The NALSC Annual Conference 2026 is a premier event organized by the National Association of Legal Search Consultants, dedicated to enhancing the legal search profession through education, networking, and adherence to a strong Code of Ethics. This year's conference is scheduled from Thursday, February 26th to Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at The Westin New Orleans.
The conference agenda features a range of sessions tailored for legal recruiters and law firm professionals. Highlights include the opening session on "Brain Care Basics for Legal Recruiters," presented by Ava Diamond Dreyer and Andrew Blatter, focusing on managing stress and enhancing resilience. Concurrent sessions such as "The Art of Cold Calling – Dealing with Objections" and "Sticky Situations from the Law Firm Perspective" offer practical strategies for common challenges in the field.
Attendees can look forward to numerous networking opportunities, including a reception sponsored by ALM, and ALM Intelligence, and a hospitality suite featuring New Orleans Cajun/Zydeco music and tarot card entertainment. These events provide a relaxed environment to connect with peers and industry leaders.
This conference is ideal for legal search consultants, law firm recruiters, and related professionals seeking to stay abreast of industry trends, enhance their skills, and expand their professional networks. The diverse sessions and networking events are designed to provide valuable insights and foster meaningful connections within the legal recruitment community.
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Speakers(6)
Andrew Blatter
JD/LCSW
A veteran Big Law Partner turned seasoned Big Law Therapist, Andrew collaborates with Ava Diamond Dreyer to deliver impactful programs on brain care and resilience to law firms nationwide.
Ava Diamond Dreyer
Psychotherapist, Pro Athlete, Coach, Author
Certified in Neuroscience, Nutritional Psychiatry, Brain Health, and Trauma Recovery, Ava is a best-selling author and speaker who shares strategies for brain optimization and resilience.
Chris DeSantis
Author, Speaker, Consultant, and Podcast Host
Chris specializes in generational communication, offering insights into connecting with candidates, clients, and colleagues across different age groups.
Dan Binstock
Partner at Garrison
Dan is a legal recruiter who moderates sessions on cold-calling techniques and recruiting outreach, focusing on practical strategies for handling objections.
Michael Nguyen
Director, Talent Acquisition at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Michael co-moderates sessions addressing challenging scenarios in law firm recruiting, providing strategies for effective resolution.
Toccarra T. Brooks
Chief Strategic Recruiting Officer at Eversheds Sutherland
Toccarra co-moderates discussions on navigating complex situations in law firm recruiting, offering insights from her extensive experience.
Event Details
- Date
- February 26-28, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New Orleans, United States
- The Westin New Orleans
- Pricing
- $899 - $999
- Audience
- Legal search consultants, law firm recruiters, and related professionals.
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