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Stephen Gilson to Address Ethical Challenges in Internal Communications at APRL Mid-Year Meeting in Phoenix

Kaiser attorney Stephen Gilson will be a featured speaker at the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers (APRL) Mid-Year Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, scheduled for January 31st. This event gathers top legal ethics attorneys, judges, and academics to address critical issues shaping the legal profession today.

Steve will join Angie Jones, Global Vice President of Developer Relations at Block, Inc.; Liz Simon, Associate General Counsel at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, LLP; and Malvika Sinha, Partner at Coppersmith Brockelman PLC on a panel titled “From Inbox to Infamy: When Internal Communications Come Back to Bite Ya!” This engaging session will examine best practices for email and digital communication, offering valuable insights into strategies for advising clients and colleagues on appropriate use. With the growing importance of effective communication in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven legal environment, the panelists will explore the potential legal and reputational consequences of not adhering to these standards. Attendees can expect to gain practical tools and actionable guidance for navigating communication pitfalls.

Steve will bring his expertise and practical insights to the conversation, offering innovative solutions for addressing challenging ethical issues. His participation reflects Kaiser’s longstanding commitment to excellence in legal ethics and professional responsibility. The firm’s Ethics and Legal Malpractice practice team provides comprehensive services to attorneys, firms, and other legal professionals, focusing on navigating ethical dilemmas, resolving malpractice claims, and ensuring compliance with professional standards.