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American College of Trial Lawyersannual Meeting AMERICAN COLLEGE OF TRIAL LAWYERS ANNUAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 14-17, 2017 FAIRMONT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH GREETINGS FROM THE PRESIDENT June 2017 Eileen and I are delighted to invite you to join us for the 2017 Annual Meeting of the American College of Trial Lawyers at the newly renovated Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, from Thursday, September 14 through Sunday, September 17, 2017. President-Elect Samuel H. Franklin has planned an exciting program of distinguished speakers addressing current and thought-provoking topics. Fellows and spouses or guests are sure to be entertained, educated, and enlightened by these speakers. As always, our evening social events will provide an opportunity to greet treasured friends and make new ones. Thursday night, stroll past the beautiful Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde and through the Place du Canada Park to join Fellows and guests for our opening reception at the Windsor Station. We hope you’ll plan to experience one of Montréal’s many renowned restaurants to complete your evening. Friday night will be a spectacular evening at the exclusive Arsenal, and of course the traditional highlight of our meeting is the Saturday night induction of new Fellows and Black Tie Banquet in the hotel ballroom, followed by dancing and the time-honored “Sing Along”. Tours and unique activities offered on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons promise to provide opportunities to explore the area and discover all that Montréal has to offer. We encourage you to register early in anticipation of another sell-out meeting. You will receive confirmation of your registration immediately by registering online through the College’s website, at actl.com. You may also register by fax or mail using the registration form included with this brochure. Please contact the National Office staff at (949) 752-1801 or [email protected] if you have questions. We look forward to seeing you in Montréal. Sincerely, Bartholomew J. Dalton President Don't foget to update your Passport. GENERAL INFORMATION Join us at one of Montréal’s most iconic landmarks. Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth has re-established its place as Montréal’s leading luxury hotel following a $140 million transformation project which was completed in June and celebrates Montréal’s history. PLAN TO STAY PLAN TO PLAY PLAN AHEAD FAIRMONT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH AREA ATTRACTIONS CHECK YOUR PASSPORT 900 Rene Levesque Blvd. W. Whether you take advantage of one of the It is important to give yourself plenty of time in Montréal, Québec, Canada H3B 4A5 College’s custom private tours or explore preparation for this year’s Annual Meeting in Hotel telephone: (514) 861-3511 on your own, you will find no shortage of Canada. Make sure you know your state’s TSA www.fairmont.com/queen-elizabeth-montreal/ interesting, exciting things to do during your requirements, and be sure to allow plenty of To follow the evolution of the hotel’s transfor- downtime. Immerse yourself in Montréal’s lead time for processing any new or updated mation, visit www.fairmontmontreal.com. famed “joie de vivre” and explore the many passports. As a general rule, passports should facets of this vibrant city, including museums have at least six months of validity when HOTEL RESERVATIONS: When you receive your and scenic parks, the impressive culinary traveling internationally. Also, don’t forget the meeting registration confirmation email from scene, or take part in the city’s 375th currency exchange – the pricing for the hotel the ACTL Meetings Department, it will include Anniversary celebrations. is in Canadian dollars. the group booking code needed to make your hotel reservation. Please register by August 22 WELLNESS CENTRE AIRPORT ARRIVAL & TRANSPORTATION in order to secure your accommodations at the Enjoy the renewed wellness center on the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth is located preferred ACTL group rate. lower hotel concourse, including a gym and a approximately 14 miles from the Montréal- redesigned pool. Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport ACTL GROUP RATES: By registering online at (YUL). There is a flat rate of $40 CAD to actl.com, you will receive immediate access to AMENITIES downtown hotels by taxi. ACTL’s group room reservation webpage via the Complimentary wireless internet will be link in your meeting confirmation email. available in all guestrooms booked within the WEATHER ACTL rooming block. Two complimentary bottles September in Montréal is sunny and warm $229 CAD+ tax per night of water will be provided in each guest room with average temperatures in the mid to high every day, and there will be a hospitality area for 70’s. For optimal comfort, plan to layer clothing Group Rate Deadline: August 22, 2017, or until our attendees in the ballroom foyer on Thursday when exploring the city by foot. ACTL block is sold out. from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. SPECIAL MEALS & DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Government Rates: A limited number of rooms Alternate meal choices are available at all at the government rate is available on a first- College meal functions. If you have individual come, first-served basis. Please contact the dietary allergies, needs, or concerns, please National Office to request a government-rate email [email protected] or use the room. Room types may vary. drop-down menu when registering at actl.com. BANQUET SEATING Fellows registered by August 18 for Saturday night’s Banquet and Induction Ceremony will be assigned to tables with Fellows from their state/province or region. If you prefer to sit with Fellows in different Regions, please email your request to actlmeetings@actl. com. After August 18, seats will be assigned as space is available and individual requests may not be honored. 4 INVITED SPEAKERS JAY S. BILAS, ESQ. MOORE & VAN ALLEN CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA An Emmy nominated basketball analyst, Jay Bilas provides courtside and studio commentary for ESPN and CBS Sports. As co-host of ESPN’s College GameDay, College Gamenight and CBS Sports’ coverage of the NCAA Tournament, Bilas is well-known for his basketball knowledge, player evaluation and analysis. Sports Illustrated has called Bilas the best college basketball analyst in the country. While an active litigator with Moore & Van Allen, Bilas delivered similar high-powered performances in the courtroom. A former professional basketball player, he was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 1986 and played three seasons in Italy and Spain. As a four-year starter at Duke University (1983-1986) under Mike Krzyzewski, he helped lead the Blue Devils to the NCAA Final Four and National Championship Game in 1986 with a record of 37-3. KATE BOLDUAN HON. DENIS CODERRE BROADCAST JOURNALIST/ANCHOR, CNN MAYOR, CITY OF MONTRÉAL NEW YORK, NEW YORK MONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC Kate Bolduan is a CNN anchor and host of CNN’s morning Mr. Denis Coderre was elected Mayor show At This Hour and State of America on CNN Interna- of the City of Montréal on November 3, Rue St Jean tional. Previously, Bolduan co-anchored “New Day” with 2013. He is also President of the Mon- Chris Cuomo and “The Situation Room” with Wolf Blitzer. She tréal Metropolitan Community, which also served as one of CNN’s congressional correspondents, includes all the municipalities of the covering the activities of the U.S. House and Senate. As a member of the Capitol Hill Montréal urban area. Previously, Mr. Coderre held several min- unit, Bolduan reported on the legislative cycle and congressional events, including the isterial functions and other positions within the Government negotiations to increase the federal debt limit and the super committee deliberations. of Canada, including Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Previously, as a general assignment correspondent, Bolduan covered a wide-range of President of the Queen's Privy Council, Minister responsible for stories including the 2009 Christmas Day bombing attempt, gun rights in McDonald v. the Francophony, Secretary of State for Amateur Sport, Special City of Chicago, and religious freedom in Salazar v. Buono. She also provided cover- Advisor to the Prime Minister on Haiti, and Federal Interlocutor age of the rollout of the government’s stimulus plan in 2009. Bolduan joined CNN in for Métis and Non-Status Indians. He assumed these func- 2007 as a national correspondent for CNN Newsource, providing breaking news coverage tions in his capacity of elected Deputy in the House of Com- and feature reports for more than 800 CNN Newsource affiliates. During her time with mons from 1997 to 2013, representing the Bourassa County Newsource, Bolduan covered the 2008 presidential election and traveled throughout the voters (Montréal) who elected him six times. Mr. Coderre is U.S. covering national headlines, including the Minneapolis bridge collapse, O.J. Simpson President of Metropolis, the world association of the major me- armed robbery case and launches and landings of the retiring NASA space shuttle fleet. tropolises as well as Climate Change Ambassador to this As- sociation of cities of more than one million inhabitants. He is also member of the Advisory Committee of Local Authorities to THE RT. HON. DAVID JOHNSTON, CC, CMM, CDM, CD the United Nations (UNACLA). He is married to Mrs. Chantale GOVERNOR GENERAL OF CANADA Renaud and they have two children, Alexandre and Geneviève. OTTAWA, ONTARIO On October 1, 2010, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston was sworn in to serve as Canada’s 28th governor gen- eral. His mandate focuses on strengthening the pillars of learning and innovation, philanthropy, volunteerism, families, and chil- dren. He has launched a number of major new programs and initiatives, including My Giving Moment and the Governor General’s Innovation Awards. He revitalized the Caring Canadian Award program, which recognizes individuals who volunteer their time to help others and, with Her Majesty The Queen’s approval, he supported the creation of the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers, an official Crown honour.
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