NYSBA Annual Conference 2027

NYSBA Tech Summit

Tuesday, January 19 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 20 | 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 21 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Discover what’s next in legal technology at the inaugural NYSBA Tech Summit. Over the course of three days, attendees can explore changes in technology shaping the legal profession, connect with exhibitors in the tech space, and take part in an invigorating startup competition featuring new ideas and emerging solutions.

The NYSBA Tech Summit offers the opportunity to earn 16 MCLE credits while diving into timely topics designed to help you navigate today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape. Sessions will cover the ethics of AI, AI in action—drafting, writing, legal research and evidence, the digital courtroom of tomorrow, hardware and software for solo and small practitioners, and more.

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

Wellness and Self-Care Expo

Tuesday, January 19 – Friday, January 22

Take a moment to focus on your well-being at the Wellness and Self-Care Expo, an experience that brings NYSBA’s Eight Pillars of Wellbeing to life through education, engagement, and practical tools you can incorporate into your everyday routine. Learn from mental health advocate and law professor Dan Lukasik, connect with wellness vendors, and enjoy our pet-a-puppy experience, where spending time with adoptable dogs offers a fun and relaxing way to reduce stress.

Presidential Summit: Civics Convocation

Wednesday, January 20 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The focus of this year’s Presidential Summit is Safeguarding Democracy and the Rule of Law: What Lawyers Need to Know about Educating the Next Generation. Attendees will enjoy a keynote speech from Heidi Schreck, a playwright and Tony award nominated actress for her play What the Constitution Means to Me, along with two panels offering deeper discussion into civic education.

The first panel, America at 250: A Discussion on our National Civic and Constitutional Life, will focus on where were currently are with civics education and how we arrived here. The second panel, Civic Education for the Modern Student – What Does it Look Like, will explore the state’s current approach to student civic education, whether it can be taught in a way that enhances critical thinking rather than polarizing citizens, and how teachers can comfortably teach controversial topics.

Don’t miss your chance to participate in what promises to be a very engaging and educational event!

President’s Reception: A Celebration of Leadership

Wednesday, January 20 | Trianon Ballroom, 3rd Floor | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Presidential Gala

Thursday, January 21 | Cipriani | 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

The evening will open with a vibrant cocktail reception, followed by an elegant dinner. The extraordinary Cheryl Wills, award‑winning journalist, author, and celebrated NY1 anchor, will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies. The highlight of this black‑tie celebration will be the presentation of the Gold Medal Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Association.

Not included in the Early Bird All Access Pass.