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DTO Partner Katie Burghardt Kramer recently participated in the American Bar Association International Law Section Fall Conference in London as Program Co-Chair and speaker for "Keeping it Classy: Transatlantic Trends and the Future of Collective Redress."   The panel brought together practitioners from the U.S., U.K., and Europe to discuss developments in class actions and collective redress, including evolving case law, funding issues, procedural challenges, and settlement trends across jurisdictions.   Beyond the panel, Katie enjoyed catching up with colleagues and making new connections while in London.

Recognition is one thing. Staying on the list is another. For the third consecutive year, William A. Delgado and Megan O'Neill have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America. The guide recognizes leading litigators across the country who have distinguished themselves through significant litigation and advocacy. Congratulations to Will and Megan on this continued recognition among the country's leading litigators.

Our partner Katie Burghardt Kramer will be speaking at the American Bar Association International Law Section's "Keeping it Classy: Transatlantic Trends and the Future of Collective Redress" CLE program during the 2026 ILS Fall Conference, on September 24 in London. The program will explore emerging developments in class actions and collective redress across jurisdictions, including evolving case law, procedural and funding challenges, settlement mechanisms, and strategic considerations for claimants and defendants. Katie, also serving as the program co-chair, will be joined by moderator Emily Christiansen of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP and fellow speakers Matthew Reach of Fox Williams and Paul Sluijter of Houthoff for the discussion.

This year’s attorney retreat in Ojai gave us the chance to trade conference rooms for mountain views and packed calendars for quality time. 😎⛰️   Between learning sessions, exploring the town, and horseback riding adventures, we were reminded that strong teams are built both inside and outside the workplace.   Already looking forward to the next one!

DTO Law is pleased to sponsor Bush Seyferth PLLC’s 'All in for New Day: Cards & Cocktails' this September in Detroit.   This special event brings together community members and partners for an evening featuring live music and cocktails. Proceeds from the event will support the New Day Foundation for Families, helping provide critical financial and emotional resources to families facing cancer.   We are honored to serve as a sponsor and support the important work the New Day Foundation does for families throughout the Detroit community.

Another year of a strong showing for DTO in Best Lawyers.   In the 2027 edition of the Best Lawyers awards, William A. Delgado and Erik Mortensen were recognized in The Best Lawyers in America, while Destiny Lopez, Nicole Malick, Andrea Maddox, Will Irvine, and Grace Schmidt were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.   Congratulations to all seven attorneys on this well-deserved recognition.

The list is out and Megan is on it! Benchmark Litigation has named Megan O'Neill to its Top 250 Women in Litigation 2026 list. The ranking highlights women litigators whose work has earned nationwide recognition from clients, peers, and market alike. Congratulations to Megan on this well-deserved recognition. Link to press article in comments.

Thank you to ACC Southern California (Association of Corporate Counsel) and everyone who joined us for an evening of service and connection.   Together, we assembled 100 toiletry care kits for the Downtown Women's Center of Los Angeles, supporting women in need.   We are grateful to have been part of a meaningful initiative and to everyone who helped make it a success. Looking forward to supporting our communities through more opportunities like these! 💙

"Rather than overcoming imposter syndrome, try leaning into it." In her new Bloomberg Law article, Ellen reflects on how her understanding of imposter syndrome has changed throughout her career. What began as a belief that it was a negative trait largely associated with women evolved into a more nuanced perspective: that feelings of self-doubt can affect anyone, regardless of title or experience, and may actually coexist with the qualities that drive professional growth and leadership. Read the full article in comments to learn why imposter syndrome may not be the liability you think it is and for practical tips on how to manage it to your advantage.

On Tuesday, July 21st, DTO is proud to partner with ACC Southern California (Association of Corporate Counsel) for an evening of community impact. 🩷 DTO and the ACC in-house community, we will be assembling toiletry care kits for the Downtown Women's Center of Los Angeles, whose mission is to end homelessness by providing safe housing and supportive services centered on wellness, employment, and advocacy. Thank you, ACC SoCal, for this opportunity! ACC members who would like to participate can sign up through the link in comments.