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IADC Speaks

Rebecca Weinstein Bacon, Al Vance, Bob Christie, Emma Ross, Christopher Parkerson, Shelagh Carnegie

Booking Overview

A professional legal interview podcast focused on litigation, dispute resolution, trial advocacy, and issues affecting defense and corporate counsel, typically featuring experienced lawyers, arbitrators, mediators, and other legal practitioners. Credible pitches include recognized trial lawyers, dispute-resolution professionals, in-house counsel, and legal educators with practical expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests are established professionals but generally not celebrity-level figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 116

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 66 subscribers

Instagram: 402 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@iadclaw.org

ahatfield@iadclaw.org

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Host

Rebecca Weinstein Bacon - Trial lawyer at Bartlit Beck LLP with experience in defense litigation and trial advocacy.

Al Vance - Dispute-resolution practitioner at Vance Dispute Resolution, PC, focused on arbitration and mediation.

Bob Christie - Trial lawyer at Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC with a focus on effective trial presentation and advocacy.

Emma Ross - Trial lawyer at Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP focused on litigation and trial strategy.

Christopher Parkerson - Defense lawyer at Campbell Conroy & O'Neil, P.C. involved in legal issues affecting corporate counsel and trial practice.

Shelagh Carnegie - Lawyer at Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP with experience in dispute resolution and legal advocacy.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established defense or trial lawyers, arbitrators, mediators, neutrals, in-house counsel, and legal educators with substantial practical experience and specialized expertise in litigation or dispute resolution.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or directorship in respected legal education or professional programs, National recognition for trial advocacy or dispute-resolution expertise, Senior practice at an established law firm or dispute-resolution organization, Practical experience advising counsel, corporate clients, arbitrators, or mediators

Recent Guest Discussions

Alba Arriaga Romano - The IADC Trial Academy, Experiential Learning, Trial Preparation, Advocacy, And Professional Development.

Jennifer Haltom Doan - The IADC Trial Academy, Hands-on Trial Training, Preparation, Advocacy Skills, And Professional Relationships.

Trea Southerland - Mediation Practice, The Neutral Perspective, Counsel Preparation, And Recurring Challenges In Mediation.

Christopher A. Kenney - Mediation Practice, What Neutrals Expect From Counsel, Common Party Mistakes, And Dispute-resolution Strategy.

Ed Sledge - Visual Storytelling, Courtroom Presentation, Trial Strategy, Use Of Visual Information, And Emerging Technology.

Recent Topics

Law, Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Trial Advocacy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
IADC Speaks
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Next Level Lawyering: Closing Arguments with Christopher Kenney

October 12, 2026

The best trial lawyers never stop refining their craft. In the Next Level Lawyering, IADC Speaks Hosts Bob Christie (Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC) and Emma Ross (Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP) sit down with accomplished trial lawyers to examine the decisions, techniques, and habits that shape an effective trial presentation. Each concise episode focuses on one essential stage of trial and offers practical ideas that lawyers across practice areas can use the next time ...

Next Level Lawyering: Cross Examination with Spencer Silverglate

October 05, 2026

The best trial lawyers never stop refining their craft. In the Next Level Lawyering, IADC Speaks Hosts Bob Christie (Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC) and Emma Ross (Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP) sit down with accomplished trial lawyers to examine the decisions, techniques, and habits that shape an effective trial presentation. Each concise episode focuses on one essential stage of trial and offers practical ideas that lawyers across practice areas can use the next time ...

More Than Trial Skills: The IADC Trial Academy Experience

September 29, 2026

The IADC Trial Academy has been training defense trial lawyers since 1973, giving participants an immersive, hands-on opportunity to sharpen their advocacy skills and take their practice to the next level. In this episode of IADC Speaks, Host Rebecca Weinstein Bacon (Bartlit Beck LLP) speaks with Jennifer Haltom Doan (Haltom & Doan) and Alba Arriaga Romano (Riley, Hewitt, Witte & Romano, P.C.) about what makes the week-long program so impactful—from full-day sessions and guest speaker...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
IADC Speaks
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How do I get in touch with IADC Speaks?

IADC Speaks is hosted by Rebecca Weinstein Bacon and Al Vance. Its publicly listed emails are info@iadclaw.org and ahatfield@iadclaw.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for IADC Speaks?

The publicly listed emails for IADC Speaks: info@iadclaw.org and ahatfield@iadclaw.org.

How many listeners does IADC Speaks have?

Podseeker estimates IADC Speaks reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for IADC Speaks?

IADC Speaks typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established defense or trial lawyers, arbitrators, mediators, neutrals, in-house counsel, and legal educators with substantial practical experience and specialized expertise in litigation or dispute resolution. Common among recent guests: Leadership or directorship in respected legal education or professional programs; National recognition for trial advocacy or dispute-resolution expertise; Senior practice at an established law firm or dispute-resolution organization. Recent guests include Alba Arriaga Romano, Jennifer Haltom Doan, and Trea Southerland.

How hard is it to get booked on IADC Speaks?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does IADC Speaks cover?

Recent episodes cover Law, Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, and Trial Advocacy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@iadclaw.org

ahatfield@iadclaw.org

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