UC Law to Host 35th Annual Corporate Law Symposium

Event to examine corporate ethics and compliance programs 30 years after landmark Caremark decision

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The University of Cincinnati College of Law will host the 35th Annual Corporate Law Center Symposium on March 6, 2026, bringing together legal scholars, in-house counsel, and practitioners to examine the legacy and continuing impact of the landmark 1996 Caremark decision on corporate governance and compliance programs.

Why it matters

The Caremark decision is widely regarded as a foundational moment for the modern compliance industry, shaping both corporate governance practices and board oversight responsibilities for decades. This symposium provides a platform to explore the intended and unintended consequences of Caremark, as well as best practices for designing and administering effective ethics and compliance programs.

The details

The daylong symposium will feature panels on topics such as the efficacy of whistleblowing and zero-tolerance policies, the value of the Caremark precedent in light of changing conditions, and best practices for creating and administering corporate ethics and compliance programs. Speakers will include UC Law alumni and other leading voices in corporate law.

  • The 35th Annual Corporate Law Center Symposium will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026.
  • The event will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The players

University of Cincinnati College of Law

The host institution for the 35th Annual Corporate Law Center Symposium, which has become a signature gathering for thoughtful debate and cutting-edge scholarship on pressing issues in corporate law.

Ronald Brown

Ret. Chairman & CEO of Milacron Inc. and a noted speaker at the symposium.

Bridget McGraw

General Counsel, Technology & Operations at GE Aerospace and a UC Law alumna speaking at the event.

Breck Weigel

Partner at Squire Patton Boggs and a UC Law alumnus speaking at the symposium.

David Willbrand

Chief Legal Officer & Secretary at Pacaso, Inc. and a UC Law alumnus speaking at the event.

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What’s next

The symposium organizers hope to bridge theory and practice and generate practical insights for organizations of all sizes through the robust exchange of ideas among scholars, in-house counsel, and practitioners.

The takeaway

This symposium provides a timely opportunity to examine the lasting impact of the landmark Caremark decision and explore best practices for developing effective corporate ethics and compliance programs that promote accountability and integrity.