Events

The Maryland Chapter of the Federal Bar Association recently sponsored "Introduction to Federal Practice." More than 50 lawyers attended the program, which was held at the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. Courthouse in Baltimore.

Litigating a bankruptcy case requires specialized skill and knowledge. Join Kramon & Graham principal Jean Lewis and other panelists for an in depth discussion of the procedures and nuances of litigating in bankruptcy court proceedings.

At the ABA Annual Litigation Conference, Kramon & Graham principal Dave Shuster will participate in a panel discussion on the intentional destruction of ESI.

Earlier this month, appellate attorney Steven Klepper moderated a panel called "Appellate Practice Tips from the Bench and Bar."

At the recent 2018 New Trial Judge Orientation, firm co-founder Andrew Jay Graham presented "Grievance Hearings" with Lydia Lawless, Maryland Bar Counsel.

Kramon & Graham attorneys will present at the 10^th annual First Party Claims Conference taking place October 15 – 17 in Warwick, RI.

Andrew Jay Graham was a panelist at the Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association's 22nd Annual Spring Break Weekend workshop.

At the 2018 ABA Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee CLE Seminar in Tucson, Kramon & Graham Insurance Coverage principal Ezra Gollogly will explore issues relevant to general contractors, subcontractors, and their insurers.

Where appropriate, Kramon & Graham uses artificial intelligence to make data-intensive tasks more productive and economical for clients. Use of AI enables our attorneys to focus more on case strategy and to pass on to clients the efficiency and value technology offers.

Join Kramon & Graham principals John Bourgeois and Geoff Genth and Under Armour Managing Counsel, Litigation Kristin Pickett Herber for valuable insights, practical tips, and guidance for all types and phases of ADR.

Kramon & Graham principal Natalie McSherry, Summer Hughes Niazy, and Catherine Steiner from Pessin, Katz will co-present “Controlled Dangerous Substances Practices & Pitfalls.”

Appellate practice leader Steve Klepper recently moderated “Maryland Impact Decisions,” a panel discussion covering some of the most important decisions that the Court of Appeals of Maryland issued over the past year.

Kramon & Graham attorney Justin Redd will co-present “Without A Trace: Preventing, Spotting and Addressing ESI Destruction,” at the Bar Association Baltimore of Baltimore City.

Litigation principals Jim Ulwick and Natalie McSherry are featured instructors at the Legal Services Advocates Trial Skills Program, "One Day Boot Camp Trial Training," presented by The American College of Trial Lawyers, ABA Litigation Section, MSBA Litigation Section, FBA - Maryland Chapter, and Maryland Legal Aid.

Firm principal Andrew Jay Graham recently participated in "Tips & Advice for Responding to the Commission on Judicial Disabilities," a panel discussion sponsored by the Maryland Circuit Judges Association.

Kramon & Graham principals Dave Shuster and Jean Lewis will co-present “Preventing, Spotting and Addressing ESI Destruction” at the Maryland State Bar Association Annual Meeting taking place June 14 – 17 in Ocean City, Maryland.

Kramon & Graham appellate attorney Steve Klepper will lead a panel of experienced Supreme Court observers and advocates in “United States Supreme Court Year in Review,” a review of the Court's 2016 term, including its most high profile cases.

At "Introduction to Federal Practice," sponsored by the Maryland Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, more than 75 lawyers recently attended CLE sessions on jurisdiction, venue and removal, discovery, mediation, and summary judgment motions. 

The legal landscape for independent schools is increasingly complex -- and increasingly risky. School administrators are confronted every day with new challenges in protecting students, faculty and staff, board members, and other stake holders, while preserving the institution's mission and viability.

Kramon & Graham principal John Dougherty will present The Maryland False Claims Act Today at the February 2017 ACC-Baltimore Chapter luncheon.

The public failure of the nonprofit Wounded Warriors to act as a responsible steward of donor funding has many other charitable organizations scrambling to ensure their policies and procedures can withstand scrutiny and that their administrative costs are in line.

Kramon & Graham principals Geoff Genth, Dave Shuster, and U.S. District Judge George Hazel recently led a discussion on jurisdiction, removal, and venue at the Maryland Chapter of the Federal Bar Association program "Introduction to Federal Practice."

Cyclists today feel more vulnerable than ever. The cyclist-motorist relationship is at an all-time low. In the past five years, Maryland has seen 3,800 car-bike crashes. Thirty riders have been killed and another 3,100 have been injured. Our cycling community has become, unfortunately, all too familiar with these tragedies. Each of these incidents presents complicated legal issues and raise important questions about the safety and legal rights of cyclists.

Kramon & Graham Appellate attorney Steve Klepper will present “Growing Your Appellate Practice, Both Within and Without,” at the DRI Appellate Advocacy Seminar in Scottsdale, AZ.

Kramon & Graham Insurance Coverage principal  Steve Klepper will lead a panel in “Mid-Construction Losses: The Intersection of Liability and Builder's Risk Coverage,” at the ABA's 24th Annual Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee and Mid-Year Program in Phoenix, AZ.

Kramon & Graham principals John Bourgeois and Ezra Gollogly presented “The Yates Memo: What Corporate Counsel Needs to Know,” at the January 2016 ACC-Baltimore Chapter luncheon at Roy's Restaurant.

The legal landscape for independent schools is increasingly complex --and increasingly risky. From the dramatic headline-making news of multimillion dollar verdicts (Hotchkiss), to perennial employment claims and collection issues, independent school heads are confronted every day with new challenges in protecting students, faculty and staff, board members, and other stake holders, while preserving the institution's mission and viability.

Geoff Genth presented, “Can Schools Limit Liability Through Exculpatory Clauses?” at the Perspectives on International Travel: Critical Legal & Insurance Considerations for Independent Schools Workshop hosted by RCM&D.

On April 24, 2015, at the annual Forensic Valuation Conference of the Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA), managing principal David Shuster served as an invited speaker on the subject of becoming a successful expert witness.

Cynthia Berman moderated the CREW-Baltimore program entitled “Women of Influence” on April 23^rd.

Firm principal David Shuster served as a guest speaker during the ABA's Spring 2015 National Malpractice Conference in Washington, D.C.

Two Kramon & Graham principals participated in a presentation on subject matter jurisdiction, venue, and removal at the Northern Division of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland on April 3, 2015.

On February 25, 2015, Kramon & Graham principals George Brown and David Shuster gave a presentation to the Baltimore Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel.

Managing Principal David J. Shuster was honored to be asked again to serve as an instructor in the Court of Appeals' Professionalism Course for New Admittees of the Maryland Bar.

On November 14, 2104, Ezra Gollogly and Steven Klepper participated in a panel composed of leading federal appellate practitioners to discuss recent key civil and criminal decisions of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

On May 16, 2014, firm principal David Shuster was invited to speak at the 2014 Forensic Valuation Conference sponsored by the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants.

On May 7, 2014, during a meeting of the Baltimore Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel, Kramon & Graham attorney David Shuster participated in a panel discussion on the subject of appellate practice and procedure.

Firm principal Natalie McSherry participated in a panel program presented by the Judicial Institute of Maryland on April 10, 2014.

Three Kramon & Graham principals participated in a panel discussion on subject matter jurisdiction, venue, and removal at the Southern Division of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.

On April 7, 2014, Cynthia Berman will join representatives of Merritt Properties, LLC to present a program to University of Baltimore students on how to develop and manage commercial real estate.

David Shuster was invited to speak at the membership meeting of the Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors of Maryland.

Amy Askew, an experienced trial lawyer, gave a presentation to the members of Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc.

David Shuster gave a presentation to the Baltimore Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel on October 20, 2013 on the subject of preparing corporate representatives for corporate designee depositions and the pitfalls of unprepared witnesses.

David Shuster presented at the Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA) Business Valuation Conference.

David Shuster recently participated in a roundtable discussion.

The full-day academy will feature several experienced trial attorneys as presenters.

The program, titled Trailblazers in the Industry, was a discussion of the panelists' paths to success in the real estate industry.

Ezra Gollogly moderates panel discussion.

David Shuster was invited to return as an instructor of the Court of Appeals' Professionalism Course for New Admittees of the Maryland Bar.