2026 CASE Conference

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Navigating Due Process and Litigation with Clarity and Strength (Room 554 A/B)

This presentation examines the often-overlooked leadership dimension of due process: sustaining professional clarity, emotional regulation, and resilience while navigating litigation. Drawing on leadership research, stress physiology, and practical administrative strategies, the session provides concrete approaches for preparing for hearings, supporting staff witnesses, partnering effectively with legal counsel, and maintaining personal well-being. Participants will also explore the “Five C’s of Leadership”—calm, clarity, consistency, compassion, and confidence—as a framework for navigating high-stakes legal environments while maintaining ethical, student-centered leadership.