Firm Events
District Court vs. PTAB: Strategic Forum Selection in Life Sciences Patent Disputes
December 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
In this episode of our special Regulatory Oversight: Solicitors General Insights series, Jeff Johnson is joined by District of Columbia Solicitor General Caroline Van Zile and Washington Solicitor General Noah Purcell to discuss their respective offices, and the distinct challenges and focuses of each. Noah shares insights into the Washington Solicitor General’s Office, and Caroline discusses the multifaceted nature of the District of Columbia Solicitor General’s Office, as they balance a diverse array of appellate work and providing legal advice on novel issues.
The episode explores the pressing legal challenges and cases currently being addressed by each office. This includes litigation against federal policies and the defense of state laws in Washington, alongside consumer protection cases in the District of Columbia. The conversation then transitions to two pivotal U.S. Supreme Court cases that examine the intricate relationship between public education, religious freedoms, and state action. These cases raise critical questions about parental rights and the role of charter schools within the public education system. Throughout the episode, Caroline and Noah offer insightful perspectives on the potential ramifications of these cases, emphasizing their broader impact on state and local governments.
The episode concludes with a reflection on the rewarding aspects of their roles and the importance of their work in shaping public policy and serving their communities.
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Speaking Engagements
Performance on Trial: The Construction Manager’s Standard of Care Examined from All Angles
December 2, 2026 | 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM ET
The Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
Speaking Engagements
ACI’s 31st Annual Conference on Drug & Medical Device Litigation – 2026
December 2 – 3, 2026
New York Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
Speaking Engagements
Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2026
November 19, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM ET
PLI New York
1177 Avenue of the Americas, Entrance on 45th Street, New York, NY 10036