Trusts & Estates Law Section 2026 Spring Meeting

Saddling Up for What’s Next: Future-Proofing the T&E Practitioner

Join the New York State Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Law Section in Austin, Texas, for our 2026 destination Spring Meeting. Against the vibrant backdrop of the Lone Star State, this year’s program takes a bold look at the future of trusts and estates practice. From AI-powered office tools and fiduciary reforms to emerging ethical duties and the evolving role of the generalist, we’ll explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. With a mix of forward-looking panels, deep practical insights, and the ever-popular Breakfast with the Surrogates, we’re saddling up for what’s next—and we hope you’ll ride along.

Accommodations

JW Marriot- Austin, TX 110 East 2nd Street, Austin, Texas, USA, 78701

Room Reservation Link- https://book.passkey.com/go/NYStateBarrMeeting2026

Room Cut-Off Date : April 16, 2026 any reservations made after this date shall be at the hotels current available rate

Room Rate: $279.00 ++

512-474-4777

Hotel Amenities Include:

• Full Service Spa by JW and large modern fitness center
• Multiple on-site dining options including Dean's Italian Steakhouse and Starbucks
• Edge Rooftop & Bar with panoramic downtown views
• Prime downtown location near Sixth Street, Lady Bird Lake and the Capitol
• Heated Pool on a higher level overlooking the city and Lake Bird Lake

About The Program

Program Faculty:

Ellyn S. Kravitz, Esq., Abrams Fensterman, LLP,  Brooklyn, NY

Hon. Matthew J. Titone, Richmond County Surrogate's Court, Staten Island, NY

Eva-Marie Cusack, Esq., Richmond County Surrogate's Court, Staten Island, NY

Katie Lynaugh, Esq.,Chilton Trust Company, Stamford, CT

Wing Wilson, JP Morgan Chase, New York, NY

Hon. Stephen W. Cass, Chautauqua County Surrogates Court, Mayville, NY

Eric W. Penzer, Esq., Farrell Fritz, P.C., Uniondale, NY

Patricia J. Shevy, Esq., The Shevy Law Firm, LLC, Albany, NY

Jennifer F. Hillman, Esq., Rivkin Radler LLP, Uniondale, NY

Adam D. Solomon, Esq., Greenfield Stein & Senior, LLP, New York, NY

Hon. Rita M. Mella, New York County Surrogate's Court, New York, NY

Hon. Peter Kelly, Queens County Surrogate’s Court, Jamaica, NY

Hon. Deborah S. Kearns, Albany County Surrogate's Court, Albany, NY