BD&J Attorneys Olivier Taillieu, Maura Taillieu, Lauren Horwitz, and Megan Klein to Speak at CAALA Vegas 2024
CAALA Vegas 2024 promises to be one of the biggest legal events of the year as thousands of legal professionals take over Wynn Las Vegas for a weekend of networking, professional development, and legal demonstrations, as well as wellness and self-care events. BD&J has long been a sponsor for and participant in CAALA events and this year proves no different, with four of our esteemed attorneys taking the stages to speak or demonstrate.
Olivier Taillieu, BD&J Partner and CAALA Secretary
Partner Olivier Taillieu has passionately pursued justice for many years, attaining tens of millions of dollars for his clients. Over the course of his storied career, Mr. Taillieu has demonstrated invaluable thought leadership in the areas of TBI litigation, trial skills, and more as a frequent speaker and contributing author at conferences, classes, and in industry magazines. His extensive knowledge of litigation in regard to personal injury and TBIs has propelled him into the spotlight as a sought-after guest on radio shows, television interviews, and more.
However, Mr. Taillieu doesn’t stop there. He utilizes his position as a respected industry leader and award-winning attorney to guide others in their careers, taking active roles in several professional organizations. In fact, he proudly serves on the CAALA Board of Governors and as the Secretary, making this year’s CAALA Vegas 2024 even closer to his heart as an opportunity to spread knowledge and network with attorneys throughout Southern California. Mr. Taillieu has also provided instruction for Continuing Legal Education classes and is fluent in both English and French with proficiency in conversational Spanish.
At CAALA Vegas 2024, Mr. Taillieu will be moderating a panel discussion on traumatic brain injuries on Friday at 2:00 p.m. He will also be offering a rare chance for attorneys to view his demonstration of closing arguments on Saturday at 11:00 a.m.
Don’t miss Mr. Taillieu’s expert advice at CAALA Vegas 2024!
Maura Taillieu, BD&J Litigation Attorney
Maura Taillieu is a highly successful litigation attorney with particular expertise in litigating some of BD&J’s most high-stakes cases. Her dedication to securing justice for clients who have experienced catastrophic injuries, wrongful death of a loved one, or TBIs has made her a must-have advocate for the firm’s largest cases and for speaking events on litigation preparation.
Attorney Taillieu is a member of some of the most exclusive and highly-respected legal organizations in the country, including the Association of Business Trial Lawyers and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Forum. She has been honored as Pasadena Magazine’s Top Attorney and has received her legal education at some of the world’s most prestigious universities. Fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French, Attorney Taillieu has made it her life’s mission to ensure the safety and stability of others, both in her professional life and in her personal life as a long-time child car seat safety volunteer and advocate.
Attorney Taillieu is proud to be speaking at CAALA Vegas 2024 on the topic of trial preparation and preparing expert evidence. Attend her talk on Friday at 2:00 p.m.
Lauren Horwitz, BD&J Junior Partner
An accomplished trial attorney and knowledgeable advocate, Lauren Horwitz specializes in cases relating to catastrophic injury and wrongful death. Over her career, she has reclaimed hundreds of millions of dollars for clients harmed in trucking accidents, car accidents, premises liability, and more.
Ms. Horwitz is a respected speaker on trial preparation and has been honored with many awards and nominations including those from Super Lawyers. She is a member of the CAALA Board of Governors and is a published author on industry skills. Her compassionate approach and excellent work ethic have made her a leader in the legal industry, earning her speaking engagements at conferences around the world.
Now, she will be sharing her knowledge at CAALA Vegas 2024 on accident reconstruction, scanning, and simulation during the car crash panel on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Don’t miss this insightful discussion!
Megan Klein, BD&J Litigation Attorney
Megan Klein is a successful attorney with years of experience litigating personal injury cases relating to catastrophic injury, premises liability, and wrongful death. For over a decade, she has claimed millions for clients harmed due to negligence and provided compassionate guidance when they most need an ally.
As a member of the Executive Board of Directors for the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities, Ms. Klein understands the necessity of a service mindset when advocating for individuals. Her dedication to results and justice has earned her nominations and awards over her career.
At CAALA Vegas 2024, don’t miss the rare opportunity to see Ms. Klein masterfully demonstrate an expert examination on Friday at 4:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Come See Some of BD&J’s Best and Brightest Speak at CAALA Vegas 2024
This year, CAALA Vegas 2024 promises to be one of the most exciting and enlightening events yet! As proud sponsors of the Yoga and Wellness events each morning, BD&J hope you’ll take a moment to pause, connect, and reflect with us amidst the busy schedule of activities. We look forward to seeing you there!
