8 Paralegal Conferences to Attend in 2026
The best paralegal conferences give you something a webinar can't: real conversations with peers who actually understand the work. Whether you want to sharpen a practice area, earn CLE credits, or find your next career move, the right conference matters. Here's a look at the top options worth adding to your calendar.
Best Paralegal Conferences in 2026 Shortlist
Here's a shortlist of the best paralegal conferences I think are worth attending in 2026:
- Beyond The Briefs Series: Healthy Habits for Legal Professionals - Virtual (August 18, 2026)
- 2026 AILA Paralegals Virtual Conference - Virtual (September 9-10, 2026)
- HMPA's Annual Conference and Retreat - The Woodlands, TX (September 18, 2026)
- CITMA Paralegal Conference - London, UK (September 22, 2026)
- NFPA 2026 Annual Convention - Bloomington, MN (September 24-27, 2026)
- PIMCON 2026 - Scottsdale, AZ (October 4-6, 2026)
- 2026 National Legal Education Conference - Jacksonville, FL (October 5–7, 2026)
- LAPA 50th Annual October Conference - City of Industry, CA (October 17, 2026)
Best Paralegal Conferences of 2026
Below are my summaries of the best paralegal conferences that made it onto my shortlist. My reviews offer a look at each event’s dates, location, pricing, and unique offering.
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1. Beyond The Briefs Series: Healthy Habits for Legal Professionals - Virtual (August 18, 2026)
- Dates: August 18, 2026
- Location: Virtual (Zoom)
- Pricing: Free (RSVP only)
- Social Media: LinkedIn
A virtual workshop hosted by the Dallas Area Paralegal Association (DAPA) for paralegals at all career stages. Organized under the Beyond the Briefs series, it's a free, Zoom-based session focused on professional wellness.
Why attend? This session zeroes in on a topic most paralegal events skip: your well-being. It's a candid, conversation-driven workshop on managing stress and building healthier routines — practical tools you can use right away, without leaving your desk.
2. 2026 AILA Paralegals Virtual Conference - Virtual (September 9-10, 2026)
A two-day virtual conference hosted by AILA for immigration paralegals and law office support staff. Designed by AILA members, including former paralegals, it covers the full scope of immigration law practice.
Why attend? Every session is built around what immigration paralegals actually handle day to day—employment-based cases, family petitions, removal, humanitarian options, and more. Each session ends with a live Q&A, so you can get direct answers from expert faculty on the issues that matter to your practice.
3. HMPA's Annual Conference and Retreat - The Woodlands, TX (September 18, 2026)
- Dates: September 18, 2026
- Location: The Woodlands Resort
- Pricing: From $100 (student) - $160 (non-member)
- Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn
The annual conference hosted by the Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association (HMPA) for paralegals across in-house and law firm settings. It's a full-day CLE event at The Woodlands Resort, drawing 200+ attendees from across the Houston area.
Why attend? The 2026 speaker lineup is genuinely impressive—think Tony Buzbee, Harris County District Clerk Marilyn Burgess, and First Assistant DA Chandler Raine. Beyond the sessions, the conference wraps a Thursday night social and a Friday Denim and Diamonds Celebration into a true retreat experience you won't find at a typical CLE event.
4. CITMA Paralegal Conference - London, UK (September 22, 2026)
- Dates: September 22, 2026
- Location: De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
- Pricing: From £300 (members) - £335 (non-members)
- Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn
A one-day conference by CITMA for trade mark paralegals, held at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. It covers IP law updates, the Madrid System, UK design reforms, and earns attendees five hours of CPD.
Why attend? The 2026 speaker lineup spans the UK IPO, WIPO, Baker McKenzie, and Stobbs. Sessions cover transformation and cessation of effects, UK design reform, and digital domains—all trade mark-specific. An evening drinks reception rounds out the day, giving you real face time with peers and practitioners.
5. NFPA 2026 Annual Convention - Bloomington, MN (September 24-27, 2026)
- Dates: September 24-27, 2026
- Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport
- Pricing: From $295 (student) - $905 (non-member)
- Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations' flagship annual event, held since the 1970s. The 2026 theme is "Resilience: Empowering Paralegals Nationwide," with CLE sessions, regional meetings, and networking for paralegals across the US.
Why attend? This is one of the largest national gatherings for paralegals, drawing 5,000+ NFPA members. The multi-day format gives you CLE credit across one or two full days, plus regional meetings and an exhibitor hall. The Bloomington venue puts you steps from the Mall of America, and the hotel runs a complimentary shuttle there.
6. PIMCON 2026 - Scottsdale, AZ (October 4-6, 2026)
- Dates: October 4-6, 2026
- Location: The Phoenician
- Pricing: From $1,650
- Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram
PIMCON (Personal Injury Mastermind Conference) is a 3-day event in Scottsdale for personal injury attorneys, organized by Rankings.io CEO Chris Dreyer. It grew out of his PI Mastermind podcast and focuses on legal marketing, intake, and firm growth.
Why attend? Sessions cover branding, SEO, intake, and TV/digital strategy—taught by attorneys running 7- and 8-figure firms. The agenda includes goat yoga, a long ball competition, a comedy show headlined by Iliza Shlesinger, and a VIP dinner with speakers. It's part conference, part mastermind retreat.
7. 2026 National Legal Education Conference - Jacksonville, FL (October 5–7, 2026)
- Dates: October 5–7, 2026
- Location: Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic
- Pricing: From $370 (student) - $570 (non-member)
- Social Media: Facebook, LinkedIn
NALS organizes this annual conference for legal support professionals, including paralegals and legal admins. NALS has been around since 1949, bringing legal professionals together for education, networking, and certification support.
Why attend? The 3-day format balances CLE education with networking across practice areas. Sessions are designed for legal support professionals at all levels, with a focus on practical skills and professional development. Jacksonville's Hilton at Mayo Clinic is a polished venue, and the conference also ties into NALS' LSP certification pathway.
8. LAPA 50th Annual October Conference - City of Industry, CA (October 17, 2026)
- Dates: October 17, 2026
- Location: Pacific Palms Resort
- Pricing: From $100 (student) - $150 (non-member)
- Social Media: LinkedIn
The LAPA 50th Annual October Conference is organized by the Los Angeles Paralegal Association (LAPA), marking its 50th year. It's a one-day event for California paralegals featuring MCLE sessions, ethics, networking, and an awards ceremony.
Why attend? The full-day format packs in ethics sessions, morning and afternoon breakouts, keynote lunch, exhibitor meet-and-greet, and awards—all in one day at Pacific Palms Resort. It's a milestone 50th conference, with LAPA's scholarship, Lifetime Achievement, and Volunteer awards presented on-site.
Summary
The conferences mentioned offer a range of chances for legal professionals to improve their skills, grow their networks, and keep up with industry changes. The field of legal conferences is large and continuously changing.
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