NELC 2026 Annual Conference

April 29 – May 1, 2026

Loews Midtown – Atlanta, GA

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General Conference

Unparalled Opportunities to Elevate Your Practice

Three transformative days of learning and professional growth featuring sessions led by some of the most experienced and knowledgeable leaders in labor and employment law to help you gain practical, actionable insights in the latest developments, trends, and strategies shaping our field.

Deepen your expertise, stay ahead of emerging challenges, and connect with thought leaders driving innovation in labor and employment law.

General-Conference
ICAP

In-House Career Accelerator Program (ICAP)

Intensive & Interactive Sessions to Propel Your Career Success

ICAP is designed to assist new in-house counsel in transitioning to and building a successful career as part of a corporate law department.

Open to management-side labor and employment attorneys with three or fewer years of in-house experience, ICAP offers access to a national network of experienced minority attorneys and personalized mentorship from senior in-house professionals.

NELC Academy

Advanced Skills Training and Mentorship to Empower Your Future

The NELC Academy is open to attorneys with less than 4 years of experience practicing primarily management-side labor and employment law, and provides advanced skills training, exposes Fellows to NELC’s national network of experienced labor and employment attorneys, fosters mentoring relationships, and creates a pipeline for future NELC leaders.
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Perfect-Pitch

NELC Perfect Pitch

Realtime Feedback from In-House Counsel to Perfect Your Pitch Game

NELC Perfect Pitch is designed for senior associates and junior partners, pitching either solo or in two-person teams, to step up, showcase their expertise, and refine their business development skills. This exclusive program provides select outside counsel the opportunity to pitch labor and employment services to a panel of in-house counsel, receiving invaluable real-time feedback. Perfect your approach, enhance your impact, and connect with top in-house legal professionals in this dynamic, game-changing experience.

2026 NELC Awards Lunch

Celebrate Excellence and Be Inspired to Lead the Way Forward

A cornerstone event of the NELC Annual Conference, this inspiring midday gathering will celebrate the achievements of high performers and trailblazers who have made significant contributions to NELC and the field of labor and employment law.

Enjoy a delicious meal while connecting with fellow attendees in a relaxed, collaborative atmosphere. Be inspired by a powerful keynote address, offering fresh insights and perspectives to energize your professional journey. 

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Evening-Receptions

Evening Receptions

Unwind, Connect, and Celebrate

After a day of thought-provoking sessions, join us for the Evening Receptions—a chance to relax, mingle, and connect with fellow attendees in a welcoming, casual atmosphere.

The NELC evening receptions are the perfect opportunity to deepen relationships, spark new connections, and enjoy the company of colleagues and peers. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Atlanta, each evening promises a unique blend of networking and celebration. 

NELC Dine-Around

The Flavors of Connection

Join fellow conference attendees for an evening of intimate networking at some of the city’s finest restaurants, carefully selected to showcase Atlanta’s vibrant culinary scene.

This unique dining experience offers the perfect blend of professional relationship-building and relaxed conversation in a smaller, more personal setting. Whether you’re forging new connections or deepening existing ones, the Dine Around is where professional opportunities and memorable moments meet.  

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Location

CONFERENCE LOCATION

Loews Atlanta Hotel

1065 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309