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Braden Core represents motor carriers, forwarders, and logistics companies in regulatory compliance, contract reviews, and owner-operator arrangements. He also defends businesses in a large variety of enforcement cases, including TSA air-cargo and cargo-screening investigations and FAA dangerous-goods investigations. Braden also regularly counsels and speaks on owner-operator arrangements, challenges to independent-contractor classification, and compliance with the Federal Leasing Regulations.

Jill Termini joined UPS in 1995 and currently manages complex litigated matters related to UPS services including catastrophic auto claims.  She also manages compliance issues associated with the transportation of most regulated goods.  She works closely with many UPS’s functions and UPS business units throughout the United States.  She serves on multiple corporate committees for UPS, including Chairing UPS’s Pro Bono Committee.  She served on the Board of Directors of the Children’s Museum of Atlanta for seven years and six years with the Special Olympics of Georg

Shane O’Neill is a seasoned trial lawyer and trusted strategist for the transportation industry, known for navigating high-stakes litigation with precision, speed, and resolve. He represents motor carriers and commercial operators in catastrophic loss cases across the country—guiding clients from crisis response through verdict with a clear focus on defense strategy and risk mitigation.

Michael McDonough is a trial attorney with Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC. His trial experience involves trials in both federal and state courts in approximately 20 different states. The subject matter of his practice is varied and includes commercial and personal injury litigation, as well as insurance law and coverage issues.

Lacey Breeden serves as General Counsel for fourth-generation family-owned and operated Transportation Resource Management, LLC. In this role, Lacey focuses on potential risk management strategies for all the company’s departments including its motor carrier entities, brokerage, equipment leasing company, administrative services company, and maintenance arm. She dedicates her time to implementing strategic mitigation through pro-active corporate governance and claims adjusting.

A native of Crowley, Louisiana, Jim's pre-legal experience includes work as both a mechanic and a truck driver. He attended LouisianaState University and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration in 1985. In 1988, Jim received his Juris Doctor Degree from Loyola University School of Law and has been practicing as a defense attorney handling litigation matters in the areas of insurance, transportation, trucking, products liability, and warranty litigation.

Jesse Elison serves as Chief Counsel for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) at the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). He was appointed to this role in January 2025 and oversees legal services for FMCSA headquarters and field offices.

Megan Johnson is the Vice President of Legal & Risk for Axle Logistics, LLC.  Since 2015, her areas of responsibility have included leading all aspects of the fast-growing company’s legal and risk management efforts.  Megan is a seasoned attorney with broad experience in transportation and logistics, corporate law, insurance, capital raising, and commercial transactions.  She previously practiced at large nationwide law firms and served as a founding partner of a boutique law firm focused on the technology sector.  Through those practice experiences, she has a

Stephanie Lewis is the General Counsel for Kirsch Transportation Services, Inc., a leading freight broker based in Omaha, Nebraska. Stephanie received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Creighton University, where she developed a passion for law and its applications in the business world. Stephanie's professional journey began as a litigator and business advisor, where she specialized in providing legal counsel to small and mid-sized businesses. Her expertise spans various aspects of law, and she is licensed to practice in both Nebraska and Iowa.

Madison is an associate in NRF’s Dallas office.  She has a diverse practice in both federal and state courts, representing clients in significant tort matters, product liability cases, and complex commercial disputes.  A significant portion of her work involves defending high-exposure lawsuits arising from catastrophic incidents, which often include claims seeking substantial damages for severe injuries and fatalities.