Top Continuing Legal Education Conferences in 2023

This year is already an exciting one for Continuing Legal Education conferences! With virtual, hybrid, and in-person events popping up all over the country and even abroad, and you’ve got plenty of options to choose from when looking for ways to stay sharp on your legal skills.

So, to get you started in your search for the top CLE sessions this year, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most popular events and workshops happening for U.S. lawyers. Get ready to level up your legal game with these can’t-miss CLE courses!

Annual Continuing Legal Education Conferences

American Bar Association

The American Bar Association (ABA) offers everything you need to advance your legal practice. The Committee Midwinter Meetings provide informative programs on trending subjects, recent developments in the legal industry, and court rulings delivered by authorities in their fields. All Midwinter Meetings qualify for CLE credit, and some of them may satisfy your state’s MCLE requirements. You can check the dates here.

Additionally, the ABA TECHSHOW is happening from March 1-4, 2023. The focus of this event will be integrating technology into the practice of law. Technology use is crucial for lawyers for many reasons, both inside and outside of the office. To name a few, the right use of technology can help attorneys provide better client care and manage the intricacies of a career in law more effectively.

Of course, it can feel daunting to stay updated with the most recent technology as it develops. ABA TECHSHOW can be very helpful for legal practitioners who are looking to update their systems or learn how to streamline their workflow better with the help of tech. Plus, you’ll get to meet over 100 vendors of tech-related products and services at this event.

The SUMMIT

Owners from big and small law firms all over the United States attend this annual conference that’s taken place each year since 2017. The SUMMIT was a game-changing conference designed by the practice management specialists at Atticus that aims to inform and educate attendees from all over.

At this in-person event in Orlando, FL, attendees can look forward to gaining motivation from keynote speakers, engaging in thought-provoking conversations and workshops, and discovering fresh perspectives through innovative exhibits.

If you own a law firm, save the date for this one! It’s happening November 2-3, 2023! Click here for more information.

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Another annual event that offers timely topics on legal issues is the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Annual Conference on Immigration Law. This conference will be held from June 21-24, 2023, in Orlando, Florida.

In the U.S., more than 16,000 lawyers and professors who practice and teach immigration law are members of the AILA. These members serve a variety of clients, including American immigrant families who want to give their immediate family members permanent residency, as well as American companies that want to hire people from abroad. If you’re already an AILA member or if you’re planning to join, their annual conference is a great place to start.

Destination CLEs

If you’re looking for an exciting way to learn and network with other attorneys this year, we’ve got great news for you. Thanks to Destination CLEs, you can complete your CLE credits requirements while on vacation! Yes, you read that right!

Here’s a list of destinations that are offering the legal community an unforgettable Eduvacation℠ experience this year:

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Mark your calendars for April 17-21, 2023, when you can enjoy a beach-front legal seminar on the cosmopolitan paradise of St. Thomas, USVI!

Thankfully, you don’t have to settle for virtual legal conferences anymore. With this trip from Destination CLEs, you can earn up to 12 MCLE credits while sipping a refreshing drink by the ocean.

While on the trip, you’ll have plenty of time to explore all that the island has to offer by taking part in enlightening tours or even simply unwinding on the beach. Our Eduvacation℠ seminars provide an invaluable opportunity for you to earn CLE credits while also enjoying a well-deserved break. Invite your colleagues, family members, or law firm partners and make it a wonderful getaway you’ll want to re-book every year.

This live CLE program covers Personal Injury topics along with ethics discussions.

Check out the brochure for this program for more information or click here to book your spot before this trip sells out!

Anchorage, Alaska

Sail with us to Anchorage, Alaska, on May 13-20, 2023, for an adventure in the Alaskan wilderness!

The highlight of this 7-day tour is the incredible Glacier Bay. This gorgeous national park, located just west of Juneau, is home to some of the most magnificent tidewater glaciers in the world, including Margerie Glacier. It’s no surprise that Glacier Bay National Park, with its spectacular ice giants, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During this cruise adventure, you’ll be earning 6 CLE hours on Technology topics while at sea.

Click here to learn more with the brochure or reserve your spot on this trip here!

Dublin, Ireland

Third on our list for CLE conferences abroad this year is an international trip to the Emerald Isle with our Eduvacation℠ in Dublin, Ireland!

From June 10-17, 2023, you can spend the week immersed in a cultural experience while learning about key legal topics like Tax Systems, International Humanitarian Law, and Irish Criminal Courts Procedures, among others.

Our Dublin CLE seminar is already sold out, but you can click here to join the waitlist so you’ll be the first to know if a spot opens!

For more information about this destination, click here to check out the brochure.

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Finally, perhaps the best CLE seminar in the continental U.S. this year is the Balloon Fiesta CLE that’s taking place October 6-10, 2023.

We’re super excited for you to join us in Santa Fe, New Mexico for this conference and to witness an extraordinary sight! On this trip, you’ll have the opportunity to take fantastic photos of more than 500 balloons taking flight from one of Balloon Fiesta Park’s most stunning vantage points. You’ll get to experience this breathtaking view from the Gondola Club, a secluded location away from the masses that provides visitors with delicious food, local entertainment, premium parking, complimentary shuttles, and lovely outdoor seating.

Plus, you can expect to learn more about Judicial Misconduct, Gender Bias, and Handling High Conflict Litigants on this trip.

Check out the brochure for more information, or click here to book your spot now before the prices go up!

Other Notable CLE Conferences in 2023

Clio Cloud Conference

The Clio Conference is another must-go when it comes to legal CLE conferences happening this year. The Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, TN will once again host the ClioCon from October 9-10, 2023.

This convention is designed to help you amplify your impact, network with other legal professionals, and gain unique insights and inspiration to improve your law practice.

Find out more or register for this event here.

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Last but certainly not least, NACDL’s 2023 Midwinter Meeting and Seminar offers 14 general credits and will be held at Royal Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans.

The unique pre-trial tactics you’ll learn from nationally distinguished faculty during this event are the first steps in preparation for your next successful case. At this conference, you can pick up new, valuable techniques that you never learned in law school!

Above all, you’ll be reinvigorated in the famous French Quarter, where you can dine, drink, and have fun. Click here to learn more or to register for this CLE event.

Conclusion

Now that you know the top CLE conferences happening for U.S. lawyers this year, it’s time to start planning your Eduvacation℠!

Here at Destination CLEs, we specialize in creating unique CLE experiences that are curated for the busy lawyer who deserves a break.

Whether you want to relax on the beach while getting credit for ethics or learn about International Law while enjoying a Guinness beer in Dublin, we have a destination for you.

Click here to browse our destinations and start planning your exciting CLE trip today!

References

What is the Summit? by The Summit
Events & CLE by American Bar Association
ABA TECHSHOW 2023 by ABA TechShow
AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law by American Immigration Lawyers Association
2023 ClioCon by Clio Cloud Conference
2023 Midwinter Meeting & Seminar by National Association of Criminal Defence Lawyers