National Business Law Scholars Conference 2026
The National Business Law Scholars Conference (NBLSC) is an annual gathering that brings together legal scholars from across the United States and around the world to discuss and advance the field of business law. The 2026 conference, marking its seventeenth meeting, will be hosted by the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, on May 26-27, 2026.
The conference will cover a wide array of topics pertinent to business law, including corporate governance, securities regulation, mergers and acquisitions, financial regulation, and emerging issues in business law. Attendees can expect a series of panel discussions, paper presentations, and workshops designed to foster scholarly exchange and collaboration.
In addition to the academic sessions, the conference will offer ample networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers, share research ideas, and discuss potential collaborations. While specific details about keynote speakers and special events are forthcoming, the conference traditionally features prominent figures in the field of business law.
The NBLSC is ideal for legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in the latest developments and research in business law. Attending the conference provides a platform to engage with cutting-edge scholarship, contribute to ongoing debates, and stay informed about emerging trends and challenges in the field.
Speakers(12)
Afra Afsharipour
Professor of Law at University of California, Davis, School of Law
Afra Afsharipour is a Professor of Law at the University of California, Davis, School of Law, specializing in corporate law and governance.
Benjamin Edwards
Professor of Law at University of Nevada, Las Vegas Boyd School of Law
Benjamin Edwards is a Professor of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Boyd School of Law, focusing on business and securities law.
Elizabeth Pollman
Professor of Law at University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Elizabeth Pollman is a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, known for her work in corporate law and entrepreneurship.
Eric C. Chaffee
Professor of Law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Eric C. Chaffee is a Professor of Law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, with expertise in securities regulation and corporate governance.
Jeff Schwartz
Professor of Law at University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
Jeff Schwartz is a Professor of Law at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, specializing in securities regulation and investment funds.
Joan MacLeod Heminway
Professor of Law at The University of Tennessee College of Law
Joan MacLeod Heminway is a Professor of Law at The University of Tennessee College of Law, with expertise in corporate governance and securities regulation.
Kristin N. Johnson
Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law
Kristin N. Johnson is a Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law, focusing on financial regulation and risk management.
Megan Wischmeier Shaner
Professor of Law at University of Oklahoma College of Law
Megan Wischmeier Shaner is a Professor of Law at the University of Oklahoma College of Law, focusing on corporate law and governance.
Michael Dorff
Professor of Law at UCLA School of Law
Michael Dorff is a Professor of Law at UCLA School of Law, specializing in corporate law and executive compensation.
Nicole Iannarone
Professor of Law at Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law
Nicole Iannarone is a Professor of Law at Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law, specializing in securities arbitration and regulation.
Steven Davidoff Solomon
Professor of Law at University of California, Berkeley School of Law
Steven Davidoff Solomon is a Professor of Law at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, known for his work in mergers and acquisitions.
Tony Casey
Professor of Law at The University of Chicago Law School
Tony Casey is a Professor of Law at The University of Chicago Law School, focusing on corporate bankruptcy and financial regulation.
Event Details
- Date
- May 26-27, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Las Vegas, United States
- William S. Boyd School of Law
- Audience
- Legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in business law.
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