Convention
Join us as we move into "The New Era"
Catch up with old friends, make some new ones, and hear from our exceptional presenters.
(Check back for updates as more information becomes available.)
8.5 WSBA CLE Credits Pending
Thursday July 20, 2023 |
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3:00-5:00 p.m. | Trial Boot Camp Moot Court Championship Trial Attorney to Mediator: Tips on Resolving Disputes Roy Umlauf, Kubik Mediation Group |
Friday July 21, 2023 |
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8:30-9:30 a.m. | Welcome to Canada: Everything You Wanted to Know about Litigating In Canada Jonathan Hodes, Miller Thompson |
9:30-10:45 a.m. | A Deeper Look at Henderson Panel Discussion Moderated by Rory Cosgrove, Carney Badley Spellman Panelists: Judge Brad Maxa, Court of Appeals Div 2, Roy Umlauf, Kubik Mediation Group |
10:45-11:00 a.m. | Break |
11:00 a.m.-Noon | A Fireside Chat with a Litigation Legend Roy Umlauf, Kubik Mediation Group, and Kim Reppart, Forsberg & Umlauf |
Saturday July 22, 2023 |
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8:30-9:30 a.m. | Ethics John Erlick, JDR |
9:30-10:30 a.m. | The State of Anti-SLAPP in WA: A Discussion of Jha v. Khan Bruce E. H. Johnson and Caesar Kalinowski, Davis Wright Tremaine |
10:30-10:45 a.m. | Break & Core Sponsor Raffle Prizes |
10:45 a.m.-Noon |
Coaching Leaders and Facilitating Change
Denise Gaskin, RavenWork |
1:00 p.m. | Women's Networking Lunch Featuring Denise Gaskin, Executive Coach RavenWork |
Convention Registration
Please login to your WDTL account to receive the appropriate rate.
Member Type | |
WDTL Members | $550 |
Past Presidents | $350 |
Guests | $200 |
Kids (ages 3-11) | $50 |
Core Sponsors (2 reps included w/your annual sponsorship) | $0 |
Additional Core Sponsor Representatives (Additional company reps or guests) | $250 |
Vendors Are you interested in representing your services and networking with top level attorneys? The WDTL Annual Meeting & Convention is the place to be! Please contact Maggie Sweeney maggie@wdtl.org for details. |
$2500 |
Registration includes Thursday evening reception, breakfast on Friday & Saturday, the Friday President’s Party, the Saturday evening Cocktail Party & Awards Dinner, an extensive CLE Program, and a souvenir for each registrant. Children’s registration includes breakfast Friday & Saturday and dinner/entertainment on Thursday and Saturday evenings. Kids programs are designed for kids ages 3 to 11 (diaper-free).
Cancellation Policy: Registrants canceling their Convention Registration prior to June 20 will receive a refund less a $75.00 handling fee. No refunds after June 20. Substitutions welcome.
Book Your Room By June 20, 2023!
Fairmont Chateau Whistler4599 Chateau Boulevard
Whistler, BC, CA, V8E 0Z5
604.938.8000
To make resort reservations under the WDTL room block, please use the link in your confirmation email.
The WDTL room block closes Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
Room Type | Nightly Rate |
Deluxe | $409 CAD |
Alpine Suite | $519 CAD |
Fairmont Gold | $569 CAD |
Junior Valley View Suite | $599 CAD |
Additional Resort Fee: $20 CAD per day per room plus applicable tax.
Reservations made after June 20 are subject to room and rate availability.
Golf Tournament
Friday, July 21 | 12:30 p.m.
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Course
Includes box lunch, cart and prizes.
Players of all ability levels are encouraged to participate.
No refunds for golf tournament registration after July 7 but substitutions are welcome.
Appropriate golf attire required.
https://www.fairmont.com/whistler/golf/fairmont-chateau-whistler-golf-club/
Activities
Fun Run: If golf isn’t your swing, join Erin Seeberger for this at your own pace fun run/ walk.
Kids Activities: We will provide dinner & entertainment on Thursday and Saturday evenings. Kids programs are designed for children ages 3 to 11 (diaper-free).
Welcome Reception: Start the weekend off with networking and fun on Thursday night, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Dinner on Thursday will be on your own.)
President's Party: Join us Friday, July 21 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. as we celebrate outgoing WDTL President, Jon Morrone at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.
Women's Networking Lunch: Saturday, July 22, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. $50 per person.
Cocktail Party & Awards Dinner: Saturday, July 22, close out the Convention as we honor the recipient of the WDTL President's Award. Dressy casual attire is recommended.
Convention Attire: Casual resort wear recommended except where noted.
WDTL invites our Law Firm partners to join us in sponsoring the Convention. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Maggie Sweeney at maggie@wdtl.org.
Thank You WDTL Core Sponsors!
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