Lisa Sommer Devlin
JD
AZ, USLisa Sommer Devlin has provided legal representation to hotel chains like Hilton and Starwood for over twenty years in matters relating to negotiation of event contracts and litigation over convention and group related matters such as cancellation and attrition. She has twice been recognized as one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Meeting Industry by Meeting News Magazine. She has served on many industry related panels and has spoken at a wide variety of industry events.
Lisa Sommer Devlin has provided legal representation to hotel chains like Hilton and Starwood for over twenty years in matters relating to negotiation of event contracts and litigation over convention and group related matters such as cancellation and attrition. She has twice been recognized as one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Meeting Industry by Meeting News Magazine. She has served on many industry related panels and has spoken at a wide variety of industry events.
Point/Counterpoint: The Lawyers Debate Today's Hottest Contract Issues
Lisa Sommer Devlin, who represents hotels and Barbara Dunn, who represents groups and associations, engage in a lively debate regarding key issues in event contracts. The lawyers will debate which clauses are "must haves" versus "nice if you can get it" and how to negotiate clauses to reach the contract that is a win-win for all involved.
Hotel Contracts in Court
Two well-known industry attorneys, Lisa Sommer Devlin (who represents hotels), and Barbara Dunn (who represents groups and meeting planners), will review real life case studies of event contract problems. Barbara and Lisa will give insight on how the law would apply to the cases. This lively and interactive session will demonstrate how legal problems can arise from poor contracting, give tips as to how to avoid issues and will show attendees how real life legal disputes are...
Confronting and Overcoming Common Negotiation Obstacles in Hotel Contracts
An attorney with over twenty years experience in representing hotels reviews the legal requirements of key event contract clauses, along with common contracting mistakes and tips for negotiation success. Even the most experienced meeting planner will learn a contracting tip that can be used right away by attending this presentation.
