ATTENDEES REGISTER NOW!
Insurance or In-House Counsel Attendees
$150
CEU/CLE credits
Attendance at reception & conference
Conference materials & gift
Thursday & Friday breakfast
Thursday lunch
Networking opportunities
All Other Non-Insurance Attendees
$400
CEU/CLE credits
Attendance at reception & conference
Conference materials & gift
Thursday & Friday breakfast
Thursday lunch
Networking opportunities
ABOUT THE FETTI CONFERENCE
Each year FETTI convenes in the Chicago area to host a world-class seminar on a broad range of environmental issues with nationally recognized speakers. At our seminar, professionals who are recognized experts in their fields offer informative and provocative programs to enhance our members’ understanding of the ever-changing environmental and toxic tort issues they face in their professions.
The National FETTI Annual Conference is September 27 – 29, 2023. All of the conference educational sessions are located in the Main Lounge of the Union League Club of Chicago (ULCC) at 65 W. Jackson Street in Chicago, Illinois. Additional reception events are held elsewhere within the ULCC and at other nearby Chicago destinations.
HOTEL
Union League Club of Chicago (ULCC)
65 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60604
Call the ULCC (312) 427-7800 and reference the FETTI Conference to receive a special rate. There is a limited number of rooms so book early!
EVENT FAQS
How do I register and pay for this year’s FETTI conference? What if I am a sponsor? A speaker?
You can Register Online & Pay Online OR Register & Mail in a Check.
If you choose to pay by check, pick Register Online & Mail Check to register online and then send a check or money order made out to “The National Forum for Environmental and Toxic Tort Issues” to:
FETTI
c/o Anthony Goldner
Wilson Elser 55 West Monroe
Suite 3800
Chicago, IL 60602
Insurance company representatives and in-house counsel pay $150.00 per person. All others pay $400.00 per person. For our out-of-towners, don’t forget to complete the registration process by reserving a room at the Union League Club of Chicago. Mention the FETTI Conference to get our special rate!
SPONSOR NOTE: Attendees are included with Corporate Sponsorship this year (4 for Platinum, 3 for Gold, 2 for Silver and 1 for Bronze). Click here if you wish to sponsor this year’s conference.
SPEAKER NOTE: If you are selected as a speaker, click here to register.
Does registration include a hotel room?
No, the hotel reservation is not included with the conference registration. You may make a reservation at the Union League Club of Chicago (ULCC) separately by calling (312) 427-7800 . Mention FETTI for our special rate.
When and where is this year’s FETTI conference?
The National FETTI Annual Conference is September 27 – 29, 2023. All of the conference events are located in the Main Lounge of the Union League Club of Chicago (ULCC) at 65 W. Jackson Street in Chicago, Illinois.
Who should attend this year’s FETTI conference?
FETTI’s audience generally consists of insurance professionals, attorneys and supporting consultants. FETTI is designed to provide environmental insurance industry professionals with updates and education on the latest trends associated with environmental and toxic tort issues. Our conference provides continuing education units (CEUs) and continuing legal education (CLE) credits for insurance representatives and counsel, respectively.
Can my company sponsor FETTI’s conference?
Yes! FETTI allows for online sponsorship registration and payment for Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship levels, each of which include their own set of benefits. For details regarding sponsoring, please click here or contact Board Member Jack McCants at jack.mccants@fetti.org.
How do I get CE and/or CLE for FETTI?
The conference is typically approved for 10-12 CE/CLE credit hours depending on the state. You sign up at the conference for CE and CLE. CE and CLE certificates are issued by Perrin Conferences typically about 2 months after the conference ends. If you have questions or need assistance with CE or CLE, contact Bonnie Lambiase at bonnie.christner.lambiase@fetti.org.
Can I speak at a FETTI conference?
Yes! Following each year’s conference, the FETTI board will post a speaker application on our website, http://www.fetti.org. The deadline for completing the application is around April 1st, and speaker slots are typically awarded in May.
How do I contact a Board Member?
Each of FETTI Board member’s contact information is provided in the web page bios listed below.
Bonnie Christner Lambiase, CLE/CE Coordinator
Linda Bondi Morrison, Secretary
The Annual FETTI Conference provides Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for insurance claims handlers, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for attorneys and networking opportunities for vendors in an elegant Downtown Chicago setting.
FETTI ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 |
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| 5:00 – 7:00 pm | Networking Reception | |
Thursday, September 28, 2023 |
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| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Continental Breakfast | |
| 7:50 – 8:00 am | Opening Remarks | |
| 8:00 – 8:30 am
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Coverage Law Update
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Charles Browning Plunkett Cooney, PC Bloomfield Hills, MI |
| 8:30 – 9:15 am | Environmental Justice Considerations Affecting Environmental Requirements and Costs
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Adam Love Roux Oakland, CA Matt Bures Rob Petti Joann Dickinson |
| 9:15 – 10:00 am | Ethical Considerations in Litigation Funding
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Daniel Furshpan Rivkin Radler LLP Uniondale, NY Steve Schulwolf Giugi Carminati |
| 10:00 – 10:15 am | Break | |
| 10:15 –11:00 am | Ethylene Oxide: Examining the Science & Regulations Driving EtO Litigation
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Peter Kelso Roux Associates, Inc. Arlington, Virginia Ryan Gillespie Steven Hart Catie Boston David Fusco |
| 11:00 –11:45 pm | Cancer Cluster
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Audrey Anyaele Maron Marvel Bradley Anderson & Tardy LLC Jersey City, NJ Rob Dille Hung Cheung |
| 11:45 – 12:15 pm | Climate Change Claims: From CO2 to CGL
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Konrad Krebs Clyde & Co US LLP Philadelphia, PA Yvonne Schulte Dean Seman |
| 12:15 – 1:00 pm | Lunch | |
| 1:00 – 1:45 pm | PFAS: What Moves Do You Make in a Universe of Uncertainty?
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Brian Gross MG+M The Law Firm Boston, MA Max Swetman Melissa Hamer |
| 1:45 – 2:15 pm | The Spreading, Fate, and Implications of Wastewater-Derived Emerging Contaminants in Our Food and Water Systems
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Jase Hixson, Ph.D. August Mack Environmental, Inc. Indianapolis, IN Brianna Schroeder |
| 2:15 – 3:00 pm | A Judicial Perspective on Mass Tort Litigation
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Judge Elizabeth McWilliams Cook County Circuit Court Judge Chicago, IL |
| Boarding between 3:30 – 4:00 pm Departs at 4:00 pm Returns at 6:00 pm |
FETTI ODYSSEY RIVER CRUISE RECEPTION 455 N Cityfront Plaza Drive, Chicago (Business Casual Attire) |
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Friday, September 29, 2023 |
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| 7:00 – 8:00 am | Continental Breakfast | |
| 8:00 – 8:45 am | Asbestos Litigation: Over-Naming, Trust Transparency and Other Developments
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Mark A. Behrens Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP Washington, D.C. Mary Margaret Gay Fred Schaefer |
| 8:45 – 9:15 am | The Tale of Two Costs: Are Environmental RI/FS Costs Defense or Indemnity?
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Jessica La Londe Duane Morris LLP San Francisco, CA Christine Ross |
| 9:15 – 10:00 am | Going off the Rails
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John McMeekin Rawle & Henderson LLP Philadelphia, PA |
| 10:00 – 10:15 am | Break | |
| 10:15 – 10:45 am | When It Rains It Pours…Mold, Stormwater and Sediment Runoff Claims During Construction
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Sandra Gaurin The Vertex Companies LLC Freehold, NJ Sara Brothers Robin Kelliher Brian Margolies |
| 10:45 – 11:15 am | Are the Wat(t)ers Receding? WOTUS After Sackett
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Philip Watters Rimkus Houston, TX Drew Silton |
| 11:15 –11:45 pm | Emerging Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) Coverage Issues and Regulations
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Bill Joern Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP Chicago, IL Bob Karls Tammy Moore |
| 11:45 –12:15 pm | Formaldehyde the Next Massive Environmental Concern
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Nicholas Rigano Rigano LLC Melville, NY |
| 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Business Meeting | |
| All times listed above are CDT.
The Union League Club is an elegant experience. All club members and their guests are asked to dress appropriately. A relaxed, well-dressed look described as ‘Smart Casual’ is welcomed throughout the club. Smart Casual may include jeans, denim, and collar-less shirts. Smart Casual attire or better is permitted throughout the Clubhouse with the following exception:
Individual Event dress code will be defined by each event (e.g. black tie, white tie, Business, casual, etc.). Event notices will contain dress code requirements. If no dress code is stated, the expected attire by default is “Smart Casual.” |
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CE/CLE CREDITS
The conference is typically approved for 10-12 CE/CLE credit hours depending on the state.
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
TESTIMONIALS
“FETTI is an affordable national conference featuring world class experts in the fields of environmental and toxic torts. From my first conference in 2005, I learned so much and made life-long friendships. I feel fortunate to be able to give back to FETTI by helping organize this year’s conference. Please join us this year to celebrate FETTI’s twenty-sixth anniversary aboard the Odyssey Chicago River.”
“The FETTI organization continues to be on the cutting edge every year with the wonderful topics and esteemed speakers that present at the annual conference.”
“The FETTI conference provides a high quality setting to expand my professional network, enhance lasting relationships and to interact with forward thinking leaders in the industry.”
“The National FETTI Conference provides a terrific exchange of ideas for people engaged in the insurance, legal and technical aspects of environmental matters.”
“The annual FETTI conference provides outstanding speakers and content on important legal issues so attorneys, insurers and other risk professionals are up to speed on the latest emerging litigation trends.”
“I have attended numerous Fetti conferences and have learned something new every time. Knowledge gained maybe legal, science and other. Need not forget the excellent opportunity to mix and mingle with carriers attorneys and experts.”
