Registration
Learn more about our registration rates and choose from three flexible registration options including all-access, single-day, and single-CLE program passes.
Business Law Section Annual Meeting 2020
Join us at the ABA Business Law Section Annual Meeting, September 10-12, 2020. Expand your knowledge with over 90 CLE programs prepared and presented by business law thought leaders, connect and learn at substantive sessions, and network at premier social events with over 1,500 business law professionals from over 20 countries.
COVID-19 Updates
We know you may have questions about the status of our Conference in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The ABA and Business Law Section take the health and safety of members and staff seriously. While the decision to attend a meeting is based on several factors personal to you, as of now we intend to proceed with Section Annual Meeting as scheduled. The ABA and Business Law Section are monitoring developments and guidance from a variety of sources, including the Centers for Disease Control, World Health Organization, and U.S. state and local health authorities. We will continue to monitor the situation and take any necessary precautions in accordance with updates and regulations released by State and Federal health authorities. Should a change in the situation necessitate the need to cancel Section Annual Meeting, information will be posted at https://www.americanbar.org/news/abanews/aba-news-archives/2020/03/impact-of-coronavirus--covid-19--on-upcoming-aba-meetings-/ and sent to you at your email address in our records . Your meeting registration fees will be refunded as well.
September 10-12 in Chicago
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Why You Should Attend
Learn What a Section Meeting is All About
Watch a brief video and learn more about Business Law Section Annual Meeting and the wealth of resources and connections it can provide you.
Meeting Location
Sheraton Grand Chicago and The Gleacher Center
Details on our room block coming soon!
Attendees Are Saying | M&A Resources
“The education I have obtained from my involvement in the BLS’s M&A Committee has been incomparable to anything else available. We have very interactive discussions that provide the most intense, but enjoyable and rewarding, education. Many sources of CLE exist, but none of these compare with meeting in person with great colleagues from all over the world, participating in Committee discussions about various M&A issues, and discussing those issues more informally at social events”. Nathaniel Doliner, Shareholder, Carlton Fields, Tampa, FL; Former Chair, Business Law Section
Attendees Are Saying | Best Educational Opportunity
“The Business Law Section provides the best educational opportunity for corporate and business lawyers practice inside and outside.” Karl John Ege, Perkins Coie LLP and Former Chief Legal Officer, Russell Investment
Attendees Are Saying | Advance Your Career
Attending one Section meeting as a law student is the reason that I have my career. Show up. Observe the intangibles because you will be among the very best of the profession. Attend substantive meetings and programs of interest to help narrow your interests. When opportunities present themselves, have meaningful conversations. The personal and professional advantages will be unmatched — I guarantee it." Christina Michelle Houston, DLA Piper
Attendees Are Saying | Good for Young Lawyers
“Young lawyers can build longstanding relationships with decision makers that start at Section meetings. Establish your credibility with Section content and the opportunity to create your own to distinguish yourself in our profession.” Grace Powers, Wells Fargo
Attendees Are Saying | Cross-Border Business Opportunities
“Section meetings start with our morning running club, open to all registrants who may also opt to walk. You may continue to engage in substantive committee meetings and programs. These meetings led to publishing, cross-border business opportunities, and more for me.” Peter Snell, Gowling WLG
