Agenda - 2026 Legal Summit & Annual Meeting

We have curated "Sample Roadmaps" to help different practice types get the most out of their time in Ocean City. These are just suggestions—feel free to mix and match to fit your unique practice:

Young Lawyer Roadmap (Focus on foundational skills and networking)
Firm Associate Roadmap (Focus on AI efficiency and career advancement)
In-House Counsel Roadmap (Focus on risk management and corporate strategy)
Public Interest Roadmap (Focus on access to justice and the justice gap)
Managing Partners Roadmap (Focus on leadership and management)

If your practice area isn't covered by the roadmaps above, check out one of our seven curated learning tracks to map your conference.

Mediation/ADR Track gives you insight into the Alternative Dispute Resolution process & strategy as well as providing tools mediators use in order to come to successful solutions, and provides the continuing education required by Maryland Circuit Courts.
Practice Updates Track keeps attendees aware of the latest changes in case law, rules and statutes in your practice area.
AI & Technology Track provides lawyers and legal services staff with valuable tips and information about emerging technologies to work and manage more efficiently and safely in the digital world.
Corporate & Transactional Track lets attendees learn about issues important to attorneys advising business clients in a fast-changing environment.
Public Interest/Justice Track opens attendees up to discussions on the history and future direction of justice, prompting innovative and strategic thinking to create thoughtful change in the legal profession.
Litigation & Trial Skills Track will have several sessions to pick from to elevate their litigation skills and gain the confidence to excel in the courtroom.
Thought Leadership Track attendees will engage with high-level discussions on trends in the legal profession, innovative firm management, and the evolving ethical standards shaping the future of law.