California Applicants’ Attorneys Association 2025 Summer Convention

Dates: June 19–22, 2025
Location: Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA

Welcome & Event Overview

Join California’s premier gathering for workers’ compensation attorneys at the 2025 Summer Convention, hosted by the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association (CAAA). 

Designed for legal professionals committed to protecting injured workers, this convention offers networking opportunities, advanced legal education, and the latest trends shaping workers’ compensation advocacy.

Why Attend

• Top-tier MCLE Credits: Earn up to 14 MCLE credits––including 1.5 in Technology––plus 12.5 hours of Legal Specialization credit, and 1.5 hours of DWC QME credits.
• Elite Faculty & Panelists: Engage with experienced attorneys and medical-legal experts across multiple panels and workshops.
• Networking & Inspiration: Strengthen ties with peers and return to your practice energized and better equipped to represent injured workers.

Agenda Highlights

Saturday, June 21

9:00 am–10:15 am — Panel: Understanding the Interactive Process When Representing Injured Workers

This deep-dive session unpacks the critical obligations employers and their legal teams have when interacting with injured workers. Key focus areas include:

• Legal duties under ADA and FEHA
• Proper documentation through the interactive process
• Avoiding pitfalls in reasonable accommodations
  

Panelist Spotlight:

• Greg Freeburg, Managing Partner at Freeburg & Granieri, APC, based in Pasadena. With extensive experience navigating ADA/FEHA accommodations and employment law, Greg will join fellow experts to shed light on effectively guiding clients through employer interactions.

The full schedule of the event, which runs from June 19th - 22nd, can be found here. 

Event Logistics & Registration

Venue & Hotel

• Enjoy the beautiful Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, just north of San Diego, with special conference room rates:
  • Standard: $279/night + taxes
  • Villas: $409/night + taxes
• Resort fee waived during the event window

Registration Details

• Early‑bird discounts available through May 23:
  • Members: $935
  • Non‑members: $1,171
    
• Standard registration thereafter:
  • Members: $985
  • Non‑members: $1,221

MCLE & DWC Credits

• Approved for 14 MCLE credits (1.5 tech); 12.5 Legal Specialization; 1.5 QME credits pending DWC approval.

What to Expect

Interactive & Practical Learning

Sessions are designed for real-world application—from legal frameworks to client counseling and case strategy. Attendees will walk away with immediately actionable insights.

Networking Opportunities

Answer the call to connect—with thought leaders, colleagues, and service providers—including exhibit hall exhibits, receptions, and social activities. Forge valuable relationships while sharing best practices and resources 

Convenient Venue Amenities

• Badge pick-up at Costa Del Sol ballroom starting Thursday morning
• Exhibit hall, educational classrooms, and networking spaces all within easy walking distance.
• Resort perks: waived fees, on-site parking, and access to fitness and recreational facilities.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 Summer Convention is a valuable opportunity for legal professionals to sharpen skills, connect with peers, and learn from leaders like Greg Freeburg. His featured panel on the interactive process addresses a critical area of workers’ compensation law—empowering you to provide ethical, informed representation to injured workers.

Don’t miss this chance to grow your professional toolkit and network!