Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association upcoming events

Insurance Defense Billing Program presented by MDLA (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Presented by Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association (MDLA) President-Elect Chris Dunnells of Chartwell Law in Ridgeland, Mississippi, this webinar is designed for attorneys and paralegals new to the world of insurance defense, as well as experienced civil defense attorneys looking for a fresh perspective. We’ll tackle one of the most important aspects of our practice that is rarely, if ever, taught in law school: Billing.

From 30,000 feet concepts to ultra-specific tips and tricks, we will address common mistakes in billing time, how to properly capture all of the time spent on a task, and suggest phrasing and tools to incorporate into your everyday law practice.

This webinar will take place Wednesday, September 30th at Noon CST/ 1pm EST for one hour. **This is an informational webinar only, no CLE**

TO REGISTER for this event CLICK HERE to be directed to the MDLA website. Webinar link will be circulated by Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association prior to the webinar.

The Parallels of the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct and the Rules of Golf (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Please join us for this TDLA Free Webinar presentation by TDLA Past President Steve Dix with Dix and Massey in Murfreesboro on Wednesday November 4th at Noon CST/ 1pm EST.

This engaging presentation explores the parallels between the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct and the Rules of Golf, using real-world stories and video clips to illustrate key ethical principles. Topics include attorney competence, client communication, advocacy, supervision, and the unique ethical considerations facing insurance defense attorneys, with practical lessons drawn from both the courtroom and the golf course. Attendees will gain valuable insights into professional responsibility while enjoying a creative and memorable comparison between the practice of law and the game of golf.

TDLA will apply for one hour of TN Ethics credit. Zoom webinar link will be distributed to registrants prior to the webinar.

6th Annual Southeastern Women Litigators Summit (04 Mar 2027)

Thu, 04 Mar 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Save the Date! Women litigators in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee are teaming up again to support, educate and advance women civil defense litigators at the 6th Annual Southeastern Women Litigators Summit (SEWL) from March 4-5, 2027 in Chattanooga, TN.

TO REGISTER: Registration will open soon. More information will be on www.sewl.org

AGENDA: Agenda coming soon!

Location

Westin Chattanooga
801 Pine Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402