2026 Annual Mardi Gras Conference
2/4/2026 - 2/8/2026Event Description
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE: Enjoy the fun of Mardi Gras while sharing strategies and learning from other STLA members. The program offers CLE credit in the STLA member states. You must be a member of STLA or a practicing plaintiff's attorney who qualifies for membership to attend. You'll find membership information HERE. For information on exhibiting and sponsorship, contact STLA at 850-926-4599 or email stlaconference@gmail.com.
REGISTRATION FEE: Includes CLE Seminar and Materials, Welcome Reception, Continental Breakfast (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday), Crawfish Boil, and 1 Ticket for the Balcony Party at Galatoire's (you must purchase a ticket for your guest). Tickets for the War Horse Gala are not included and must be purchased separately during registration.
$575 STLA Members
$875 Non-Members - Includes 1st Year of Membership*
*You must be a member of STLA to attend or be a practicing plaintiff's attorney who qualifies for membership.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
We're working to finalize the educational program and will post the link soon. In the meantime, view the schedule below. Note: Schedule is subject to change. All times are Central Standard Time.
Wednesday 2/4/26
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Board of Governors Meeting
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Welcome Reception
Thursday 2/5/26
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast with the Exhibitors
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Registration and Exhibits Open
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM CLE Program
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM War Horse Gala
9:30 PM - 10:30 PM President's Dessert Reception
Friday 2/6/26
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast with the Exhibitors
8:30 AM - 12:15 PM Registration and Exhibits Open
9:00 AM - 12:15 PM CLE Program
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Young Lawyers Happy Hour
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Balcony Party at Galatoire's
Saturday 2/7/26
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM - 12:15 PM Registration and Exhibits
9:00 AM - 12:15 PM CLE Program
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Crawfish & Shrimp Boil
CLE CREDIT: The CLE program will be submitted for CLE credit in the STLA member states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: The Ritz-Carlton, 921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112
We've arranged a block of rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans for attendees at the discounted rate of $329/night. You must be registered to make a hotel reservation. After registering for this event, your confirmation will include a link and the code for making hotel reservations. The STLA group rate is only available until January 14, 2026, or until the room block sells out, whichever comes first.
SEMINAR CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations must be submitted in writing to STLA by January 14, 2026. A refund of the full registration fee, minus a $50 administrative fee, will be given if canceled by this date. We cannot issue refunds after this date. Refunds, if approved, will be processed following the conference.
ANTI-HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Southern Trial Lawyers Association is committed to the safety and well-being of all participants and attendees of its events, programs, and conferences. You can review our Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy HERE.