Camille Vasquez

Lawyer, Partner at Brown Rudnick LLP

As an NBC News Legal Analyst and renowned attorney, Camille Vasquez is sought after for her critical insights and perspective on today’s most high-profile legal cases. Many people around the world were consumed by the high-profile nature of the Johnny Depp defamation case, but it’s the behind-the-scenes stories that are both riveting and enlightening. Audiences will hear how members of the unique legal team were chosen, gain insights into their months of preparation and discover how—after more than 100 hours of testimony—the jury was convinced to rule in their favor. A rising star even before she joined Brown Rudnick, Vasquez was named “One to Watch” by Best Lawyers in America for 2021-22. She has extensive experience handling reputation management and crisis communications and more than 10 years of experience as a trial lawyer in high-stakes disputes, including other defamation cases. Speaking alone or together with fellow attorney Ben Chew, Vasquez tells audiences what it took to build the case that was six years in the making and to-date has inspired an NBC documentary A Marriage on Trial, a sequel to the two-part Discovery+ docuseries Johnny vs. Amber and the scripted movie Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial which premiered on Tubi. Audiences will hear how members of the BR legal team were selected, gain insights into the months of trial preparation and discover why—after more than 100 hours of testimony—the jury ruled in Johnny Depp’s favour. Dive deep with Vasquez as she unravels the essence of thriving under pressure. Amidst one of the most scrutinised legal battles of recent times, she remained unshaken, showcasing her exceptional legal acumen and unwavering focus. Her story isn’t just about legal victory; it’s about the relentless pursuit of excellence in the face of overwhelming odds. This session promises law firm owners an exclusive look at Vasquez’s strategies for tuning out distractions, honing in on what truly matters, and delivering exceptional results when the stakes are highest. Whether you’re navigating the courtroom or the boardroom, her insights are poised to empower and inspire. Her keynote will be followed by an intimate Q&A where you can ask your burning questions.

Sessions by Camille Vasquez

3rd Day

May 14, 2024

Camille Vasquez - From the Courtroom to the Boardroom: Performing and Succeeding in High Stakes Environments

Through one of the most publicised, high-profile cases in recent years, Camille Vasquez endured high levels of stress and relentless media attention in the 2022 Johnny Depp defamation trial. Nevertheless, she captured the nation’s attention with her sharp and eloquent cross-examinations, ultimately winning the case. Vasquez will share with the lawyers at Law Biz Con her insights on how tune out all the noise and perform at your best under pressure and how to protect your brand when under scrutiny. Following her Keynote, Caralee Fontenele will join Camille on stage for a candid Q & A session, where Law Biz Con guests can ask their burning questions.

11:30 AM - 12:40 PM Visionary Room