Space Beach Law Lab is an annual conference dedicated to exploring the dynamic legal and regulatory aspects of the space industry. Organized by Space Beach LLC, the event convenes experts, policymakers, industry professionals, and academics to discuss critical topics shaping the future of space exploration and commerce.
The conference covers a wide array of subjects, including international treaties, launch regulations, militarization, intellectual property rights, and the burgeoning commercial space economy. Ethical considerations such as sustainability, debris management, and environmental stewardship are also key themes, emphasizing the importance of responsible practices in space activities.
Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities with leading figures in aerospace, technology, and law. The event features over 40 speakers and more than 15 sessions, providing a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange. Additionally, the conference offers Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, supporting the professional development of legal practitioners in the space sector.
Space Beach Law Lab is ideal for legal professionals, industry leaders, policymakers, and academics interested in the intersection of law and space. Participants will gain valuable insights into the evolving legal frameworks governing space activities and have the opportunity to engage with peers at the forefront of this rapidly advancing field.
Speakers(51)
Allison Crutchfield
Representative at Stoke Space
Allison Crutchfield from Stoke Space discussed challenges faced by general counsels in the space industry.
Anjali Gupta
Representative at Anta
Anjali Gupta from Anta participated in a discussion on off-Earth biotech innovations.
Argyris Kriezis
Representative at Xona Space Systems
Argyris Kriezis from Xona Space Systems participated in a panel on managing orbital issues.
Arjun Kampani
Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Rocket Lab
Arjun Kampani is the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Rocket Lab who discussed challenges faced by general counsels in the space industry.
Arthur Grijalva
Representative at SpaceWerx
Arthur Grijalva from SpaceWerx delivered a keynote address at the conference.
Arun Sharma
Representative at Center for Space Medicine at Cedars-Sinai
Arun Sharma from the Center for Space Medicine at Cedars-Sinai discussed microgravity biotech innovations.
Asher Kraut
Representative at Generational Partners
Asher Kraut from Generational Partners discussed investment considerations in the space industry.
Bridget Smith
Representative at Relativity Space
Bridget Smith from Relativity Space participated in a session on intellectual property law in the space sector.
Charlton Heddon
Representative at U.S. Space Force
Charlton Heddon represents the U.S. Space Force and participated in a discussion on orbital emissions and their impacts.
Chris Kunstadter
Representative at Triton Space LLC
Chris Kunstadter from Triton Space LLC discussed legal incentives for infrastructure and insurance in space.
Col. Will Koch, PhD
Program Director for Space Science at United States Military Academy West Point
Col. Will Koch, PhD, is the Program Director for Space Science at the United States Military Academy West Point and discussed space security.
Darren Franklin
Representative at JPL
Darren Franklin from JPL discussed intellectual property law in the space sector.
David Goodwin
General Counsel at VAST
David Goodwin is the General Counsel at VAST who moderated a panel on compliance and risk in the space industry.
David Panzer
Partner at Fluet
David Panzer is a partner at Fluet who co-hosted networking experiences at the conference.
Dr. Lindsay DeMarchi
Scientist at The Aerospace Corporation
Dr. Lindsay DeMarchi is a scientist at The Aerospace Corporation who moderated a panel on the atmospheric and terrestrial impacts of spaceflight.
Drea Bernardi
Founding Partner at Space Beach Law Lab
Drea Bernardi is a founding partner of Space Beach Law Lab and co-hosted networking sessions during the event.
Drew Busbee
Representative at DTI
Drew Busbee from DTI moderated a panel on space security and gray zone conflict.
Elio Morillo
Engineer & Author
Elio Morillo is an engineer and author who delivered a keynote at the Space Beach Law Lab, sharing insights from his experience in space engineering.
Eric Kronman
Partner at Fluet
Eric Kronman is a partner at Fluet who moderated a panel on business realities of space ventures.
Erin Weber
Representative at In-Q-Tel
Erin Weber from In-Q-Tel participated in a panel on challenges faced by general counsels in the space industry.
George John
Attorney at Hogan Lovells
George John is an attorney at Hogan Lovells who moderated a panel on managing orbital issues.
Gregory S. Dunlap
Partner at Akin
Gregory S. Dunlap is a partner at Akin who moderated a session on export controls.
Halen Mattison
Representative at General Galactic
Halen Mattison from General Galactic discussed investment considerations in the space industry.
Jae Um
Representative at Lumio
Jae Um from Lumio delivered a keynote on how lawyers lead in hyper-growth frontiers.
James K. Perry
Attorney at Baker
James K. Perry is an attorney at Baker who participated in a session on export controls.
Jeanine McGuinness
Attorney at Orrick
Jeanine McGuinness is an attorney at Orrick who participated in a panel on investment considerations in the space industry.
Jenny Kim
Representative at Virgin Galactic
Jenny Kim from Virgin Galactic discussed intellectual property law in the space sector.
Jillian Quigly
Attorney at Wiley
Jillian Quigly is an attorney at Wiley who participated in a panel on international law and commercial space.
John Wehrli
Partner at Greenberg Traurig
John Wehrli is a partner at Greenberg Traurig who moderated a panel on microgravity biotech innovations.
Jon Welner
Attorney at Crowell
Jon Welner is an attorney at Crowell who contributed to the panel on the environmental impacts of spaceflight.
Josef Koller
Representative at Amazon Leo
Josef Koller from Amazon Leo discussed managing orbital issues with law, policy, and software.
Kendra Perkins Norwood
Attorney at Fluet
Kendra Perkins Norwood is an attorney at Fluet who discussed compliance and risk in the space industry.
Krystle Caponio
Chief Business Officer at AstroForge
Krystle Caponio is the Chief Business Officer at AstroForge and participated in a fireside chat at the conference.
Laura Lariu
Partner at Orrick
Laura Lariu is a partner at Orrick who moderated a panel on investment considerations in the space industry.
Lauren Whalen
Representative at Astranis
Lauren Whalen from Astranis participated in a panel on challenges faced by general counsels in the space industry.
Lydia Etters
Representative at Ducommun
Lydia Etters from Ducommun discussed export controls during the conference.
M.C. Sungaila
Partner at Complex Appellate Litigation Group
M.C. Sungaila is a partner at Complex Appellate Litigation Group who moderated a panel on international law and commercial space.
Marta Thompson
Senior Counsel at Akin
Marta Thompson is a senior counsel at Akin who participated in a panel on compliance and risk in the space industry.
Mehak Sarang
Representative at The Open Lunar Society
Mehak Sarang from The Open Lunar Society discussed governance in commercial space.
Melissa E. Patterson
Partner at Dickinson Wright
Melissa E. Patterson is a partner at Dickinson Wright who moderated a session on intellectual property law in the space sector.
Michael Beckwith
Partner at Dickinson Wright
Michael Beckwith is a partner at Dickinson Wright who discussed compliance and risk in the space industry.
Michael Mineiro
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig
Michael Mineiro is a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig who engaged in a fireside chat during the event.
Michael Reilly
Representative at Varda
Michael Reilly from Varda contributed to the panel on off-Earth biotech innovations.
Michael Segal
Attorney at Eagle Law
Michael Segal is an attorney at Eagle Law who participated in a panel on space security and gray zone conflict.
Michelle Hanlon
CEO at For All Moonkind
Michelle Hanlon is the CEO of For All Moonkind and presented on U.S.-China competition in space.
Nick Simon
Representative at Impulse Space
Nick Simon from Impulse Space discussed managing orbital issues with law, policy, and software.
Per Midboe
Attorney at Crowell
Per Midboe is an attorney at Crowell who participated in a panel on compliance and risk in the space industry.
Randy Segal
Partner at Hogan Lovells
Randy Segal is a partner at Hogan Lovells who moderated a panel on challenges faced by general counsels in the space industry.
Ravina Gogna
Representative at Turion Space
Ravina Gogna from Turion Space discussed the atmospheric and terrestrial impacts of spaceflight.
Stephen Ruscus
Attorney at Baker Law
Stephen Ruscus is an attorney at Baker Law who discussed ethics and compliance programs.
Todd Canni
Attorney at Baker Law
Todd Canni is an attorney at Baker Law who moderated a session on ethics and compliance programs.
Event Details
- Date
- February 24-26, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States
- Altar Society Event Space
- Pricing
- $999.00
- Audience
- Legal professionals, industry leaders, policymakers, and academics interested in space law and policy.
- CLE Credits
- Units that count toward CLE accreditation are included.
- Attendees
- 150+ attendees