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6th Annual ABA National Institute on Securities Fraud: Social Media Panel
On November 4, 2011 Philip Hilder moderated a panel dealing with the use of social media in defending a client at the ABA National Institute on Securities Fraud in New Orleans. The panel included Carrie Johnson, Justice Correspondent with National Public Radio and Kara Scannell, white collar crime reporter for the Financial Times. Mr. Hilder is the co-chair of the program.
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21st Annual National Institute on Healthcare Fraud Program
Philip H. Hilder participated on the "Trail Practice Demonstration" panel at the 21st Annual National Institute on Healthcare Fraud Program. The panel involved ambulance transportation of dialysis patients to regularly scheduled non-emergency dialysis treatments. The indictment charged the defendants with false and fraudulent claims for medically unnecessary ambulance transports, kickbacks to ambulance transportation companies, and money laundering .
TRIAL PRACTICE DEMONSTRATION - U.S. v. Fallah, et al (S.D. Texas)
21st Annual National Institute on Healthcare Fraud Program
Philip H. Hilder will be a part of the panel "Trail Practice Demonstration" at the 21st Annual National Institute on Healthcare Fraud Program being held in Miami, Florida on May 11-13, 2011.
TRIAL PRACTICE DEMONSTRATION - U.S. v. Fallah, et al (S.D. Texas)
This case involved ambulance transportation of dialysis patients to regularly scheduled non-emergency dialysis treatments. The indictment charged the defendants with false and fraudulent claims for medically unnecessary ambulance transports, kickbacks to ambulance transportation companies, and money laundering. This jury trial involved significant issues in the application of rules for reimbursement and ambiguity of the regulations. The case also included issues of proper jury instruction, and damages in connection with the false claims, kickbacks to the ambulance companies and to the patients.
Current Trends and Enforcement Initiatives of the SEC
ABA White Collar Crime Subcommittee, Criminal Justice Section along with the Federal Bar Association - Southern District of Texas Chapter Announce a CLE Luncheon featuring Rose Romero Regional Director of the Fort Worth, Texas office of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will present "Current Trends and Enforcement Initiatives of the SEC". Contact Philip Hilder with questions.
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Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Industrial Hygiene Association
Philip H. Hilder addressed the Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Industrial Hygiene Association on January 20, 2011. His topic was "Criminal Prosecution for Safety Violation is no accident".
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"The Supreme Court Ruling on 'Honest Services' Fraud and Ramifications to the Business Community: Skilling vs. U.S. Examined" Panel
On September 23, 2010, Philip H. Hilder moderated a panel discussion "The Supreme Court Ruling on 'Honest Services' Fraud and Ramifications to the Business Community: Skilling vs. U.S. Examined". The Panel examined the Supreme Court's decision to limit prosecution for honest services fraud. The event was co-sponsored by the Federal Bar Association - Southern District of Texas Chapter, and the ABA Criminal Justice Section White Collar Crime Committee.
American Bar Association
Fifth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud
October 7-8, 2010, The Westin New Orleans Canal Place, New Orleans, Louisiana
Philip H. Hilder is co-chair of The Fifth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud to be held October 7-8, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He will also be moderating panel discussions. Speakers include Lanny A. Breuer, Assistant Attorney General Criminal Division; Robert L. Khuzami, Chief Division Enforcement of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and The Honorable Jed S. Rakoff U.S. District Court Judge Southern District of New York.
The 2010 program will squarely address the issues and trends that are shaping the direction of securities regulation and enforcement for decades to come, including the status and potential impact of financial reform legislation, the enforcement trends suggested by recent cases, and the priorities of top enforcers.
Early Bird Tuition Effective Until 9/7/2010
Federal Bar Association Conference
Defending Healthcare Prosecution Power point
The power point used by Philip Hilder at the Healthcare Fraud at the Federal Law Conference 2010, presented by the Hidalgo County Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association, Southern District of Texas, April 8 & 9, 2010, McAllen, Texas.
The Second Annual National Institute on Internal Corporate Investigations and Forum for In-House Counsel
May 5-7, 2010, St. Regis Hotel, Washington, D.C.
Philip H. Hilder was a moderator of the Panel "Proactive vs. Reactive Compliance Programs".
Federal Bar Association Conference
Philip Hilder was asked to participate in a panel discussion on Healthcare Fraud at the Federal Law Conference 2010, presented by the Hidalgo County Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association, Southern District of Texas, April 8 & 9, 2010, McAllen, Texas.
BP America Compliance and Ethics Leaders Event
Houston, Texas November 4, 2009
On November 4, 2009 Philip H. Hilder was a guest speaker at the BP America Compliance and Ethics Leaders Event in Houston, Texas. Mr. Hilder addresses senior BP Management on the Sarbanes-Oxley Act related to whistle-blower protections.
Implementing an Effective "Whistleblower" Policy Presentation 2009
Philip Hilder has represented several whistleblowers such as Sherron Watkins of Enron, and Mark Zachary of County Wide. Due to his rich experience, Mr. Hilder is frequently asked to speak to and educate firms about implementing an effective whistleblower policy.
Fourth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud
October 15-16, 2009 Ritz Carlton Washington, D.C.
Philip Hilder co chaired the Fourth National Annual Institute on Securities Fraud held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Washington, D.C. On October 15th, Philip Hider moderated the opening session of the second day of the National Institute on Securities Fraud pertaining to the Foreign Corrupt Practice Act (FCPA). Among the panelist was Mark Mendelsohn, Deputy Chief of US DOJ Fraud Section-Criminal Division, and Rose Romero, SEC Texas Regional Director.
Fourth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud
October 15-16, 2009 Ritz Carlton Washington, D.C.
The end of 2008 and beginning of 2009 saw the financial markets collapse and administration change hands. Ponzi schemes are back, the FCPA is still hot, good old fashioned financial fraud seems unending, and the drumbeat for more prosecutions, stricter enforcement and stiffer penalties has never been louder. In response, the new teams at DOJ and SEC are already demonstrating renewed vigor and gearing up for aggressive enforcement in an effort to restore investor confidence. Gain valuable insights from the very best in the profession: judges, prosecutors, regulators, academics, compliance officers, and defense counsel, including Philip H. Hilder. Find out about what to expect next and how to prepare for these new developments in the ever present, headline-making area of securities fraud. The Fourth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud will provide an in-depth, cutting-edge, and rewarding educational experience for all practitioners. Mr. Hilder is a member of the planning committee as well as a participant for this event.
National Institute on Internal Corporate Investigators and In-House Counsel
May 6-8, 2009 Ritz Carlton Washington, DC
Philip Hilder gave a speech concerning whistleblowers and subtle retribution following Key Note speaker US Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr.
Panelist: The ABA Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime
March 5-7, 2009 Miamu Marriott Biscayne Bay Miami, Florida
Mr. Philip H. Hilder appeared on a panel named: Security Enforcement: Trends, Frenzies
and Crimes De Jour. The panel addressed developments and trends in criminal securities enforcement including stock options, enforcement investigations, and policies regarding securities enforcement.
Eighth Circuit Judicial Conference
August 11-15, 2008 Marriot Hotel, Chicago Illinois
Mr. Philip H. Hilder appeared on a panel before a conference of Federal Judges and Practitioners regarding White Collar Crime 101 for the Civil Practitioner.
Panelist: CLE: White Collar Practice for the Business Lawyer and In-house Counsel
July 31-August 1, 2008 South Texas College of Law Houston, Texas
Mr. Philip H. Hilder was invited to be a panelist on the sub-prime markets and theories of liability.
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