NextGen Jury Trial Summit & Private Reception at LBJ Presidential Library
As part of her attendance at the ABOTA National Fall Conference in Austin, Texas, Stacy Garcia, attended a NextGen Jury Trial Summit and private reception at the LBJ Presidential Library.
Spotlight on the NextGen Jury Trial Summit
One of the most compelling events of the day was the NextGen Jury Trial Summit, held in the Four Seasons Ballroom. This forward-thinking program brought together judges, legal experts, and trial lawyers to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the jury trial experience.
Topics included:
Streamed Trials: How remote access and digital broadcasting are changing public engagement and transparency in the courtroom.
Social Media Influence: The impact of jurors’ online presence and exposure to case-related content, and how attorneys must adapt their strategies.
Virtual Reality Evidence: The use of immersive technology to present complex evidence in a more accessible and impactful way.
Artificial Intelligence in the Courtroom: From predictive analytics to AI-assisted jury selection, the summit examined how machine learning is influencing trial preparation and courtroom dynamics.
The summit was designed to be inclusive and relevant not only to trial lawyers but to all attendees interested in the evolution of the justice system.
A highlight of the summit was the keynote address by renowned historian and author H.W. Brands, who spoke on the founding figures of American politics and the enduring legacy of civic engagement. Each attendee received a copy of his latest book, Founding Partisans: Hamilton, Madison, Jefferson, Adams and the Brawling Birth of American Politics, courtesy of Slack Davis Sanger LLP.
Ms. Garcia’s participation in this summit reflects her forward-looking approach to trial advocacy and her dedication to staying at the forefront of legal innovation.
Other highlights of the day included:
A Wellness Walk around Lady Bird Lake, promoting balance and well-being among legal professionals.
A private tour of the historic Texas Governor’s Mansion, offering a rare glimpse into Texas history.
An ABOTA Reception at the LBJ Presidential Library .
Exclusive access to the Texas State Capitol including the House floor and the rotunda.
Rooftop reception with views of the Austin skyline at Butler Snow LLP.
We are honored to have Stacy representing our firm and the broader legal community at such a meaningful and forward thinking gathering. Her contributions continue to inspire and elevate the standards of our profession.
