Celebrating the Health Law Community
Health Law Week January 26-30, 2026
United for Impact: Health Law in a Changing Landscape
Join us for a dynamic week of virtual programming featuring career insights, networking opportunities, and engaging discussions on critical topics in health law. All sessions are complimentary for AHLA members and those in the health law community and will and include access to post-event recordings.
AHLA dedicates a week to celebrating the vital contributions of our members, volunteers, donors, and leaders to the health law profession. It's an opportunity to showcase the resources AHLA provides, highlight upcoming activities, and introduce prospective members to the benefits of joining our community.
There will be complimentary access to the Health Law Daily, the Health Law Weekly, and other resources for those interested in sampling AHLA membership benefits. In addition, two free on-demand educational offerings will also be made available January 26 through February 16 (60-minute webinar, non-CLE).
- Closing out 2025: A Look Back at Antitrust Enforcement Under Trump 2.0
Reviews the transition from the Biden administration to the Trump administration in terms of antitrust enforcement at DOJ, the FTC, and in the states. Presenters also explore hot topics in antitrust enforcement and provide a forecast for what to look out for in 2026. Presenters: Jonathan Elsasser, Counsel, Clifford Chance, Kevin Hahm, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, Wendy Arends, Partner, Husch Blackwell LLP, and Alexis Gilman, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP - What to Know About Whistleblowing: Experience is the Best Teacher (On-Demand Webinar)
Provides an overview of the qui tam process and highlights trends in qui tam litigation. Speakers, including the whistleblower in the influential Halifax case, look at this real-world example of a successful whistleblower complaint as well as discuss common conditions and demands in a qui tam action. Presenters: Gregg Shapiro, Principal, Gregg Shapiro Law, LLC and Elin Kunz, Healthcare Consultant, Kunz LLC. Moderated by Allison Smith Newsome
Everyone is welcome to participate in this celebration of the health law community.
📅 Register for Health Law Week Events
RSVP for individual sessions to receive calendar invites and Zoom links. Registration is free for all AHLA members and others in the health law community.
AHLA dedicates a week to celebrating the vital contributions of our members, volunteers, donors, and leaders to the health law profession. It's an opportunity to showcase the resources AHLA provides, highlight upcoming activities, and introduce prospective members to the benefits of joining our community.
Everyone is welcome to participate in this celebration of the health law community.
Monday, January 26, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Career Insight Session 1: In-House Insights
Curious about what it's really like to work in-house? Join our panel of seasoned in-house counsel as they share their career stories, the key decisions that shaped their paths, and the practical advice they wish they had along the way. Learn how to navigate professional growth and leadership opportunities, seize new opportunities, and thrive in an in-house role.
Panelists: Viren Doshi (Moderator), Corporate Counsel and Compliance Officer, Silver Cross Hospital; Catherine Bernard, Tax Director, Sanford Health; Shawn Gilman, VP, Senior Corporate Counsel, Providence St. Joseph Health; Daniel Peters, SVP & General Counsel, The University of Kansas Health System; Jennifer Willcox, SVP & General Counsel, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Aletheia Lawry, General Counsel, Lifekind Health
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
AHLA Quarterly Mentoring Series: Becoming an AHLA Mentor
AHLA Mentoring isn't just about giving back—it's a rewarding experience that enhances your own professional development while building the next generation of health law professionals. This interactive discussion will explore both the tactical side of effective mentoring and the genuine joys that come from these meaningful professional relationships within the AHLA community. We'll share proven strategies and highlight the fulfillment that comes from guiding others in their health law career journey.
Panelists: Ari Markenson, Jennifer Hutchens, Kirk Nahra, Matt Westbrook, Keri Wood
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Collaboration and Inclusion in AHLA and Specialty Bar Associations
This session brings together representatives from AHLA and diverse specialty bar associations to explore how collaboration can strengthen inclusion and engagement across the legal profession. Participants will discuss shared goals, exchange best practices, and identify opportunities to create more connected and welcoming professional communities.
Panelists: Suzanne Scrutton (Moderator), Partner, Vorys Sater Seymour & Pease LLP; Charlene Cho, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association; Ritu Cooper, Shareholder, Hall Render; Charise Frazier, Shareholder, Hall Render; Victoria Hamscho, Associate, K&L Gates
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Fellows Only Forum: A Conversation on Emerging Issues in Health Law
Exclusive session for AHLA Fellows to discuss breaking developments in law.
Presenters: Tim Adelman and Teresa Williams
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
An Overview of the AHLA Dispute Resolution Service and Mentoring Program for Neutrals
AHLA leverages the knowledge and wisdom of health lawyers to resolve disputes fairly and inexpensively, thereby allowing health care organizations to stay focused on promoting wellness and treating patients. Learn how you can take advantage of this resource for business to business, employment, and patient/resident conflicts. The mentoring program for neutrals will also be discussed.
Presenter: Geoff Drucker
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Pathways to Board Service
Joint session exploring opportunities and strategies for participating in governance roles within health care organizations, featuring insights from professionals who have successfully navigated these pathways.
Panelists: Asha Scielzo and additional speakers to be announced
Thursday, January 29, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Virtual Forum – Member Storytelling Hour: Moments That Mattered
Join fellow health law professionals for an engaging Member Storytelling Hour focused on real experiences of resilience, pivotal decision-making, and moments of meaningful human connection. This virtual session invites you to listen, reflect, and share your own stories from practice—highlighting the challenges, insights, and relationships that shape our work. Your perspective can inspire others and help strengthen our professional community.
Panelists: Jeanne Vance (Moderator), Shareholder, Weintraub Tobin; Albert Custard, Staff Attorney, Navitus Health Solutions; Anthea Daniels, AHLA Fellow and Past President; Marc Goldstone, EVP & Chief Legal Officer, Wellpath; Andrea Musker, Of Counsel, Bricker Graydon LLP; Shayln Watkins, Senior Associate, Holland & Knight LLP
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Celebrating Excellence: AHLA's Virtual Awards Reception
Join us for a special virtual reception honoring the outstanding contributions of our 2025 IDEA Champion and Excellence in Adjunct Teaching Award recipients. Celebrate their achievements, hear about the impact of their work, and connect with colleagues as we recognize leadership, dedication, and excellence within the AHLA community.
Presenters: Mark Kopson, Asha Scielzo, David Cade
Friday, January 30, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Career Insight Session 2: The Pivot - Real Stories of Career Reinvention in Health Law
Career paths in health law are rarely linear. In this session, AHLA Fellows will share their personal experiences navigating pivotal career transitions—from law firms to in-house roles, government to private practice, and beyond. Panelists will discuss how they recognized it was time for a change, the questions they asked before making a move, and the lessons they learned along the way to help you chart your own professional journey with clarity and confidence.
Panelists: Lois Dehls Cornell (Moderator), Greg Demske, David Cade, Tim Adelman, and Saralisa Brau
Monday, January 26, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Career Insight Session 1: In-House Insights
Curious about what it's really like to work in-house? Join our panel of seasoned in-house counsel as they share their career stories, the key decisions that shaped their paths, and the practical advice they wish they had along the way. Learn how to navigate professional growth and leadership opportunities, seize new opportunities, and thrive in an in-house role.
Panelists: Viren Doshi (Moderator), Corporate Counsel and Compliance Officer, Silver Cross Hospital; Catherine Bernard, Tax Director, Sanford Health; Shawn Gilman, VP, Senior Corporate Counsel, Providence St. Joseph Health; Daniel Peters, SVP & General Counsel, The University of Kansas Health System; Jennifer Willcox, SVP & General Counsel, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Aletheia Lawry, General Counsel, Lifekind Health
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
AHLA Quarterly Mentoring Series: Becoming an AHLA Mentor
AHLA Mentoring isn't just about giving back—it's a rewarding experience that enhances your own professional development while building the next generation of health law professionals. This interactive discussion will explore both the tactical side of effective mentoring and the genuine joys that come from these meaningful professional relationships within the AHLA community. We'll share proven strategies and highlight the fulfillment that comes from guiding others in their health law career journey.
Panelists: Ari Markenson, Jennifer Hutchens, Kirk Nahra, Matt Westbrook, Keri Wood
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Collaboration and Inclusion in AHLA and Specialty Bar Associations
This session brings together representatives from AHLA and diverse specialty bar associations to explore how collaboration can strengthen inclusion and engagement across the legal profession. Participants will discuss shared goals, exchange best practices, and identify opportunities to create more connected and welcoming professional communities.
Panelists: Suzanne Scrutton (Moderator), Partner, Vorys Sater Seymour & Pease LLP; Charlene Cho, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association; Ritu Cooper, Shareholder, Hall Render; Charise Frazier, Shareholder, Hall Render; Victoria Hamscho, Associate, K&L Gates
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Fellows Only Forum: A Conversation on Emerging Issues in Health Law
Exclusive session for AHLA Fellows to discuss breaking developments in law.
Presenters: Tim Adelman and Teresa Williams
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
An Overview of the AHLA Dispute Resolution Service and Mentoring Program for Neutrals
AHLA leverages the knowledge and wisdom of health lawyers to resolve disputes fairly and inexpensively, thereby allowing health care organizations to stay focused on promoting wellness and treating patients. Learn how you can take advantage of this resource for business to business, employment, and patient/resident conflicts. The mentoring program for neutrals will also be discussed.
Presenter: Geoff Drucker
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Pathways to Board Service
Joint session exploring opportunities and strategies for participating in governance roles within health care organizations, featuring insights from professionals who have successfully navigated these pathways.
Panelists: Asha Scielzo and additional speakers to be announced
Thursday, January 29, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Virtual Forum – Member Storytelling Hour: Moments That Mattered
Join fellow health law professionals for an engaging Member Storytelling Hour focused on real experiences of resilience, pivotal decision-making, and moments of meaningful human connection. This virtual session invites you to listen, reflect, and share your own stories from practice—highlighting the challenges, insights, and relationships that shape our work. Your perspective can inspire others and help strengthen our professional community.
Panelists: Jeanne Vance (Moderator), Shareholder, Weintraub Tobin; Albert Custard, Staff Attorney, Navitus Health Solutions; Anthea Daniels, AHLA Fellow and Past President; Marc Goldstone, EVP & Chief Legal Officer, Wellpath; Andrea Musker, Of Counsel, Bricker Graydon LLP; Shayln Watkins, Senior Associate, Holland & Knight LLP
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Celebrating Excellence: AHLA's Virtual Awards Reception
Join us for a special virtual reception honoring the outstanding contributions of our 2025 IDEA Champion and Excellence in Adjunct Teaching Award recipients. Celebrate their achievements, hear about the impact of their work, and connect with colleagues as we recognize leadership, dedication, and excellence within the AHLA community.
Presenters: Mark Kopson, Asha Scielzo, David Cade
Friday, January 30, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Career Insight Session 2: The Pivot - Real Stories of Career Reinvention in Health Law
Career paths in health law are rarely linear. In this session, AHLA Fellows will share their personal experiences navigating pivotal career transitions—from law firms to in-house roles, government to private practice, and beyond. Panelists will discuss how they recognized it was time for a change, the questions they asked before making a move, and the lessons they learned along the way to help you chart your own professional journey with clarity and confidence.
Panelists: Lois Dehls Cornell (Moderator), Greg Demske, David Cade, Tim Adelman, and Saralisa Brau