Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025
7:30 – 11:30 a.m. ET
In-person Location:
TechTown Detroit
440 Burroughs Street
Detroit, MI 48202
Virtual Option via Zoom
Zoom information will be provided once you register.
MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers will host the annual Automotive Supplier Legal Trends Seminar on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at TechTown in Detroit, Mich. Warner’s experienced automotive supply chain attorneys will share key legal insights and trends to help supplier executives navigate what promises to be a challenging and evolving automotive environment in 2025.
Warner attorneys Michael Brady, Dan Bonucchi, Adam Ratliff, Sarah Bileti, Dennis Loughlin, Kelly Hollingsworth and Nate Steed will cover leading and current legal issues in these presentations:
- What is the Latest on the AirBoss Line of Cases?
Michael Brady
With evolving interpretations of the landmark AirBoss ruling, courts are reshaping the dynamics between suppliers and OEMs, leading to fresh disputes over long-standing contractual practices. These developments are prompting both suppliers and customers to revisit and refine their strategies for addressing such conflicts. As new cases surface, parties are leveraging the precedent set by this case to navigate complex contractual obligations more effectively. Michael will provide an update on these cases and their impact to the industry. - Trends in a Changing International Supply Chain
Dan Bonucchi and Adam Ratliff
With expected, significant shifts in how the U.S. approaches international trade adding to a myriad of existing challenges for the industry, including a slowed transition from ICE to BEV, how should suppliers assess and plan for increased legal and commercial risks related to automotive’s heavy dependence on global supply chains? Dan and Adam will explain how suppliers should proactively navigate these challenges. - How to Handle Changing Immigration Policies
Sarah Bileti
In the post-election environment, suppliers should prepare for potential shifts in immigration policy that could significantly impact the automotive industry’s ability to recruit and retain specialized talent. Proposed changes may include reductions in visa availability, stricter wage requirements for employment-based visas and heightened scrutiny on green card allocations for high-skilled workers. Sarah will explain how suppliers, to remain competitive and ensure a robust talent pipeline, should proactively develop strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of global workforce mobility. - Don’t Let a Good Crisis Go to Waste
Dennis Loughlin
From declining EV volumes to increasing bankruptcy filings to a new political landscape, landmines abound for the unwary supplier. However, such uncertain times provide opportunities to not only survive but, hopefully, thrive. Dennis will address the landmines for suppliers and will also shine a light on opportunities that may exist for those focused on coming out the other side further ahead. - How to Protect Your Company Against a Cyberattack
Kelly Hollingsworth and Nate Steed
With automotive supply manufacturers ranking cybersecurity as the biggest external concern for their global companies, Kelly and Nate will discuss cybersecurity liability and production concerns for automotive suppliers in the event of a security incident. They will explore OEM and supplier lawsuits stemming from ransomware attacks that have disrupted supply chains and discuss how best to protect yourself. - Roundtable Discussion with Audience Q&A
All speakers will participate.
Senior supplier executives and automotive supplier in-house attorneys are encouraged to attend.
MEMA member early bird (On or before Jan. 8, 2025) — $185
MEMA regular price (Jan. 9 – Jan. 28, 2025) — $245
MEMA on-site price (Jan. 29, 2025) — $350
