Overview:

Bell Nunnally was pleased to sponsor the Association of Corporate Counsel’s (ACC) annual symposium for the fifth consecutive year. Partner Sydnie A. Shimkus presented the CLE “The Era of Mental Health: ADA and FMLA Requests,” and Partner Brent A. Turman presented the CLE “Ethics Lessons from the Hit TV Series Suits.”

Date/Time:

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star
Frisco, Texas

Event Details:

The Era of Mental Health: ADA and FMLA Requests

As awareness of mental health issues continues to grow, employers are seeing an increase in employee requests for leave and workplace accommodations related to mental health conditions. This session explored how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) intersect when employees seek accommodations or time away from work. Attendees learned practical strategies for evaluating requests, navigating compliance obligations and minimizing legal risk while supporting employee well-being.

Speaker: Sydnie Shimkus, Partner

Ethics Lessons from the Hit TV Series Suits

The popular legal drama Suits offers plenty of entertainment — and plenty of questionable ethical decisions. This session used memorable scenes from the show to explore real-world professional responsibility issues facing attorneys, including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client communications and the boundaries of zealous advocacy. Attendees gained practical insights into ethical decision-making while revisiting some of the show’s most iconic moments.

Speaker: Brent Turman, Partner

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