843-723-6000

Page 28 Selected Activities on Your Own There are simply too many wonderful places and things to do in Charleston to list here, so we’re only hitting a few high points, and especially those that we think especially well-suited for families. We suggest you obtain a copy of the Charleston, South Carolina 2017 Official Visitors Guide. Go to www.explore- charleston.com a website of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau to request one. FORT MOULTRIE The National Park Service explains and preserves the evolution of seacoast defense from one of the first decisive victories in the American Revolution through World War II. The Fort features a fantastic collection of coastal artil- lery. We thought this was well worth the trip over to Sullivan’s Island. It’s only eleven miles, but avoid rush hour. FORT SUMTER The Fort Sumter National Monument sits prominently at the mouth of the Charleston Harbor, a strategic location that was crucial to its defense. Your tour vessel will cruise to Fort Sumter from Liberty Square in downtown Charleston. The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge provides the backdrop for all Fort Sumter cruises, with Charleston’s stately Rainbow Row and Battery homes clearly seen from onboard. Once there, a National Park Ranger will serve as your tour guide. HARBOR TOURS WITH SPIRIT LINE CRUISES Enjoy the beauty of the Charleston Harbor and learn the rich history of the Holy City. During the scenic and relaxing 90-minute tour, you will see over 75 landmarks and points of interest. You will go right by Fort Sumter, a compro- mise if you can’t find time for a trip to the fort. Be aware that if you do a walking tour or a carriage ride tour, you will probably find that there is some overlap with what you’ll learn on this tour. Every guide emphasizes different things, and we found that any overlap was not objectionable. NORTH CHARLESTON AND AMERICAN LAFRANCE FIRE MUSEUM The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Education Center blends history and hands-on education into an unforgettable experience for the entire family. OLD EXCHANGE AND PROVOST MUSEUM Built in 1771, American patriots were held prisoner here during the Revolutionary War. One of the three most historically significant buildings of colonial America. We think you absolutely must take it in, even if you only have a little time. PATRIOTS POINT NAVAL AND MARITIME MUSEUM The home of the U.S.S. Yorktown, Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum also offers the U.S.S. Laffey, a destroyer, the U.S.S. Clama- gore, a submarine, The Vietnam Experience exhibit, the Medal of Honor Museum, and numerous aircraft. There’s also the Patriots Point Flight Academy where you can step in to the cockpit of state-of-the-art Lockheed Martin F-35 simulators to complete challenging and high speed missions. You can drive over to Patriots Point or take a water taxi. (www.charlestonwatertaxi.com ) THE SCHOONER PRIDE Tour Charleston Harbor and experience the best in Charleston sailing and sightseeing on The Schooner Pride, a classic 84’ tall ship. While tours are not narrated, it’s still a great time. It is known for its sunset cruise an dis located near the South Carolina Aquarium and Spirit Line Cruises. SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM One of Charleston’s best family attractions! Come face-to-face with over 5000 amazing animals. Touch sharks and rays, and experience the state’s only Sea Turtle Hospital. See the Eagle that doesn’t like men – it’s true. It’s perhaps a little too far to walk, but not far from Charleston Place. A bike rickshaw is an easy way to get there GIBBES MUSEUM OF ART Newly remodeled, the Gibbes Museum of Art connects the city and region’s artistic past to a vibrant contemporary art scene. The permanent collection of the Gibbes Museum of Art spans four centuries and provides a dynamic introduction to the visual culture of America and the American South from the colonial era to the present. Paintings, sculptures, miniature portraits, works on paper, decorative art objects, and multi-media installations, created by American artists, express the evolving aesthetic tastes of this city. Page 29 YourHosts Victor and Diane Anderson Kim and Dan Baker David Bertschi and Debbie Orth Bob and Erin Christie Clark and Eileen Cole Mary Alice Collins Tom and Ann Cordell Ned and Sue Currie Steve and Lee Farrar Charlie and Lisa Frazier Mike and Tricia Glasco Heidi Goebel and Chris Barre David and Tina Governo Scott and Susan Kreamer Eddie and Josephine Laney Reid and Alison Manley Craig and Paula Marvinney Dan and Patti McG ath Howard Merten and Veronica Dash Don and Doreen Myles Kevin and Mary Murphy Leslie and Tom Packer Cris and Peggy Palmer Tim and Christie Pra Brett and manda Preston John and Lisa Quinn Neil and Nelene Rambin Todd and Cindy Raskin Terence and Nicole Ridley Todd and Debbie Roberts Johnny and Grace Sarber Mike Shalhoub and Gail Boggio Christina Vessels and Casey Stansbury Chris and Georgia Steinmetz Bill and Eileen Vita Mike and Laura Walsh John and Sharon Wilkerson

Page 30 Your Registration Form Belmond Charleston Place

MEETING REGISTRATION To secure your preferred excursions and hotel accommodations, we strongly encourage you to register and make hotel reservations by Monday, January 30th. Regina and excursion fees will be charged at the time of registration (see cancellation policy below). Should you decide to add excursions on site or after your registration, accommodations will be made as space is available.

HOTEL INFORMATION The Belmond Charleston Place Hotel is located at 205 Meeting Street in the very heart of downtown Charleston within the historic district. Guest and valet parking is available and can be accessed two ways. Heading south on Meeting Street, one parking entranceway is located on the right just before Market Street. The parking area can also be accessed from Hasell Street, heading south on Meeting Street, turn right onto Hasell Street and within that block, the entranceway to parking will be on your left.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS All FDCC members are encouraged to book their room reservations early. We anticipate our block of rooms filling up quickly. Run of the house rooms are available at $280.00 single/double occupancy. A limited number of club level king and one-bedroom suites are also available at a discounted rate. Please let the reservation agent know your preference when you call. Hotel check in time is 4:00 pm and checkout time is 12:00 pm. Attendees arriving before check in time will be accommodated as soon as a room becomes available. Reservations may be made directly with the hotel by call Hotel Reservations at 1-800-831-3490; be sure to mention FDCC to receive our group rate. You may also reserve your room online. To guarantee the FDCC group rate rooms must be reserved by February 1, 2017. Should you wish to extend your stay the FDCC group rate will apply three days prior and three days after the official program dates of March 6 – 10, 2017 based on hotel availability.

Registration also available at www.thefederation.org

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Registrant Last Name: ______First Name:______MI _____ Firm Name: ______Name on Badge: ______Firm Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip Code: ______Country: ______Firm Phone: ______Email: ______Cell Phone: ______

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REGISTRATION TYPE REGISTRATION FEES TOTAL

Defense Counsel Member ______@ $1295 each = $ ______Corporate/Industry Member ______@ $695 each = $ ______Spouse/Companion of Member ______@ $595 each = $ ______

CHILD/YOUTH REGISTRATION over 21 YEARS ______@ $595 each = $ ______16 - 20 YEARS ______@ $495 each = $ ______12 - 15 YEARS ______@ $425 each = $ ______4 - 11 YEARS ______@ $260 each = $ ______3 and UNDER (no charge) ______@ 0 each =

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CHILD REGISTRATION #1 CHILD’s First Name: ______Last Name: ______Exact Age: ___ #2 CHILD’s First Name: ______Last Name: ______Exact Age: ___ #3 CHILD’s First Name: ______Last Name: ______Exact Age: ___ #4 CHILD’s First Name: ______Last Name: ______Exact Age: ___ Add additional children here: ______

Please indicate the number attending each event. CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAM Children must be potty-trained to participate. Children are not required to stay the entire block of time. Feel free to come in and out during each slot.

Monday, March 6th 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ______

Tuesday, March 7th 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ______

Wednesday, March 8th 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ______

6:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. ______

Thursday, March 9th 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ______

Friday, March 10th 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ______

Page 32 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES DAY/TIME TOTAL PER PERSON TOTAL Convention Charm _____ @ $158 each = $ ______MONDAY Walking Tour of Charleston ______@ $20 each = $ ______Carriage Rides with Palmetto Carriage Works ______@ $25 each = $ ______Welcome Reception - Aiken House (adults & 16+ years) ______# attending FREE TUESDAY Yoga (includes ALL 3 days) ______@ $6 = $ ______Charleston Art Gallery Walking Tour ______@ $60 each = $ ______Lunch & Learn with Dr. Susan Davis ______# attending FREE (A.M.) Carriage Rides with Palmetto Carriage Works ______@ $25 each = $ ______(P.M.) Carriage Rides with Palmetto Carriage Works ______@ $25 each = $ ______Dessert Party over 21 ____ under 21 _____ FREE WEDNESDAY Behind the Scenes at Drayton Hall ______@ $165 each = $ ______In the Kitchen with Chef Bob Waggoner ______@ $120 each = $ ______King Street Shopping Outing ______# attending FREE Nathaniel Russell / Edmondston Alston Tours ______@ $70 each = $ ______President’s Reception & Bow Tie Ball (adults & 16+ years) ______# attending FREE THURSDAY Basket Weaving Demonstration & Instruction ______@ $75 each = $ ______The H.L. Hunley Expedition ______@ $85 each = $ ______Middleton Place Excursion ______@ $115 each = $ ______In the Kitchen with Chef Bob Waggoner ______@ $120 each = $ ______Lowcountry Oyster Roast & Seafood Boil Lowndes Grove over 21 ____ under 21 _____ FREE Total = $ ______GRAND TOTAL (Please total all fees including the administrative fee) Registration Fees: (add) + $ ______Optional Activities Fees: (add) + $ ______Administrative Fees: (add) + (If paying by credit card, ADD $85 Administrative Fee ) $ ______

TOTAL DUE: $ ______Payment Option 1: r Check (payable to FDCC) r Check - Mail registration form, along with check, to: FDCC 2017 Winter Meeting 275 N. York Street, Ste 401, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Payment Option 2: r Visa r MC r AMEX If you are paying by credit card, fax to 630-563-9181, or scan and email to [email protected]. Credit Card Number: ______Exp. Date: ______Name on Card: ______Security Code: ______Billing Address: ______Signature: ______(I authorize the FDCC to bill my credit card for all registration fees)

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Convention Cancellation Policy: We hope you will not have to cancel or ask for a refund once you have registered for the convention. We realize, however, that last-minute emergencies and trial schedules may require cancellation and a request for a refund. Please be advised of the Board approved refund policies: A refund of registration fees, less $85 and any applicable credit card fees, will be given if the FDCC office receives written notice no later than February 3, 2017. No refunds will be given if notice of cancellation is received by the FDCC after February 3, 2017. Amounts refunded by payments made by credit card will include a deduction for the amount the credit card company charges to the FDCC for both the charging and the credit. In the event of “special circumstances” such as illness, or unforeseen family or professional emergencies, and the like, this refund policy may be suspended or modified (based upon the member’s written request), only by action of the president upon recom- mendation of the Convention Chair. It is also recommended that all registrants get trip cancellation insurance. To cancel hotel reservations, notify the FDCC office by email ([email protected]) first to check if we need the room to re-assign to another member on the wait list. Then if the room is not needed, call the hotel to cancel. The Convention Chair has no authority to modify the hotel’s cancellation or refund policies. Charges paid to the FDCC for separate events and/or tours may or may not be refunded in whole or in part. The decision to refund these will be made on a case-by-case basis by the Convention Chair. Members seeking reimbursement for these payments must submit a written request to the Convention Chair. The decision to refund fees will be based, in part, upon the timing of the cancellation and whether there are available convention funds from which to make the refund. Please note that refunds of any payments to independent third parties for tours and other events and service are not the responsibility of the FDCC.

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