The 10th Annual Litigation and Appellate Summit, organized by the California Lawyers Association, is scheduled for May 14-15, 2026, at the JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square. This premier event brings together trial and appellate practitioners for two days of comprehensive programs and networking opportunities.
Attendees can look forward to keynote addresses from State Senator Tom Umberg and California Supreme Court Justice Leondra Kruger. The summit will cover important legislative and case law developments for litigators, appellate lawyers, and ADR practitioners, and offer appellate specialization and other specialty MCLE credits.
The event provides ample networking opportunities, including receptions and panel discussions, allowing participants to connect with peers and industry leaders. Notable speakers include esteemed figures from the legal community, offering insights into current trends and challenges in litigation and appellate practice.
This summit is ideal for trial and appellate practitioners seeking to stay updated on the latest developments in their fields, earn MCLE credits, and engage with fellow professionals in a dynamic setting.
Speakers(2)
Leondra Kruger
Associate Justice at California Supreme Court
Leondra Kruger serves as an Associate Justice on the California Supreme Court, bringing extensive experience in appellate law.
Tom Umberg
State Senator at California State Senate
Tom Umberg is a California State Senator representing the 34th Senate District, with a background in law and public service.
Event Details
- Date
- May 14-15, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square
- Pricing
- $300 - $620
- Audience
- Trial and appellate practitioners, litigators, appellate lawyers, ADR practitioners.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 11.5 MCLE hours, including 1.0 hour of Wellness Competence and 9.5 hours of Legal Specialization in Appellate Law.