The program is created for corporate counsel of public, private, large, and small companies, non-profits, government, and educational institutions. For law firm attorneys not with a GCI sponsor, a designated ticket is now available. NAWL welcomes all attorneys and law students regardless of age, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, or gender identity. We recognize and celebrate the value that a vast range of backgrounds, cultures, and professional experiences brings to our community. 

If you are not already a member, simply sign up for the 2025 General Counsel Institute at the “New Member” rate which includes a NAWL membership through December 2026. 

NAWL will apply for CLE credit in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington, with reciprocal credit in California, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Additional CLE applications may be submitted based on attendee location. Speaker attendance is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.

As we receive approval, credits for each session will be listed in the agenda above. We anticipate the program will offer a total of 5-7 credit hours.

Email Devon Payne at dpayne@nawl.org with questions.

NAWL will offer scholarship assistance for this conference to a limited number of in-house attorneys, law students, and unemployed attorneys who wish to attend but may not be able to do so due to cost considerations. The financial assistance covers the registration fee for the events on October 15-17, 2025.

The application process requires the applicant to demonstrate their eligibility and to provide a short essay setting forth the reasons why they are an appropriate candidate to receive scholarship funds, including how the conference will benefit them and information regarding financial need.

Applicants should send materials to NAWL's Program Director, Chelsea Robinson, at crobinson@nawl.org. Applications are due by Friday, September 12, 2025.

We will determine COVID safety protocols closer to the conference.

Yes. NAWL programs are designed to evoke the spirit of community, curiosity, and consideration. Attendees and speakers are invited to join our programs with an open mind and willingness to learn.

NAWL program participants have agreed to:

• Be respectful of fellow attendees' boundaries.
• Thoughtfully and openly communicate with others and be considerate of a diversity of viewpoints and opinions.
• Approach difficult conversations with grace and empathy.
• Avoid soliciting services or products.

If you experienced or witnessed any behavior you feel is in violation of this code of conduct, we ask that you fill out this form to anonymously report the incident, or email Chelsea Robinson, NAWL's Program Director, at crobinson@nawl.org.

Please send cancellation requests to nawl@nawl.org by October 15, 2025. Full refunds will be honored before or on October 15, 2025. 

You may include dietary needs information during online registration. If you have already registered, please e-mail us at nawl@nawl.org with a request at least two weeks prior to the conference.

The typical attire is business, but there is no dress code for this program.