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  • 2025 Annual Convention

    Marriott Baltimore Waterfront 700 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD, United States

    For information on speaking opportunities, exhibiting, or sponsoring the NELA Annual Convention, please contact us at nelahq@nelahq.org. or visit www.nela.org/convention.

  • The Fight for Workers’ Rights—An Introduction to the Plaintiffs’ Employment Bar

    Law students are invited to join NELA for an inspiring and interactive conversation about the power of plaintiff-side employment law to drive progressive social change. Rooted in NELA’s commitment to cultivate the next generation of workers’ rights advocates, this program invites law students and emerging attorneys to explore how a career in employment law offers a unique opportunity to champion justice, equity, and dignity in the workplace. Details and RSVP at https://www.nela.org/shape-your-career

    Free

  • Affiliate Event: Out-of-Court Statements in Employment Cases: What’s Admissible? (MWELA)

    Join the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association (MWELA), Virginia Employment Lawyers Association (VELA), Fairfax County Bar-Employment Law Section, and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association for a deep dive into the contours of hearsay, the various hearsay exceptions, and how courts generally rule on the types of out-of-court statements on which many employment cases are built. Details and registration

  • Deposition Skills for Plaintiffs’ Employment Lawyers

    Whether you are preparing to take your first deposition or your fiftieth, this immersive 2-day training will help you sharpen your skills to gather the information you need to build a strong case. Details and registration coming soon.

  • Affiliate Event: NELA-AL Seminar (NELA-AL)

    Huntsville-Madison Bar Association 228 Holmes Ave NE #8, Huntsville, AL, United States

    Topics include: Surviving summary judgment (including jiu-jitsu and "horns of a dilemma" techniques) Discovery techniques to defeat summary judgment Polarizing the case Winning strategies at trial Dealing with difficult clients and opposing counsel Using and abusing AI "Ask Us Anything" brainstorm sessions and much more! Registration and details coming soon.

  • Affiliate Event: Practicing Before the D.C. Office of Employee Appeals (MWELA)

    Join the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association (MWELA) for an overview of the District of Columbia Office of Employee Appeals (OEA), the independent agency that hears appeals from D.C. government employees challenging terminations, suspensions, and other adverse actions. Details and registration

  • Affiliate Event: NELANY “TRIAL STORIES: Trial Skills and Litigating under the New and Improved 740”

    Join NELA/NY for a candid discussion with Scott Simpson and Raya Saksouk of Menken Simpson & Rozger LLP on the practical and strategic lessons learned during a recent federal trial involving claims under New York Labor Law § 740. Our presenters will share firsthand insights on litigating this evolving cause of action—from pretrial submissions and motion practice through witness cross examinations and jury charge issues. In addition to practical insights, they will also discuss legal issues relating to, among other things, the causation standard under NYLL 740, the impact of a subsequent termination on a plaintiff's mitigation efforts, the defendant's burden of […]

  • Affiliate Event: MWELA Annual Conference

    The Mayflower Hotel 1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

    MWELA’s Annual Conference is an all-day event featuring colleagues, judges, and outside experts discussing topics on all aspects of the plaintiff’s employment practice. We will also present MWELA's 2026 Lawyer of the Year Award. CLE will be available with documentation sent to confirmed attendees via email when received from each state, approximately 90-120 days following the conference. 

  • Powering Up Your Practice with AI and Legal Tech

    Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop 25 S Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us in Chicago, IL to explore how AI and tech can be used ethically and effectively to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve outcomes without sacrificing quality or care.

  • NELA Interest Group Meeting: AI Tools and Techniques for Managing Administrative Work

    Members-Only Practice/Interest Group Meeting

    This is a members-only Interest Group meeting. For information on joining NELA, visit our membership page. The AI and Tech Interest Group invites you to a hands‑on discussion about how members are using AI to streamline administrative work and improve efficiency in their practices. Led by Nicole Gainey (OR) and Ben Lebsack (CO), this informal chat will highlight real workflows as practitioners share the tools, prompts, and systems they rely on to manage routine tasks like client intake, and day‑to‑day office operations.

  • Webinar: Working Towards a More Equitable and Diverse Law Firm (Members Only)

    Members-Only Webinar

    This is a members-only webinar. For more information about joining NELA, please visit our membership page. As many law firms and companies retreat from diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, NELA remains committed to ensuring that our members and member firms are armed with the tools necessary to continue this work. Our speakers will offer guidance and best practices on how best to recruit, hire, and retain attorneys and staff from minority and marginalized communities. This webinar is presented by NELA's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Committee. The DEIA Committee works to make NELA a welcoming, relevant, and fulfilling organization […]

  • 2026 NELA Annual Convention

    Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

    Join us in New Orleans for our 2026 Annual Convention! Details coming soon. Have an idea for a session? Interested in exhibiting? Visit https://www.nela.org/convention for more details.