“This conference is focused purely on increasing the value of your cases. We'll go through every single process and strategy that Dudley DeBosier has implemented over the years to raise our average fee.”
CHAD DUDLEY,
PARTNER AT DUDLEY DEBOSIER
ABOUT DUDLEY DEBOSIER
Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers has become one of the largest and most successful personal injury law firms in the South. Founded in 2009, the firm has grown from a few employees and a few attorneys to over 200 employees and nearly 50 attorneys across Louisiana. During that time, the firm has been privileged to help tens of thousands of injured people throughout the state.
Additionally, partner Chad Dudley formed Vista Consulting in 2009, which is a consulting firm dedicated to helping other plaintiff personal injury firms run more efficiently. For almost a decade, Chad worked with nearly 100 personal injury firms across the country on improving their firms. He is regarded as an authority on the topic of law firm management and is a frequent speaker at national conferences.
CHAD DUDLEY,
PARTNER
STEVEN DEBOSIER,
PARTNER
JAMES PELTIER,
PARTNER
Don't miss this opportunity to learn valuable processes that can help maximize your case value! Limited Seats Available!
The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel
401 Korean Veterans Boulevard,
Nashville, Tennessee, USA, 37203
CLE Credits
This event has now been approved for 8 general hours and 1.25 dual hours (can be used towards either ethical or professionalism) in Tennessee, Louisiana, and South Carolina.
More updates to come. Stay tuned!
CHRIS KEYSER,
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
ADAM SAVOIE,
ATTORNEY
ERICKA DUROCHER,
TRIAL DEPARTMENT MANAGER
PAUL WILKINS,
CHIEF LITIGATION & STRATEGY OFFICER
Welcome to our spring 2022 conference - Proven Processes That Maximize Case Value
Speaker(s):
Chad Dudley,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
How to get the best cases to your best attorneys in a systematic fashion.
The art of client communication, making the most of every interaction.
File reviews that move the case forward
Speaker(s):
Steven DeBosier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
Chris Keyser,
Chief Legal Officer, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
How to make sure you are maximizing value on your best cases.
How to coach your attorneys on their negotiation skills.
How to coach your attorneys to add value to increase case value.
15 minute break
Speaker(s):
James Peltier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Why MRIs are important and how they affect case values
How Dudley DeBosier tracks MRIs on all our cases.
How to increase your MRI percentages with ethical conversations with both doctors and clients.
Speaker(s):
Steven DeBosier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
James Peltier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Ethically talking to doctors about what is medically in the best interest of your client.
The best treatment options that are best for the client and what moves the needle.
Making sure you are including all of your futures on both big and small cases.
Speaker(s):
Dr. Chris Connelly,
Braincussion
45 minute lunch break
Speaker(s):
Adam Savoie,
Attorney, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Identifying cases that are suited for life care plans and future expenses.
What you should look for in life care plans.
How to present life care plans to the other side, at mediation, and at trial.
Speaker(s):
Adam Savoie,
Attorney, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
How to systematically make sure your attorneys are ready to take key depositions or defend key clients in their depositions.
The key elements for each type of deposition that will help your attorneys prepare for them.
Training your attorneys to take better depositions.
15 minute break
Speaker(s):
James Peltier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
An examination of what cases are right to seek an excess judgment.
We will talk about what type of demand to send and why.
Examine and explain how to send a Bass Boat Demand.
Speaker(s):
James Peltier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
Ericka Durocher,
Trial Department Manager, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Who makes up the Trial Department
The processes used to streamline trial preparation
How a Trial Department paralegal supports the attorneys in and out of the courtroom
Speaker(s):
Chad Dudley,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
Steven DeBosier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
James Peltier,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Identifying the top 5% of your cases.
Putting the cases in the hands of the right lawyer and making sure they have the appropriate resources.
Having the right tools, systems, and processes to work the case.
End of day one
DAY ONE | March 10, 2022
DAY TWO | March 11, 2022
Guest Speaker:
Tony Seaton,
Administrator, Keenan Trial Institute
Speaker(s):
Paul Wilkins,
Chief Litigation and Strategy Officer, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
Learn how to do focus groups efficiently, in person and virtually.
Using focus groups to test your Trial Story
How to run a focus group.
Speaker(s):
Chris Keyser,
Chief Legal Officer, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
The most efficient way to coach your attorneys on their cases.
The most important information you should have on each case to talk about them efficiently and effectively.
How to track the coaching process to clearly see progress or lack thereof.
Speaker(s):
Chad Dudley,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
Chris Keyser,
Chief Legal Officer, Dudley DeBosier
What You Can Expect to Learn:
How to create effective attorney teams to scale quality control.
Identifying who should be on each team.
How teams can work to make everyone better.
Speaker(s):
Chad Dudley,
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
End of day two
Agenda
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GUEST SPEAKERS
Dr. Chris Connelly,
Braincussion
Tony Seaton,
Keenan Trial Institute and Law Offices of Tony Seaton & Associates, PLLC.
*All times are in Central Standard Time.
PRICING
AGENDA
TOPICS YOU CAN EXPECT
The Top Ten Steps that Can Significantly Increase Your Average Fee
How to Find Your Top 5% of Cases
Huge Verdicts & How To Get Them
Three Strategies Driving Today's Most Profitable Firms
The Magnitude of MRIs
How to Track Life Care Plans in Your CRM
Deposition Deep Dive
Demand Letter Strategies
SPEAKERS
DUE TO THE OVERWHELMING RESPONSE WE ARE EXTENDING EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS TO 3/1!
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!
ONLY A FEW SEATS REMAINING!
ARE YOU MAXIMIZING YOUR CLIENT'S CASE VALUE?
LAST YEAR SOLD OUT - DON'T MISS THIS YEAR'S CONFERENCE!
DETAILS
PRICE
1-2 Attorneys
$2,500 per Attorney
3+ Attorneys
$2,000 per Attorney
Virtual
$7,500 per Firm
VENUE
FEATURED AMENITIES ON-SITE:
Sustainability
Fitness Center
Restaurant
Outdoor Pool
Spa
Wake Up Calls
Room Service
HOTEL INFORMATION:
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
Smoke-Free Property
Valet Parking Available
September 26 & 27 • The Joseph Hotel • Nashville, TN
REQUEST ATTENDANCE
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Event Attendance Notice: Due to the sensitive nature of information that will be shared at this event, only a certain number of firms per market will be allowed to attend. This is to foster open dialogue while protecting participant interests.
As of 8/22/24, our room block is very low. If you go to book, and there are no more rooms left at our $429/night rate, please reach out directly to Renee Brank at renee@lawfirmxcelerator.com, and she can assist with a room transfer or recommendation for a nearby hotel.
CHAD DUDLEY
Co-founder Law Firm Xcelerator
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
STEVEN DEBOSIER
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
JAMES PELTIER
Partner, Dudley DeBosier
BRENT FREDERICK
Attorney, Dudley DeBosier
MEET THE SPEAKERS
JEFF RABB
Attorney, Dudley DeBosier
ROSS LEBLANC
Attorney, Dudley DeBosier
AGENDA
Registration and Breakfast
Opening Remarks
Phase 1: The Low-Hanging Fruit
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:15 a.m.
Thursday, September 26
Speaker: Chad Dudley
He’ll discuss:
- How to clean up your case ranking system
- Maintaining the integrity of your case ranking system
- Sprint ranking process
- Sprint valuation committees
Break
Behind the Eyes of a First Responder
10:50 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
Lunch
The Importance of a Trial Story
Speaker: Ross Leblanc
He'll discuss:
- Ways to locate a winning trial story in your case
2:00 p.m.
Medical Management & Big Case Workup
Speaker: Jeff Rabb
He'll discuss:
- Medical management and working up your best and biggest cases
3:00 p.m.
3:15 p.m.
Break
Discovery & Deposition Strategies
Speaker: Adam Savoie
He'll discuss:
- Preliminary work in discovery that makes depositions effective and different deposition strategies
4:00 p.m.
Leveraging AI for Higher Value on All Cases
HEAR FROM PAST ATTENDEES
This conference was the buzz of the legal industry in 2023! Watch the videos below to hear it straight from the attendees.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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XCELERATOR RESOURCES
Check Out These Additional
Helpful Files for Tracking Your Firm's Operations:
This includes: 4 I's of Intake, Attorney Scorecard, Attorney Tiers, Case Rankings, TBI Checklist.
Catch Up On Our Podcast
Hear from our law firm experts on how to grow your firm the best way possible.
Book Recommendations for Law Firm Leaders:
Monthly book recommendations and insights from Chad Dudley.
Xcelerator Law Firm Consultants Blog:
Our posts offer additional insight on how to optimize your PI practice.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Xcelerate Your Average Fee
- Are there any available discounts?
Yes! Score early bird pricing until July 31, 2024. Plus, we offer group discounts for sending three or more people from your firm. Save big while learning big! Learn more in the pricing section of our site.
- What is included in my registration fee?
Your registration fee covers breakfast, lunch, and break refreshments, plus a cocktail reception immediately following the meeting. The insights you’ll gain are game-changing for your firm, and you'll have the chance to mingle with some of the most elite PI firms across the country. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to apply for CLE credits in your state, enhancing both your knowledge and your credentials. - Will the conference provide CLE credits, and if so, how many?
This program is eligible for 8.75 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 10.5 hours of CLE credit in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. - What networking opportunities are available?
Get ready to connect! Network with peers during meals, breaks, and our cocktail reception at Friends in Low Places. It’s the perfect chance to mix, mingle, and share insights with some of the top PI firms from across the country. Don’t miss out on building valuable relationships in a fun, relaxed setting! - Is there a refund policy if I need to cancel my registration?
Refunds will be available on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to Renee Brank at renee@lawfirmxcelerator.com if you need to request a refund. - Where should I stay and what should I do while in Nashville?
Stay at our host hotel, The Joseph, where we’ve secured a special rate for attendees. While in Nashville, dive into the vibrant music scene, indulge in some hot chicken, and explore local cultural attractions. From Broadway honky-tonks to the Country Music Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you entertained! You'll have an unforgettable experience both in and out of the conference. - This all sounds great! How do I sign up?
Simply request your spot on the form located on our site and a member of our team will reach out to you about next steps!
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of information that will be shared at this event, only a certain number of firms per market will be allowed to attend. This is to foster open dialogue while protecting participant interests.
SNEAK PEEK OF WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN
"These guys have got it down cold because they not only know it and practice it, they've been doing it for 15 years and have really perfected it. Anybody that runs a personal injury law firm needs to come to this because there is nothing like it in the entire country.
Even if you take just one or two things back with you, you'll so enhance the value that you offer to your clients that have been injured."
GREG STOKES
Stokes & Kopitsky, PA
"You should come to the next Xcelerator conference because you’re going to meet a ton of people who want to help you do your best, you’re going to be around a lot of people who are experiencing great success for themselves and for their clients, and you’re going to learn how to make your firm the best firm possible."
MIRANDA ROLLINS
Mama Justice
JOHN MICHAEL BAILEY
John Michael Bailey Injury Lawyers
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Micki, Chad, James, and Steve for a long, long time. I know them to be extremely dynamic and knowledgeable. They're forward thinking and forward acting. They're the ones you need to listen to."
ERICA SCRIVEN
The Eichholtz Law Firm, P.C.
"I've never been to a conference that explains all the different steps you have to go through. And looking at how do you break this down to actually implement it? People will give you a lot of different ideas. But where do you start? So that was very exciting. Everybody should attend an Xcelerator conference!"
JONAKA HALL
Hughes & Coleman
"I would definitely recommend this conference to anybody that is in the personal injury field and wants to know how to make their cases better. It's really been valuable to hear from the best of the best, including how they encourage their attorneys, how to talk to doctors, and more. I know that we'll be at future conferences."
JENNIFER GORE-CUTHBERT
Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group
"I go to a lot of conferences. Pound for pound, this conference had the most meat. It had the most immediate things you can put into practice and add to your strategies for your firm right away. I think that a lot of conferences hit the highlights, but Micki and Chad really get into the details and really show the actual “how-tos” and the data, which I love."
Friday, September 27
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
Breakfast
The Chief Litigation Officer: A Day in the Life
Speaker: Chad Dudley & Micki Love
They'll discuss:
- What a CLO's week should look like
- Reports they should use
BONUS Half Day - Limited Seats Available!
9:45 a.m.
How to Find TBI Cases
10:30 a.m.
Break
Speaker: James Peltier
He'll discuss:
- TBI cases and how to find them at your firm
10:45 a.m.
BYOC: Valuation Meetings
Speaker: Chad Dudley, Steve DeBosier
What to expect:
- Bring your own case, get some feedback, and learn how to run a valuation meeting
12:15 p.m.
Meeting Ends
MIKE EDMONSON
Retired Superintendent, Louisiana State Police
Community Outreach & Education,
Dudley DeBosier
Nashville, TN
September 26 & 27
“Your firm may be leaving millions of dollars on the table that could go to your clients. Come and learn our easy to apply and proven techniques to maximize the value on your best cases.
After attending this conference, you will know how to systematically find your best cases, know when you have found all of them, and maximize values on those cases.
Don’t leave millions on the table for your clients.”
CHAD DUDLEY
Co-Founder, Law Firm Xcelerator
Partner, Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers
Conference Speaker
Don't leave millions on the table for your clients.
Dudley DeBosier has achieved 60+ $1,000,000 Settlements for their clients. Including a settlement 50X the insurance company's initial offer.
Dive deep with us! Unlike typical conferences that skim the surface, our event digs into every detail of your attorney processes. We provide specific steps and methods to boost your firm’s average fee, not just high-level concepts. You’ll leave with actionable strategies to implement immediately, transforming how you handle cases and maximize value for your clients.
Xcelerate Your Average Fee is different than other legal conferences.
Led by Chad Dudley and Micki Love, the Xcelerator Team has over 80 years of combined experience actively working at a personal injury law firm.
Chad is a licensed attorney and founder of Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers. His firm has grown to include nearly 50 attorneys and more than 170 employees throughout Louisiana.
Micki worked at Hughes & Coleman for over 23 years where she was involved in all aspects of marketing, operations, and management throughout her career, including COO. Over the course of her tenure there, the firm grew to more than 175 team members with nine offices in four states.
In the past decade, Micki and Chad have advised hundreds of the nation’s fastest growing firms. Their knowledge of what it takes to grow a firm from the inside helps other firms create better processes to handle more leads, sign more cases, and increase profits. Learn more at lawfirmxcelerator.com.
Who are the Law Firm Xcelerator Consultants, and why should you listen to them?
Each agenda topic offers actionable steps tailored to elevate your practice’s efficiency and profitability. You'll learn to rank and assign cases effectively, communicate better with clients, and establish a valuation committee for consistent case assessment. You’ll gain insights into managing MRI and medical treatments, diagnosing traumatic brain injuries, and creating life care plans. And you’ll learn how to master deposition strategies, craft compelling demand letters, and prepare for trials with precision. Get ready to transform your approach and see big results!
Learn strategies and insights to immediately impact your practice.
This conference is a must for partners, managing attorneys, attorneys, COOs, and anyone involved in your firm’s attorney processes. It's beneficial for your entire team to attend together, ensuring everyone understands the importance of the strategies we're teaching. We not only recommend bringing multiple team members but also offer group rates and a virtual conference room option to make it easier. Equip your team with the knowledge to implement these transformative practices effectively and cohesively!
Who should attend?
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What if I attended the last Xcelerate Your Average Fee event?
It's been over a year since our last conference, and while you may have left energized and ready to roll, life can get in the way of implementing new strategies. Additionally, we’ll be diving into new case studies, introducing the latest tools, and providing fresh insights to help you execute the strategies we teach even more efficiently.
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JACK VAN STEENBURG
Retired Chief Safety Officer, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Principal Founder,
CMV Safety Experts, LLC
10:00 a.m.
Phase II: Key Disciplines
Speaker: Brent Frederick
He'll discuss:
- Strategic planning
- Effective client communication
- File reviews
- Preparing for the mediation
Speakers: Jack Van Steenburg & Mike Edmonson
They'll discuss:
- Jack served as the Executive Director and Chief Safety Officer for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Mike served as the longest-serving superintendent of the Louisiana State Police. Both have investigated thousands of crashes with fatalities. They'll give insight on what to ask for and what to look for after a serious crash.
End of Day One
Optional: Cocktails at the Friends in Low Places Rooftop Bar
4:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Speaker: TBA
They'll discuss:
- AI is transforming key aspects of personal injury litigation. We will demonstrate practical applications that streamline record summaries, enhance demand letters, and provide critical insights, helping your firm achieve better outcomes and win more cases.
