Hosted by the Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF)

In this timely webinar, leading attorneys on the front lines of these cases share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the evolving legal landscape facing America’s research and academic communities.

Originally recorded on Tuesday, June 23, 2026

This in-depth panel discussion brings together an exceptional group of legal experts with groundbreaking cases and deep expertise in protecting the rights of scientists, scholars, and researchers. It is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the attorneys actively defending individuals navigating these challenges in 2026.

Learn more about the Asian American Scholar Forum: https://www.aasforum.org

Featured Speakers:

Rob Fisher, Esq. Partner at Nixon Peabody LLP, is a Chambers USA–ranked trial lawyer and former Assistant U.S. Attorney

Justin Sadowsky, Esq. Legal Director at the Chinese American Legal Defense Alliance (CALDA)

John Sandweg, Esq. Partner at Nixon Peabody LLP, where he leads the firm’s Cross-Border Risks team within the Government Investigations & White-Collar Defense practice

Brian Sun, Esq. Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright

Clay Zhu, Esq. President of CALDA

The webinar was moderated by Gisela Perez Kusakawa, Esq., Executive Director of the Asian American Scholar Forum