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2026 Cybersecurity

2026 Mergers and Acquisitions

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!

2026 Advanced Administrative Law

2026 Live Conference coming up Sep 24 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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. 

William W. Gibson, Jr.
2026 Mortgage Lending

2026 Live Conference coming up Sep 24 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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.

2026 Government Enforcement

2026 Live Conference coming up Sep 17 in Dallas. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

2026 Entertainment Law Institute

2026 Live Conference coming up Sep 10 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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!

2026 Car Crash Seminar

2026 Live Conference coming up Aug 27 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

UT CLE's 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 you'll come away with a definitive set of resource materials and sample forms

2026 Elder Law

2026 Live Conference coming up Jul 30 in Galveston. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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. 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.

2026 Texas NAELA Summer Conference

2026 Live Conference coming up Jul 29 in Galveston. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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.

2026 LLCs, LPs and Partnerships

2026 Live Conference coming up Jul 16 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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. Join us this year in Austin, Texas for two days of unparalleled learning and networking.

2026 State and Federal Appeals

2026 Live Conference coming up Jun 11 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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.

2026 Labor and Employment Law

2026 Live Conference coming up Jun 4 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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.

2026 Updates in Higher Education Tax

2026 Live Conference coming up Jun 3 in Live Webcast. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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

2026 Technology Law

2026 Live Conference coming up May 21 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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. 

Robert O. Dawson
2026 Criminal Appeals

2026 Live Conference coming up May 20 in Austin. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

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.

2026 Corporate Counsel

2026 Live Conference coming up Apr 23 in Houston. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

UT Law CLE's 48th Annual Corporate Counsel Institute is the conference for in-house counsel and outside counsel who represent companies of all sizes. The Institute offers in-depth, practical discussions on the legal issues and considerations that matter most to corporate counsel, and provides opportunities for dialogue and networking among speakers and attendees—making this an event you do not want to miss! This year's topics include: Annual Employment Law Update Crisis Management and the Role of Social Media Beware the Boilerplate! And Other Contract Pitfalls Texas or Delaware: Where Should You Incorporate? Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement How Can In-House Counsel Add Value to and IPO or M&A Exit Transaction? AI Governance and Training Best Practices How to Respond to the Government When it Shows Up at Your Door Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Privacy Compliance Construction Contracts, Lease Agreements, and Other Real Estate Contracts And more!This conference also includes UT Law CLE's 15&3 Guarantee! Following the conference, attendees will receive a bonus online eSupplement to ensure practitioners can earn their required 15.00/3.00 ethics of Texas MCLE hours for the year.

Ernest E. Smith
2026 Oil, Gas and Mineral Law

2026 Live Conference coming up Apr 16 in Houston. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

Now in its 52nd year, the Ernest E. Smith Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Institute continues to be the definitive course for attorneys, corporate lawyers, E&P operators, and landmen, and it brings together a distinguished faculty of academics and practitioners for presentations on the latest oil and gas developments. Program highlights include: Essential legal updates, including two sessions reviewing "the latest decisions dealing with oil and gas leases, royalties, mineral conveyances, joint operating agreements, state regulation, and related topics." Timely regulatory and legislative intelligence, featuring a full State Regulatory Agencies Refresher and a Texas Legislative Update covering the 2025 session. Emerging industry trends, such as "an overview of the nascent field of lithium mining law in Texas” and a survey of “recent developments in federal permitting of LNG and natural gas projects." Ethics and technology insights, including the session noting that "Generative AI is rapidly reshaping litigation" and a dedicated hour on the ethical boundaries of using landmen.

2026 Health Law

2026 Live Conference coming up Apr 16 in Houston. Info and registration »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks after conclusion of the event

UT Law CLE's 37th Annual Health Law Conference brings together leading in-house attorneys from major hospitals and medical institutions, government officials, as well as legal and financial advisors representing hospitals, healthcare providers, and physicians. The conference provides practical and detailed coverage of updates, current issues, and key strategies and opportunities facing members of the healthcare community.  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.

2026 Land Use

2026 Live Conference recently concluded Mar 6 More info »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks

The 30th Annual Land Use Conference offers high-level, detailed coverage of the key issues, strategies, challenges, tools, and opportunities facing municipalities, counties, and developers. It focuses on real-world problems with practical solutions presented by an outstanding faculty, including developers' attorneys, land use planners, local government attorneys, engineers, and state and local regulators. Comprehensive legal and regulatory updates spanning zoning, platting, takings, state pre‑emption, county authority, impact fees, and emerging legislative trends—equipping practitioners to navigate rapidly evolving land use frameworks. Deep dives into current development challenges, including ETJ releases, development agreements, manufactured housing communities, water supply and drainage issues, special districts, and the growing footprint of energy infrastructure. Practical, solutions‑oriented guidance from leading attorneys, planners, and regulators on negotiating development issues, managing exactions, addressing high‑power‑use facilities, and making defensible decisions in complex land use environments. Ethics and professional responsibility insights, including sessions on advising clients amid risk‑laden development decisions and understanding ethical obligations when using AI in legal practice.

2026 School Law

2026 Live Conference recently concluded Feb 13 More info »
2026 Materials expected available 3-5 weeks

UT Law CLE’s 41st Annual School Law Conference is the definitive program for school administrators, school board members, education professionals, and the legal counsel who represent them. Presentations offer in-depth, practical discussion of the legal and regulatory issues affecting schools and school districts, and provide a must-have set of materials and resources. 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.