Registration
Registration opens February 28th
Join us May for the 2025 Sports Lawyers Association Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Nashville. Our 50th Annual Conference is designed around the theme "50 Years Impacting the Future of Sports The world of Sports is an exciting area in which to work, study, and play, and we'll continue to meet and bring inspired people together in forums like our annual conference and Fall Symposium, to ensure that the Sports Lawyers Association remains on the cutting edge of our industry. Conference Committee Chair Arthur McAfee, Vice Chair, CJ Davis, and Consulting Chair, Maggy Carlyle, and the rest of the committee have put together an exciting and educational program, with the same amazing speakers and variety of topics that you have come to expect from the SLA. And of course, there will be many opportunities to re-engage and connect with each other in person.
Don't miss out on our registration packages that include access to both our highly anticipated Annual Conference, May 15-17 in Nashville, Tennessee, and our 2025 Fall Symposium: The Globalization of Sports in London, England on November 6th. Secure your spot today with our exclusive packages and save $50.00 on the Symposium registration and ensure you get the most out of these two premier events. Join us for a knowledge-packed experience that promises insights, networking opportunities, and invaluable connections.
| Member Category | Before 4/22 | After 4/22 |
| REGULAR REGISTRATION: Regular membership in the Sports Lawyers Association shall include only attorneys who are licensed to practice law before the highest court of any jurisdiction. | ||
| 2025 Member Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $950 | $1,050 |
| 2025 Member Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium | $1,399 | $1,499 |
| Non-Member Registration* - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $1,350 | $1,450 |
| Non-Member Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $1,800 | $1,900 |
| ASSOCIATE REGISTRATION: An Associate is a person in the ordinary course of business that is affiliated with or has a legitimate interest in sports law and not actively engaged in practicing law.. | ||
| Associate Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $1,050 | $1,150 |
| Associate Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium | $1,500 | $1,600 |
| Non-Member Associate Registration*- 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $1,450 | $1,550 |
| Non-Member Associate Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $1,900 | $2,000 |
| LAW PROFESSOR REGISTRATION: A Law Professor is a person serving as a full educator at an accredited college or university, and not actively engaged in practicing law. | ||
| Law Professor Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $550 | $650 |
| Law Professor Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium | $1,000 | $1,100 |
| Non-Member Law Professor Registration* - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $675 | $775 |
| Non-Member Law Professor Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $1,125 | $1,225 |
| STUDENT REGISTRATION: A Student is any full-time law student enrolled at an accredited school of law. | ||
| Student Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $175 | $225 |
| Student Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium | $625 | $625 |
| Non-Member Student Registration* - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $250 | $300 |
| Non-Member Student Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $700 | $700 |
| NEW LAWYER REGISTRATION: A New Lawyer is a recent graduate who has passed their Bar exam within 2 years of their graduation. | ||
| New Lawyer Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $500 | $600 |
| New Lawyer Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $950 | $1,000 |
| Non-Member New Lawyer Registration* - 2025 SLA Annual Conference | $600 | $700 |
| Non-Member New Lawyer Joint Registration - 2025 SLA Annual Conference with 2025 Fall Symposium* | $1,050 | $1,100 |
*All non-member registration received membership through 12/31/2025.
Registration fees include all education sessions; CLE Credit; evening receptions on Thursday and Friday, networking luncheon on Friday, breakfasts on Friday and Saturday, and breaks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. SLA does not provide a refund if an attendee chooses not to participate in any of the functions included with their registration fees.
Guests Pass: Registrants may register for a guest pass for $275 USD per person. The fee includes access to the Thursday and Friday evening Receptions, continental breakfast on Friday and Saturday, and the Friday lunch. The guest pass does not include access to educational sessions.
Cancellations
- All cancellations must be made in writing and emailed to mpomerene@virtualinc.com
- Prior to the 18th of April, 75% of the meeting registration fee will be refunded or full amount can be carried to 2026.
- After the 18th of April, 75% of the registration fee can be carried over to 2026 and 25% of registration fee will be applied to admin fee
- No telephone cancellations will be accepted. It will take a minimum of six (6) weeks to receive a refund.
- No refunds will be issued for no-shows
Photo, Image, and Recording Disclaimer
Registration and attendance at the Sports Lawyers Association Conference constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the SLA's use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photos, images, video, and/or audio recordings of such events without compensation or approval rights. All photos, images, and recordings are the property of SLA.