The Lone Star Regional Legal Writing Conference is an annual event dedicated to advancing the crafts of legal writing, research, and advocacy. Hosted by South Texas College of Law Houston, the 2026 conference will take place on April 9 and 10, 2026, at the law school's downtown Houston campus. This gathering serves as a cornerstone for legal writing professors and educators in Texas and beyond, providing a platform to share insights and foster professional growth.
The 2026 conference theme, "Bridging the Classroom–Practice Gap," aims to connect legal writing professors with practitioners and judges who are passionate about legal writing. The program will feature presentations that align teaching methodologies with the approaches valued most by the legal profession. Sessions will cover a range of topics pertinent to legal research and writing, catering to both new and experienced professors.
Attendees can look forward to an opening reception on Thursday, April 9, at 6:00 p.m., followed by a full day of programming on Friday, April 10, concluding at 4:30 p.m. The conference will include a lively plenary event featuring practicing attorneys and judges, offering valuable networking opportunities and practical insights into the field.
Legal writing professors, educators, and practitioners interested in enhancing their teaching and writing skills are encouraged to attend. The conference provides a supportive environment for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to legal academia, fostering collaboration and the exchange of innovative ideas.
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Event Details
- Date
- April 9-10, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Houston, United States
- South Texas College of Law Houston
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal writing professors, educators, and practitioners.
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