American Bar Association (ABA) 2025 Business Law Section Spring Meeting
The American Bar Association (ABA) is hosting its 2025 Business Law Section Spring Meeting from April 24 to April 26 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. This annual event brings together legal professionals, including managing partners, in-house counsel, government regulators, judges, and top practitioners from around the world, to discuss major issues facing business lawyers today.
The meeting will feature over 50 continuing legal education (CLE) programs and numerous discussions on topics such as corporate regulation, securities law, taxation, government affairs, and litigation. Notable sessions include "What to Expect from the New Administration," providing insights into emerging changes affecting the business law landscape, and "All the President’s Men: A Look at Attorneys’ Ethical Duties in View of Recent Disbarments and Criminal Convictions," exploring the ethical responsibilities of attorneys in light of recent events.
Attendees will have opportunities to network with peers during various receptions and events, including the In-House Counsel Reception on April 25. The meeting will also host an exhibition featuring services like registered agent services, entity management, and corporate services, allowing participants to engage with industry service providers.
This event is ideal for business law professionals seeking to stay informed about current trends, earn CLE credits, and expand their professional networks. Law students are also encouraged to attend, with complimentary registration and participation in the Law Student Scholar Program, designed to help them navigate the meeting and connect with practicing business lawyers.
Speakers(15)
Arleen Nand
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP
Arleen Nand, joined by Law Clerk Daniel Albarrán García, presented during the Lending Subcommittee of the ABA Banking Law Committee Meeting on 'Commercial Loan Documentation Trends' on April 24, 2025.
Carl A. Valenstein
Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Carl Valenstein participated in the International M&A Subcommittee Meeting on April 26, 2025, discussing M&A issues for cross-border deals following the change in US administration.
Carolyn M. Welshhans
Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Carolyn Welshhans participated in the CLE program 'The Regulatory Winds Shift in Washington: Understanding the SEC’s New Priorities' on April 24, 2025.
Denise Kraft
Panelist
Denise Kraft was a panelist in the session 'What to Expect from the New Administration' on April 24, 2025.
Gary Ross
Moderator
Gary Ross moderated the session 'What to Expect from the New Administration' on April 24, 2025.
Jonathan Bing
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP
Jonathan Bing spoke at the Showcase CLE program titled 'What to Expect from the New Administration' on April 24, 2025.
Lauren E. Campisi
Partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Lauren Campisi served as the co-chair of the Section’s 2025 Spring Meeting Host Committee and is chair of the Truth in Lending Subcommittee.
Luciana Griebel
Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Luciana Griebel participated in the International M&A Subcommittee Meeting on April 26, 2025, discussing M&A issues for cross-border deals following the change in US administration.
Michael L. Arnold
Partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
Michael Arnold moderated the 'Dialogue with the Director' session, interviewing Cicely LaMothe, Acting Director of the Division of Corporation Finance at the SEC, and spoke on a panel reviewing recent developments at the SEC.
Monika L. McCarthy
Managing Director and General Counsel at CrossCheck Compliance LLC
Monika McCarthy moderated the 'Insurance Coverage 101 for In-House Counsel' panel at the ABA Business Law Section Spring Meeting on April 25, 2025, in New Orleans.
Raul Escatel
Panelist
Raul Escatel was a panelist in the session 'What to Expect from the New Administration' on April 24, 2025.
Reena Bajowala
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP
Reena Bajowala spoke on sessions including 'The New Administration’s Strategy on AI, Cyber, and FinTech Policy' on April 25, 2025, and 'Deepfakes for Good: Managing Risks, Protecting Clients When Using AI-Powered Digital Replicas' on April 26, 2025.
Tim Graulich
Partner and Head of International Restructuring at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Tim Graulich spoke on the 'Bankruptcy Nuts and Bolts for Finance Lawyers' panel, discussing topics such as intercreditor relationships and debtor-in-possession negotiations.
Will Wagner
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig LLP
Will Wagner spoke at the CLE program titled 'Navigating the Shift: How State Legislative Trends Affect Corporate and Business Lawyers' on April 25, 2025.
William M. Lafferty
Partner at Morris Nichols Arsht & Tunnell LLP
William Lafferty presented on the 2025 amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law at the M&A Committee meeting on April 26, 2025.
Event Details
- Date
- April 25-27, 2025
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New Orleans, United States
- Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Business law professionals, including managing partners, in-house counsel, government regulators, judges, top practitioners, and law students.
- CLE Credits
- CLE opportunities are available. For more information and to register, visit the ABA event website.