28th Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference

The 28th Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference is a premier event for dispute resolution professionals, organized by the Washington State Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Section. Scheduled for March 26-27, 2026, the conference will be held at the University of Washington School of Law in Seattle.

Attendees can expect over 30 sessions featuring national experts covering topics such as negotiation, advocacy, communication, and the latest developments in dispute resolution practices. The conference offers an excellent opportunity to earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits and enhance professional skills.

The event also provides ample networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with a vibrant community of mediators, arbitrators, attorneys, and other dispute resolution practitioners. Need-based scholarships and student rates are available to ensure accessibility for individuals at various stages of their careers.

This conference is ideal for attorneys, law students, mediators, arbitrators, human resources professionals, and educators seeking to deepen their understanding of dispute resolution and stay abreast of current trends in the field.