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State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting 2026

Name: State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting 2026
Start: 2026-06-11
End: 2026-06-12
Location: Marriott Marquis Houston

by State Bar of Texas

The State Bar of Texas Annual Meeting is a premier event organized by the State Bar of Texas, designed to provide legal professionals with comprehensive educational programming and networking opportunities. Scheduled for June 11-12, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, this two-day conference offers a year's worth of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits in just two days, along with access to a curated selection of legal service providers on the exhibit floor.

Attendees can expect sessions covering the integration of artificial intelligence into daily legal practice, the latest developments in legal technology, cloud-based practice management, and workflow automation. These topics are tailored to help legal professionals enhance efficiency and streamline processes within their firms.

The event also features notable networking opportunities, including the Bar Leaders Recognition Luncheon, Bench Bar Breakfast, and General Session Luncheon. Additionally, the President's Party offers an evening of entertainment and socializing, fostering connections among peers and industry leaders.

Legal professionals seeking to stay abreast of cutting-edge topics and trends in the legal landscape should attend. The meeting provides a platform to gain valuable insights, earn CLE credits, and engage with top-notch legal service providers, all aimed at enhancing the quality of legal services offered to the public.

Speakers(26)

Al Harrison

Al Harrison is a speaker in the General Practice, Solo & Small Firm CLE session on safeguarding confidentiality and privacy of client information.

Bill Parrish

Bill Parrish is a speaker in the 'Atticus Finch and Ethics' session, focusing on professionalism lessons from Atticus Finch.

Daryl Moore

Daryl Moore is a speaker in the Appellate Law session.

David Bennett

David Bennett is a speaker in the Business Law and Corporate Counsel CLE session on dealing with financially troubled businesses.

David Coale

David Coale is a speaker in the Appellate Law session.

Donald Feare

Donald Feare is a speaker in the Animal Law session on Animal Law 101 and adding animal law to your practice.

Donald R. Philbin, Jr.

Donald R. Philbin, Jr. is a speaker in the Alternative Dispute Resolution session on integrating the power of pictures into settlement negotiations.

Dr. Joe L. 'Joey' Cope

Dr. Joe L. 'Joey' Cope is a speaker in the Alternative Dispute Resolution session on breaking through self-deception in mediation.

Hon. Rogelio Valdez

Hon. Rogelio Valdez is a speaker in the General Practice, Solo & Small Firm CLE session on practice tips in the appellate courts.

Hon. Susan Criss

Hon. Susan Criss is a speaker in the Legal Innovation Track: The Adaptable Lawyer session on social media ethics and etiquette for lawyers.

James H. 'Blackie' Holmes

James H. 'Blackie' Holmes is a speaker in the Early Morning CLE session featuring the Texas Legal Legends Video: Creating the Texas Lawyers' Creed.

Jim Perdue, Sr.

Jim Perdue, Sr. is a speaker in the 'Atticus Finch and Ethics' session on what makes a good storyteller like Atticus Finch.

John Fleming

John Fleming is a speaker in the Alternative Dispute Resolution session on the impact of new and proposed legislation on ADR.

John K. Boyce III

John K. Boyce III is a speaker in the Alternative Dispute Resolution session on the impact of new and proposed legislation on ADR.

Johnathan C. Bolton

Johnathan C. Bolton is a speaker in the Bankruptcy session on bankruptcy law updates.

Jonathan Smaby

Jonathan Smaby is a speaker in the Early Morning CLE session on avoiding ethical problems.

Kenneth Starr

Kenneth Starr is a speaker in the 'Atticus Finch and Ethics' session on the legacy of Atticus Finch and representing unpopular clients.

Kevin O'Keefe

Kevin O'Keefe is a speaker in the Legal Innovation Track: The Adaptable Lawyer session.

Marcy Greer

Marcy Greer is a speaker in the Appellate Law session.

Michael P. Maslanka

Michael P. Maslanka is a speaker in the Legal Innovation Track: The Adaptable Lawyer session on social media use in the workplace.

Randall Turner

Randall Turner is a speaker in the Animal Law session on Animal Law 101 and adding animal law to your practice.

Royal Furgeson

Royal Furgeson is a speaker in the 'Atticus Finch and Ethics' session, discussing Atticus Finch and the American jury trial.

Scott Rothenberg

Scott Rothenberg is a speaker in the Appellate Law session.

Sherrie R. Abney

Sherrie R. Abney is a speaker in the Alternative Dispute Resolution session on the impact of new and proposed legislation on ADR.

Talmage Boston

Talmage Boston is a speaker in the 'Atticus Finch and Ethics' session, discussing professionalism lessons from Atticus Finch.

Yolanda Eisenstein

Yolanda Eisenstein is a speaker in the Animal Law session on Animal Law 101 and adding animal law to your practice.

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Event Details

Date: June 11-12, 2026; 2 days
Location: 🇺🇸 Houston, United States; Marriott Marquis Houston
Pricing: $395 - $495; Full Registration: $495 ($550 after May 12); Thursday Only: $395 ($450 after May 12); Friday Only: $395 ($450 after May 12); Judge Full Registration: $395 ($450 after May 12); Friday Only for judges: No Charge. Optional tickets for events such as the Prayer Breakfast, Bar Leaders Luncheon, President's Party, and others are available at additional costs.
Audience: Legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, and legal service providers.
CLE Credits: Year’s worth of CLE credits in just two days