Who says legal conferences are boring?
Mark your calendars for a captivating blend of excitement, relaxation, connection, and insightful legal panel discussions at our extraordinary Las Vegas legal event.
Day 1 - Arrival Day
Go on an Optional Excursion!
Kick off your journey with a casual Meet & Greet, Vegas-style. If you are an adventure lover, don’t miss our optional Grand Canyon trip!
Day 2 - Conference Day #1
Meet our Speakers!
Fuel up with a Continental Breakfast and dive into engaging conference sessions. Discuss this year’s focus areas, Criminal Law, Litigation and Advocacy, with our keynote speakers. Cap it off with the famous Vegas Pool Party!
Day 3 - Conference Day #2
Learn from the Panelists!
Enjoy a lavish Champagne Breakfast before immersing yourself in captivating conference sessions.
Day 4 - Closing Party
Celebrate, Connect, and Unwind!
Join us for an evening of celebration, forging connections, and unraveling enigmatic delights at our Closing Party!
Las Vegas 2025 Itinerary
*ONLY Events with EST listed times are available to online participants*
*Keynote Speaker
Courtroom Advocacy
Out of Courtroom Advocacy
Fun Topics
Day 1 - Arrival day
7:00PM – 9:00PM: Omega Mart Immersive Experience
More Events to Come!
Day 2 - Conference DAY #1
8:30AM – 9:15AM (11:30AM – 12:15PM EST): Adam Goodman’s Fun Welcome
9:15AM – 10:15AM (12:15PM – 1:15PM EST): Dayvid Figler: The Intersection Between Gambling & Criminal Justice
10:15AM – 11:00 AM (1:15PM – 2:00PM EST): Solomon Friedman: TBD
11:00AM – 11:20AM: Break
11:20AM – 12:20PM (2:20PM – 3:20PM EST): Solomon Friedman & Jessyca Greenwood: Navigating Pre-Charge Investigations
12:20PM – 12:50PM (3:20PM – 3:50PM EST): Elena Ashford: Border Crossing Primer
1:30PM – 6:00PM: Destination CPD’s Famous Pool Party (Sponsored by Brian Kolman)
More Events to Come!
Day 3 - cONFERENCE DAY #2
9:00AM – 10:00 AM: Champagne Breakfast
10:00AM – 10:30AM (1:00PM – 1:30PM EST): Mathias Dos: Financial Compliance and the LSO
10:30AM – 11:30AM (1:30PM – 2:30PM EST): Women in Canadian Criminal Defence (WiCCD) Panel: Intersecting Criminal Law and ‘other’ Laws
11:30AM – 12:00PM (2:30PM – 3:00PM EST): Simon Borys: Incarceration & Parole Workshop
12:00PM – 1:00PM (3:00PM – 4:00PM EST): Simon Borys & Elena Ashford Panel: Building a Practice that Works for You w/ Genevieve Zizzo
1:00PM – 2:15PM: Lunch
2:15PM – 2:45PM (5:15PM – 5:45PM EST): Chandler: TBD
2:45PM – 3:15PM (5:45PM – 6:15PM EST): TBD
3:15PM – 4:00PM (6:15PM – 7:00PM EST): Carolynn Conron: Persuasion Science
More Events to Come!
Day 4 - FINAL DAY
7:00PM – 10:00PM: Suite Party @ Fontainbleau
7:30PM – 8:00PM (10:30PM – 11:00PM EST): Closing Roundtable
More Events to Come!
Speaker Spotlight
Dayvid Figler
The Intersection Between Gambling & Criminal Justice
Dayvid Figler is a nationally recognized expert at the intersection of criminal justice and gaming. He has advised numerous gaming jurisdictions on legal frameworks and programming focused on responsible gaming and problem gambling. A key figure in the creation of Nevada’s first problem gambling diversion court, Dayvid played an instrumental role in shaping what quickly became a national model for innovative, therapeutic justice.
Solomon Friedman & Jessica Greenwood
Navigating Pre-Charge Investigations
In today’s digital world, the consequences of simply being charged with an offense can be life-altering—Google records often carry more weight than official criminal records. This session will explore how legal counsel can best support clients under investigation, whether in criminal, employment, or regulatory contexts, and when it may be necessary to bring in additional counsel.
WiCCD Panel
Intersecting Criminal Law and 'other' Laws
Criminal charges often come with consequences that extend into other areas of law. This panel will explore key issues defence counsel should watch for when files involve overlapping legal matters—family, immigration, and civil. From custody complications to immigration risks and civil liability in cases like motor vehicle accidents or assaults, our speakers will offer practical strategies for navigating these complex intersections. Panelists include Trudi-Ann Newby-Parkes (immigration), Karen Seeley (family), and a civil law/personal injury lawyer to be confirmed.
Simon Borys
Incarceration and Parole Workshop
This session will explore the realities of incarceration and parole, covering topics like managing violence and conflict in custody, protective custody options, and medical issues while incarcerated. It will address parole eligibility, timelines for hearings on provincial and federal sentences, and when parole may not be in the client’s best interest. Practical advice will be given on preparing clients for parole, including bail, engaging in programming, risk assessments, and managing attitudes in both criminal courts and correctional systems.
Building a Practice that Works for You Panel
This session will explore how law offers the flexibility to build a practice that aligns with personal freedom and lifestyle preferences. Whether in criminal law or an adjacent field, it’s possible to focus on enjoyable and fulfilling work. The session will feature talks on how practitioners have tailored their practices to meet personal goals, followed by practical strategies for building a practice that works for individual needs, with time for Q&A.
Omega Mart Emersive Experience
When: Wed 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Where: Omega Mart Las Vegas. (3215 S Rancho Dr #100)
What: Join us for an evening at an Immersive art Adventure. Step inside, explore, and uncover the unexpected.
Destination CPD's Famous Pool Party
When: Thurs 1:30PM – 6:00PM
Where: Fontainebleau Pool
What: Join us for our annual private pool party, sponsored by Brian Kolman. Come relax, mingle, and enjoy the sun!
Suite Party!
When: Sat 7:00PM – 10:00PM
Where: Fontainebleau (suite TBD)
What: Come finish an incredible weekend with a night of drinks, snacks, and joyful banter!
Social Events
The Ultimate Legal Rendezvous
Join us for an exhilarating journey of learning and socializing, where every single day promises to bring something thrilling and remarkable!
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General Admission (Planet Hollywood)
$625
(except Grand Canyon tour)
General Admission (Other Accommodations)
$725
(except Grand Canyon tour)
VIP Package
$1100
(except Grand Canyon tour)
2025 PRE-REGISTRATION: General Admission
$425
Prices Go Up May 1, 2024
Optional Grand Canyon Excursion
This year we are offering the optional excursion to visit the Grand Canyon and sightsee one of the seven wonders of the world! Las Vegas 2024 attendees are welcome to add this to their itinerary. Optional excursion details are:
- May 22, 2024: departing around 5-6 AM
- 4 Hours exploration time total (not including travel time)
- Lunch is included!
Please send your booking confirmation to adam@destinationcpd.com to verify your participation.
