23rd Annual In-House Counsel Conference: Advising During Turbulent Times

When:  Jan 29, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET)

The Massachusetts Bar Association is pleased to present the 23rd Annual In-House Counsel Conference: Advising During Turbulent Times.

This year’s conference will focus on topics of current importance to in-house counsel, including the evolving risks associated with using artificial intelligence, and feature an annual presentation on employment law developments.

The MBA is excited to announce that our keynote address will be delivered by Christina Villena ARM, CSP, vice president of risk solutions at The Hanover Insurance Group. Villena is a risk management professional with over 25 years of experience helping businesses navigate complex challenges. As vice president at Hanover Insurance, she leads the Risk Solutions and Premium Audit departments, driving strategic initiatives that deliver practical, industry-specific solutions to mitigate risk.

Villena brings deep expertise in consulting across diverse sectors, combining technical insight with a collaborative approach to problem-solving. She is also an active contributor to the Insurtech community, where she advances technology-enabled insurance solutions through product development, joint research, board service and thought leadership. Her speaking engagements and advisory roles reflect commitment to innovation and the evolving intersection of insurance and technology.

This virtual conference will be held live on Zoom to allow for interactive discussions and audience questions. Please save the date on your calendars, and plan to participate in this important conference.

Co-sponsored by the New England Corporate Counsel Association, Inc.

This webinar will be held using Zoom. Registration is required by 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28, in order to participate in this program. An email from MassBar Education will be sent before the program.

Location

Zoom Webinar