Live Conferences

Conference on Criminal Appeals

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – May 20-22, 2026

Live Webcast – May 20-22, 2026

UT Law CLE's 2026 Robert O. Dawson Conference on Criminal Appeals features members of the Court of Criminal Appeals and judges from the intermediate courts around Texas joining prosecutors and defense attorneys for balanced discussions and insights into current issues facing the criminal justice system.

Technology Law Conference

Austin – Four Seasons Hotel – May 21-22, 2026

Live Webcast – May 21-22, 2026

UT Law CLE’s 39th Annual Technology Law Conference brings together a nationally-recognized faculty of technology and licensing practitioners; in-house counsel from leading tech companies; and experts in open source, data privacy/security, and emerging technology for the latest issues affecting the industry.  Program Highlights:  Timely analysis of AI, emerging technologies, and federal policy developments. Practical privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection updates. Advanced technology transactions and licensing guidance  Litigation, risk management, and regulatory compliance strategies. Business, M&A, and in‑house leadership perspectives.  Ethics and professional responsibility in modern technology practice.

Updates in Higher Education Taxation

Live Webcast – Jun 3-4, 2026

Join us for UT Law CLE's 2026 Updates in Higher Education Taxation to hear important updates and guidance for college and university tax professionals on federal tax issues and compliance, as well as legislative, judicial, regulatory, and administrative changes affecting colleges and universities. Across two afternoons, attendees will delve into critical updates on federal tax legislation, IRS enforcement trends, and judicial decisions shaping institutional compliance responsibilities. The program offers practical guidance on a wide spectrum of issues, including unrelated business income, executive compensation and §4960 rules, tax‑exempt bond financing, strategic alliances and joint ventures, and the evolving legal and tax considerations surrounding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) arrangements. By the end of the program, attendees will be able to: Identify and evaluate recent legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments affecting tax‑exempt higher‑education institutions. Explain the new rules and less‑apparent compliance implications of OB3 affecting colleges and universities. Identify compliance obligations, risk points, and reporting considerations associated with NIL activities. Assess how forthcoming changes may affect institutional planning, operations, and compliance. Develop strategies to address areas commonly targeted in IRS enforcement.The 2026 Updates in Higher Education Taxation will serve in place of the annual Higher Education Taxation Institute (HETI). HETI will return as a live, in-person program in June 2027

Labor and Employment Law Conference

Austin – Austin Marriott South – Jun 4-5, 2026

Live Webcast – Jun 4-5, 2026

UT Law CLE's 33rd Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference is the premier program on employment law practice in Texas. By bringing together leading members of the bar, personnel experts, and in-house counsel, the conference offers timely updates, emerging trends, and the variety of perspectives practitioners need. This conference also includes UT Law CLE's 15&3 Guarantee! Following the conference, attendees will receive a bonus eSupplement to ensure practitioners can earn their required 15.00/3.00 Texas MCLE hours for the year.

First Friday Ethics (June 2026)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jun 5, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. (3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day! 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (1.00 hr ethics)Ethics Lessons from the Hit TV Show “Suits” The hit series "Suits" follows new associate Mike Ross in his adventures in big law working under partner Harvey Specter. In aggressively advocating for their clients, this duo uses tactics most attorneys wouldn't normally see in a merger or a hearing before a judge. In this presentation, Texas litigator Brent Turman tracks these fictional attorneys' cases as well as the power struggles within this firm of diverse and interesting characters, explaining whether their on-screen actions comply with specific ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct (spoiler alert: most of the time they don't.). Through the lens of this captivating series, Turman provides an entertaining way for attorneys to obtain ethics credit. Brent A. Turman, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C. - Dallas, TX 11:10 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics)Burnout is Real and so is Bliss (Replay) You’ve heard of burnout, but this session goes deeper into the real data, the neuroscience behind overwhelm, and why burnout is especially pervasive in law and on the rise. We’ll define both burnout and bliss in clear, grounded terms—no fluff, just facts—while introducing a practical spectrum to help you recognize where you truly are. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at the idea of “self-care” yet still feel the weight of your profession, this hour is your invitation to recalibrate—without losing your edge. Marla Mattenson, Mattenson Coaching & Consulting, Inc - Santa Barbara, CA 12:20 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics)Ethical Obligations for Lawyers Using AI (Replay) In 2026 all lawyers rely on some form of AI while working trials and transactions so it is imperative that all lawyers understand their ethical obligations using AI. Actually AI has been in use for more than 50 years, but not all lawyers realized that they were using Machine Learning with search engines.Peter S. Vogel, Vogel IT Law - Dallas, TX If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Conference on State and Federal Appeals

Austin – The Otis Hotel Austin – Jun 11-12, 2026

Live Webcast – Jun 11-12, 2026

UT Law CLE's 36th Annual Conference on State and Federal Appeals – designed for advanced-level civil appellate practitioners – has earned a reputation as the premier program on appellate practice and procedure in Texas and is a must-attend event for Texas civil appellate practitioners. This conference also includes UT Law CLE's 15&3 Guarantee! Following the conference, attendees will receive a bonus eSupplement to ensure practitioners can earn their required 15.00/3.00 Texas MCLE hours for the year.

LLCs, LPs and Partnerships

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Jul 16-17, 2026

Live Webcast – Jul 16-17, 2026

Join us for the 35th Annual LLCs, LPs and Partnerships Conference, a must-attend event for legal and business professionals working with unincorporated entities. Held July 16-17, 2026, this two-day program will explore the latest developments in LLCs, LPs, and partnerships with distinguished faculty of leading practitioners and academics. Attendees will gain access to tangible resources and best practices for drafting and negotiating key clauses and provisions while also analyzing complex issues faced by today’s practitioners.  This comprehensive program covers recent case law developments, evolving regulatory frameworks, and practical drafting strategies for LLC and partnership agreements. At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:Identify and analyze recent case law developments affecting LLCs, LPs, and partnerships, including fiduciary duties and veil-piercing considerations.Assess federal, state, and local tax considerations relevant to pass-through entities and apply strategies to minimize tax exposure.Analyze capital contribution issues, including contributions of real property, and determine appropriate structuring approaches. Assess estate planning and family business considerations in the context of LLCs and partnerships.Apply best practices for drafting and negotiating LLC and partnership agreements, including non-compete provisions and compensatory arrangements.Join us this year in Austin, Texas for two days of unparalleled learning and networking.

Texas NAELA Summer Conference

Galveston – Moody Gardens – Jul 29, 2026

The Texas Chapter of NAELA will have its annual meeting and conference in conjunction with the UT Law CLE's Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference at Moody Gardens in Galveston, TX on Wednesday, July 29th. In addition to the annual meeting, the conference presents topics and issues regarding various aspects in the area of Elder Law.

Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference

Galveston – Moody Gardens – Jul 30-31, 2026

Live Webcast – Jul 30-31, 2026

The 28th Annual Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference is back at Moody Gardens! Join us in Galveston, TX or via Live Webcast on July 30 - 31, 2026. This conference presents current developments and practical tips for estate planners and elder law attorneys, offers essential information for guardians ad litem, and provides a must-have set of materials and resources. Whether attending in person or via webcast, participants will benefit from a comprehensive program that addresses key issues and offers valuable insights from experienced professionals. NASBA Learning Outcomes: Analyze recent tax law changes, penalties, and planning considerations impacting estates, trusts, and Medicaid eligibility, and apply those updates to client-specific tax strategies. Evaluate complex estate planning scenarios involving business interests, cross-border assets, and advanced planning structures to determine appropriate wealth preservation and transfer strategies. Assess ethical risks, including financial exploitation, scam trust arrangements, and fiduciary responsibilities, and apply professional standards to safeguard clients and ensure compliance. Analyze client capacity, guardianship requirements, and alternatives, incorporating legal, medical, and procedural considerations into decision-making. Apply emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital tools, to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service in estate planning and elder law practice. Are you a TX NAELA Member? Come a day early and attend the 2026 TX NAELA Summer Conference! The Summer Conference is open ONLY to TX NAELA Members.

First Friday Ethics (August 2026)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Aug 7, 2026

12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (3.00 hr ethics)   Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   Join us for a transformative 3-hour CLE session Presented by Marla Mattenson, Founder of the Ethical Sales Institute that empowers Texas lawyers to achieve greater wellness and professional success. As a lawyer you don’t struggle with self-care because you lack discipline. You struggle because your nervous system is doing exactly what it was designed to do: prioritize urgency over restoration. In the high-pressure environment of a modern legal practice, this pattern can lead to chronic stress, burnout, and reduced clarity in communication and decision-making. In this wellness CLE, you’ll learn why traditional self-care often feels impossible for lawyers and how to regulate stress while continuing to work. You’ll leave with practical tools, including the Capture & Compost Method, to recover clarity under pressure, communicate more effectively (including through vocal tone awareness), boost productivity, and experience relief. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics)Why Self-Care Feels Impossible for Lawyers You know self-care matters, yet during a demanding workday it often feels unrealistic or indulgent. In this session, discover why a stressed nervous system naturally prioritizes urgency over restoration and why traditional self-care advice rarely works for lawyers. Learn how to embed small regulation practices throughout your workday to shorten stress cycles, “timebending” how long you remain in a stress response. 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics) Your Brain on Burnout Burnout is not just emotional exhaustion, it is a physiological state that changes how your brain processes information, decisions, and reacts to pressure. In this session, learn how chronic stress affects your cognition, communication, and professional judgment, and how to recognize your own stress signals through thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and shifts in vocal tone. Understanding these signals helps you respond more effectively in conversations with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel. 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics) Turning Stress Into Relief The thoughts and emotions you push aside during a demanding workday do not disappear, they accumulate. In this session, learn the Capture & Compost Method for recording stressful thoughts and later reflecting on them to identify patterns between thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and behaviors. This practice helps you recover from pressure faster, restore mental clarity, and bring greater focus, meaning, and renewal to your work.  If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Essential Employment Law: A Practical Course in the Basics

Live Webcast – Aug 21, 2026

Essential Employment Law is a one-day live webinar HR program led by employment law experts and is designed to provide overviews and updates on issues related to Texas employment law. Content is extensive and exhaustive with topics ranging from employment-at-will to disparate treatment issues, wage and hour violations, retaliation, FMLA, changes in employment law impacting compliance efforts, and more. This practical course provides detailed written materials and is ideal for HR professionals and beginning employment lawyers.

The Car Crash Seminar

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Aug 27-28, 2026

Live Webcast – Aug 27-28, 2026

The Car Crash Seminar is the ultimate program for practitioners of all experience levels. In-depth fundamentals take you from initial client contact through trial or settlement, and come away with a definitive set of resource materials and sample forms.

Entertainment Law Institute

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Sep 10-11, 2026

Don't miss the 36th Annual Entertainment Law Institute (ELI), co-sponsored by The University of Texas School of Law and the Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. ELI continues to bring together an outstanding faculty of nationally-regarded practitioners and industry insiders to keep entertainment lawyers up to date on the latest emerging trends, issues and breaking developments in music, film, games, and digital media. This year's topics are expected to include: Attorney vs. Agent/Manager Ethics Top Ten Cutting Edge Clauses from Real-World Contracts  Common Pitfalls with Licensing Music Samples and Beats Collaboration Catastrophes: Tips for Triaging Pre-Production Differing Approaches to AI Copyright in the U.S., Canada, and the EU Annual Case Law "Roundup" with Stan Soocher There are also valuable opportunities to interface with faculty and other attendees at the special Networking and Mentoring Luncheon, as well as our Thursday Evening Networking Reception. This is truly a gathering you don't want to miss!

Government Enforcement Institute

Dallas – Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown – Sep 17-18, 2026

Join us for The University of Texas School of Law’s 12th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country, bringing together leading enforcement practitioners, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and top agency personnel from SEC, DOJ, and more. This year's panels include: Current Issues for Recipients of Federal Funding What's Going on at the SEC? Chief Compliance Officers' Perspectives DOJ Updates Current Trends: False Claims Act and Healthcare Fraud Current Trends in International Enforcement Prediction Markets "101" and Enforcement States' Enforcement Priorities Thorny Issues Involving AI Compliance and Attorney-Client Privilege UTGEI offers multiple opportunities for engagement and networking with some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations—making this an event you don't want to miss!

Advanced Texas Administrative Law Seminar

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Sep 24-25, 2026

Live Webcast – Sep 24-25, 2026

The 2026 Advanced Texas Administrative Law Seminar brings together members of the judiciary, regulatory, and academic communities to engage with practitioners about the latest legislative and case law updates, rule changes, and other timely topics. 

Mortgage Lending Institute

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Sep 24-25, 2026

Live Webcast – Sep 24-25, 2026

Join leading experts at UT Law CLE’s 60th Annual William W. Gibson, Jr. Mortgage Lending Institute, Texas’ premier mortgage lending conference. Stay ahead in Mortgage Lending and Real Estate Law for this two-day event of essential updates, practical guidance, and in-depth discussions on the latest legal and industry developments.

Mergers and Acquisitions Institute

Dallas – The Ritz-Carlton – Oct 8-9, 2026

Live Webcast – Oct 8-9, 2026

UT Law CLE’s Mergers and Acquisitions Institute is the leading private M&A conference of its kind in the U.S. for the latest deal trends, structures, pitfalls and opportunities in M&A. The combination of a cutting-edge program with nationally recognized speakers, prestigious U.S. and international sponsors, the Byron Egan Whiskey Tasting, invaluable networking opportunities, and much more, makes this an event you won’t want to miss!

Essential Cybersecurity, Privacy, and AI Law

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Oct 21, 2026

Live Webcast – Oct 21, 2026

UT Law CLE's Essential Cybersecurity, Privacy, and AI Law conference is a one-day, extensive program that offers an in-depth look at the evolving regulatory landscape and practical challenges in these rapidly developing areas. Gain insights into the latest federal and state legal updates, as well as best practices for advising clients on compliance, data protection, and AI governance—making this a "must-attend" event for attorneys seeking to stay ahead in a fast-changing legal and technological environment. This year's topics are expected to include: An Overview of Current AI Regulation A Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement Update Governance in a Fast-Changing Regulatory Environment: Developing and Implementing Your Cyber/Privacy/AI Program Nuts and Bolts of AI Procurement and Contracting A Privacy Litigation and Enforcement Update Table Top Exercise: Legal Decisions in Responding to a Cyber Incident Cybersecurity Insurance and Coverage Essentials Why AI Keeps You Up at Night: Key Functions and the Possible Legal Problems They Present

Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law

Austin – Austin Marriott South – Oct 29-30, 2026

Live Webcast – Oct 29-30, 2026

For 50 years, this premier conference has brought together practitioners at every stage of their careers to learn from nationally recognized immigration law experts, exchange ideas, and navigate an ever‑changing legal and political landscape. This anniversary year is both a celebration of our legacy and a look ahead to the future of immigration practice. The two-day program delivers: In‑depth discussions on today’s most pressing immigration issues Practical tools, strategies, and guidance for key decision points Insights designed to strengthen advocacy while protecting you and your practice Join us as we honor 50 years of impact and gain fresh perspectives to help you continue delivering outstanding representation to your clients.

Advanced Patent Law Institute

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Nov 5-6, 2026

Live Webcast – Nov 5-6, 2026

UT Law CLE's 31st Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute covers the latest developments in patent law and features a sophisticated array of prosecution and litigation topics. Hear from nationally recognized faculty, leading academics, patent prosecution and litigation experts during this two-day conference.