48^th Annual

Corporate Counsel Institute

Houston Apr 23-24, 2026 Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria $825 Individual $625 In-House Counsel $745 Group rate per person (5 registrants minimum) $660 Group rate per person (10 registrants minimum)

Live Webcast Apr 23-24, 2026 $825 Individual $625 In-House Counsel $745 Group rate per person (5 registrants minimum) $660 Group rate per person (10 registrants minimum) $100 Add-on rate for in-person registrants

Overview

UT Law CLE's 48th Annual Corporate Counsel Institute is the conference for in-house counsel and outside counsel who represent companies of all sizes. The Institute offers in-depth, practical discussions on the legal issues and considerations that matter most to corporate counsel, and provides opportunities for dialogue and networking among speakers and attendees—making this an event you do not want to miss! This year's topics include:

Annual Employment Law Update
Crisis Management and the Role of Social Media
Beware the Boilerplate! And Other Contract Pitfalls
Texas or Delaware: Where Should You Incorporate?
Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement
How Can In-House Counsel Add Value to and IPO or M&A Exit Transaction?
AI Governance and Training Best Practices
How to Respond to the Government When it Shows Up at Your Door
Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Privacy Compliance
Construction Contracts, Lease Agreements, and Other Real Estate Contracts
And more!

This conference also includes UT Law CLE's 15&3 Guarantee! Following the conference, attendees will receive a bonus online eSupplement to ensure practitioners can earn their required 15.00/3.00 ethics of Texas MCLE hours for the year.

Event Schedule

Program is subject to change.
All times are Central Time Zone.

Day 1 April 23, 2026
Day 2 April 24, 2026

Time

Credit

Subject

Speaker
Thursday Morning, Apr. 23, 2026
Presiding Officer:
Marc J. Krasney, Bluepeak - Houston, TX
7:30 am
Houston Only

Registration Opens

Includes continental breakfast.
8:20 am

Welcoming Remarks
8:30 am

0.75 hr

Annual Employment Law Update

Hear the latest labor and employment developments over the last year, focusing on the most significant changes under the current administration.

Gary D. Eisenstat, Eisenstat Mediation - Dallas, TX

Gary D. Eisenstat, Eisenstat Mediation - Dallas, TX
9:15 am

0.75 hr

Crisis Management and the Role of Social Media

Dust off your organization’s social media policies and ensure they are relevant for the current time. Hear how to effectively manage employees at all levels.

Moderator:
Monica Ramirez Trollinger, Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, TX
Panelists:
Jeff Eller, The Eller Group - Austin, TX
Christine E. Reinhard, Fennemore - San Antonio, TX

Moderator:
Monica Ramirez Trollinger, Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, TX
Panelists:
Jeff Eller, The Eller Group - Austin, TX
Christine E. Reinhard, Fennemore - San Antonio, TX
10:00 am

15-Minute Break
10:15 am

1.00 hr

Beware the Boilerplate! And Other Contract Pitfalls

Explore commonly underestimated contract provisions—including liability limitations, indemnities, insurance, assignments, and dispute resolution clauses—that can dramatically affect organizational risk exposure. Gain practical insights into negotiating and drafting these "boilerplate" terms to avoid costly pitfalls.

Kate McCabe, Savara Inc. - Austin, TX
Jennifer McGrew, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX

Kate McCabe, Savara Inc. - Austin, TX
Jennifer McGrew, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX
11:15 am

0.50 hr

In-House Counsel’s Role in Reviewing Marketing Materials

Explore different tools in-house counsel can employ in managing marketing copy review, including (1) identifying common issues found in marketing copy, (2) how to cost-effectively use outside counsel to manage and coordinate copy review, and (3) the use of AI tools to review promotions and marketing copy.

Craig Beaker, Holland & Hart LLP - Denver, CO

Craig Beaker, Holland & Hart LLP - Denver, CO
11:45 am

0.50 hr

Texas or Delaware: Where Should You Incorporate?

Elon Musk wants to get paid--a comparative case study.

Craig Smyser, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX

Craig Smyser, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX
12:15 pm
Houston Only

Pick Up Lunch (in Houston)

Included in registration.
Thursday Afternoon, Apr. 23, 2026
Presiding Officer:
Gary D. Eisenstat, Eisenstat Mediation - Dallas, TX
LUNCHEON PRESENTATION
12:35 pm

1.00 hr

Texas Business Court – Everything You Want to Know

Led by members of the trial team for the first case to go to trial in Texas’s new business court, this panel explores the ins and outs of business court, including the advantages of business-informed judges and staff, reasoned written opinions, and unique business court procedures. The panel also discusses how companies can elect business court and the considerations involved in deciding whether to do so.

Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Michael D. Marin, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX

Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Michael D. Marin, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
1:35 pm

10-Minute Break
1:45 pm

0.75 hr ethics

Legal Privilege: Understanding Who You Represent and Avoiding Other Ethical Pitfalls

This topic focuses on the perennially-important ethical issues concerning how to create privilege; how to maintain it; and how, as in-house counsel, to instruct the business to maintain it. Examine (in)famous examples of where things went wrong, and advise on how to avoid similar situations.

Allison Standish Miller, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX

Allison Standish Miller, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX
2:30 pm

0.75 hr

Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement

A concise, practical briefing on the latest developments in cybersecurity litigation and enforcement. Gain insight and practical advice on defending common claims and on how to prepare for—and navigate—regulatory investigations.

Tim Newman, Haynes Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX

Tim Newman, Haynes Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX
3:15 pm

15-Minute Break
3:30 pm

1.00 hr

How Can In-House Counsel Add Value to an IPO or M&A Exit Transaction?

Discuss the role of in-house counsel when a company is doing an IPO or M&A exit transaction including deal preparation, advising management and the board of directors on key issues, working with outside counsel and advice on managing the transaction.

Moderator:
J. Robert Suffoletta, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Chantel R. Jordan, Golden Laurel Advisors - Houston, TX
Jared Josephsen, Lattice Semiconductor - Austin, TX

Moderator:
J. Robert Suffoletta, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Chantel R. Jordan, Golden Laurel Advisors - Houston, TX
Jared Josephsen, Lattice Semiconductor - Austin, TX
4:30 pm

1.00 hr ethics

AI Governance and Training Best Practices

This session examines emerging AI governance frameworks for in-house legal departments, including the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA) and its implications for corporate compliance programs. The presentation explores practical approaches to AI training and acceptable use policies, evaluating the pros and cons of different governance models and equipping corporate counsel with actionable strategies for responsible AI adoption.

Jonathon K. Hance, Bracewell LLP - Houston, TX

Jonathon K. Hance, Bracewell LLP - Houston, TX
5:30 pm

Adjourn

Time

Credit

Subject

Speaker
Friday Morning, Apr. 24, 2026
Presiding Officer:
Chantel R. Jordan, Golden Laurel Advisors - Houston, TX
8:00 am
Houston Only

Conference Room Opens

Includes continental breakfast.
8:30 am

0.75 hr

How to Respond to the Government When it Shows Up at Your Door

Hear practical guidance for in-house counsel on how to respond when government agents show up—whether in connection with a civil inquiry or a criminal investigation. Gain insight into immediate do’s and don’ts, preserving privilege, coordinating internal stakeholders, and managing risk in the critical first hours and days of a DOJ investigation. Leave the presentation with a clear, actionable framework for protecting the company while engaging appropriately with the government.

J. Nicholas Bunch, Haynes Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX
Jay Dewald, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP - Dallas, TX
P.J. Meitl, Alcon - Fort Worth, TX

J. Nicholas Bunch, Haynes Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX
Jay Dewald, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP - Dallas, TX
P.J. Meitl, Alcon - Fort Worth, TX
9:15 am

0.75 hr

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Privacy Compliance

Gain insight into the critical challenges facing legal practitioners in drafting effective privacy policies in today's rapidly evolving regulatory environment. As privacy, security, and AI laws continue to proliferate and mature across multiple jurisdictions, attorneys must understand the intricate web of compliance requirements that impact modern business operations.

Rich Spilde, Holland & Hart LLP - Boulder, CO

Rich Spilde, Holland & Hart LLP - Boulder, CO
10:00 am

15-Minute Break
10:15 am

0.75 hr

Intellectual Property Update

In-house IP experts from leading companies share insights on evolving IP strategies, monetization, enforcement, risk exposure, and litigation trends.

Moderator:
Natalie Alfaro Gonzales, Yetter Coleman LLP - Houston, TX
Panelists:
Mark Eberhard, HP, Inc. - Houston, TX
Brianna Hinojosa-Smith, ATI Inc. - Dallas, TX

Moderator:
Natalie Alfaro Gonzales, Yetter Coleman LLP - Houston, TX
Panelists:
Mark Eberhard, HP, Inc. - Houston, TX
Brianna Hinojosa-Smith, ATI Inc. - Dallas, TX
11:00 am

0.75 hr

Construction Contracts, Lease Agreements, and Other Real Estate Contracts

Gain insight into important issues to get right in construction contracts and lease agreements relating to the development of projects and the construction of improvements. Particular attention is focused on price escalations, force majeure and supply chain impacts.

Brian R. Gaudet, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP - Houston, TX
John C. Livingston, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton - Raleigh, NC

Brian R. Gaudet, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP - Houston, TX
John C. Livingston, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton - Raleigh, NC
11:45 am

0.75 hr ethics

Lessons Learned from GCs Behaving Badly (Allegedly)

It is always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes. In this session, examine examples of in-house counsel allegedly (or admittedly) behaving badly—from alleged assaults and slurs to embezzlement—and what in-house counsel can learn from those situations. Also, discuss examples of in-house counsel allegedly being punished for doing the right thing.

Joseph T. Clees, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. - Phoenix, AZ

Joseph T. Clees, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. - Phoenix, AZ
12:30 pm

Adjourn

Day 1 April 23, 2026
Day 2 April 24, 2026

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Conference Faculty

Craig Beaker

Holland & Hart LLP
Denver, CO

Jason Boulette

Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P.
Austin, TX

J. Nicholas Bunch

Haynes Boone, LLP
Dallas, TX

Joseph T. Clees

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Phoenix, AZ

Jay Dewald

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Dallas, TX

Mark Eberhard

HP, Inc.
Houston, TX

Gary D. Eisenstat

Eisenstat Mediation
Dallas, TX

Jeff Eller

The Eller Group
Austin, TX

Brian R. Gaudet

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
Houston, TX

Natalie Alfaro Gonzales

Yetter Coleman LLP
Houston, TX

Jonathon K. Hance

Bracewell LLP
Houston, TX

Brianna Hinojosa-Smith

ATI Inc.
Dallas, TX

Chantel R. Jordan

Golden Laurel Advisors
Houston, TX

Jared Josephsen

Lattice Semiconductor
Austin, TX

John C. Livingston

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton
Raleigh, NC

Michael D. Marin

Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P.
Austin, TX

Kate McCabe

Savara Inc.
Austin, TX

Jennifer McGrew

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.
Austin, TX

P.J. Meitl

Alcon
Fort Worth, TX

Allison Standish Miller

Steptoe LLP
Houston, TX

Tim Newman

Haynes Boone, LLP
Dallas, TX

Christine E. Reinhard

Fennemore
San Antonio, TX

Craig Smyser

Steptoe LLP
Houston, TX

Rich Spilde

Holland & Hart LLP
Boulder, CO

J. Robert Suffoletta

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.
Austin, TX

Monica Ramirez Trollinger

Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX

Planning Committee

Gary D. Eisenstat—Co-Chair

Eisenstat Mediation
Dallas, TX

Marc J. Krasney—Co-Chair

Bluepeak
Houston, TX

Joanna Jefferson—Director

The University of Texas School of Law
Austin, TX

Vanessa P. Bailey

Orenda Strategies, LLC
Washington, DC

Jason Boulette

Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P.
Austin, TX

J. Nicholas Bunch

Haynes Boone, LLP
Dallas, TX

Jay Dewald

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Dallas, TX

Brianna Hinojosa-Smith

ATI Inc.
Dallas, TX

Chantel R. Jordan

Golden Laurel Advisors
Houston, TX

Robert L. Levy

Exxon Mobil Corporation
Houston, TX

Michael D. Marin

Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P.
Austin, TX

Nicole Moss

Geophysical Technology, Inc. / ACC Houston
Houston, TX

Tracey Rice

Honeywell
Houston, TX

Kinjal Shah

Rotork
Houston, TX

Dena DeNooyer Stroh

North Texas Tollway Authority
Plano, TX

J. Robert Suffoletta

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.
Austin, TX

Monica Ramirez Trollinger

Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX

Jennifer M. Trulock

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
Dallas, TX

MCLE Credit

Texas – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided in Your Briefcase for your records. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Ohio – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to The Supreme Court of Ohio within 30 days after the conference.

Oklahoma – 14.00 hrs | 3.00 hrs Ethics

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, then you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the conference.

Pennsylvania – 11.50 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed . Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Other States – Expected – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

If you wish to satisfy MCLE or other professional education requirements in another state for a program offered by the University of Texas School of Law, please check with the state bar or other licensing authority in that state to ensure it will qualify for self-reporting your credits.

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provided to other licensing authorities as needed.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 14.10 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live conferences are presumptively approved by The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

At the conference, you are welcome to sign in on the Accounting CPE Record of Attendance form at the registration desk, but we are now reporting all credit online. You will receive a Texas Accounting Certificate of Completion in Your Briefcase. Self-report your CPE credit directly to TSBPA. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE Credit

Texas – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you upon claiming credit. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

To claim California MCLE credit, California credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.
You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Ohio – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

To claim Ohio MCLE credit, Ohio credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to The Supreme Court of Ohio within 30 days after the conference.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Oklahoma – 14.00 hrs | 3.00 hrs Ethics

To claim Oklahoma MCLE credit, Oklahoma credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #169) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for MCLE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the webcast.

Pennsylvania – 11.50 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

To claim Pennsylvania MCLE credit, Pennsylvania credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed and submitted. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other States – Expected – 11.75 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

To claim Other States MCLE credit, Other States credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provide to other licensing authorities as needed.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 14.10 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. In compliance with the rules, UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

To claim Texas Accounting CPE credit, the Texas Accounting CPE credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. Self-report your CPE credit directly to the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Key Dates

Houston – Apr 23-24, 2026 – Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria

Live Webcast – Apr 23-24, 2026

Houston
Live Webcast

Individual
Last day for $625.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
Last day for $725.00 Regular pricing: Apr 9, 2026
$825.00 for registrations received after this time

In-House Counsel
Last day for $425.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
Last day for $525.00 Regular pricing: Apr 9, 2026
$625.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $565.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
Last day for $655.00 Regular pricing: Apr 9, 2026
$745.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $500.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
Last day for $580.00 Regular pricing: Apr 9, 2026
$660.00 for registrations received after this time

Cancellation Policy
Last day for full refund cancellation: Apr 17, 2026
$50 processing fee applied after this date
Last day for cancellation: Apr 20, 2026

Individual
Last day for $725.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
$825.00

In-House Counsel
Last day for $525.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
$625.00

Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $655.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
$745.00

Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $580.00 Early Bird pricing: Dec 19, 2025
$660.00

Add-on (in-person registration required)
$100.00

Cancellation Policy
Last day for full refund cancellation: Apr 17, 2026
$50 processing fee applied after this date
Last day for cancellation: Apr 20, 2026

Venue

Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria

2001 Post Oak Blvd
Houston, TX
713-961-9300
1-800-445-8667 (reservations)
Map

Accommodations

A special group rate of $179 per night is available for conference registrants until April 1, 2026, or when the block is exhausted. You may refer to the "UT Law Corporate Counsel Institute" room block or group code "917" when you call the hotel reservations department at 1-800-445-8667 or book online.

Parking Information

Daily self-parking, $12 per car, per day.
Overnight self-parking, $18 per car, per day.
Daily Valet parking $22 per car, per day.
Overnight Valet parking, $44 per car, per day.

Additional Information

The conference will take place in the BLVD Ballroom, located on the first floor of the hotel.

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors! Click each logo below to learn more.

Western Alliance Bank

Western Alliance Bank
www.westernalliancebancorporation.com/expertise/business-escrow-services

Western Alliance Business Escrow Services, a national banking group within Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, is a specialized, trusted resource for strategic buyers, top-tier law firms, private equity firms and other stakeholders involved in mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases and other business escrow transactions. With in-depth experience in the field and a sharp focus on buy-side-related touchpoints, the team provides expert, timely, personalized service and innovative product features coupled with tech-enabled solutions to meet the needs of clients on a global scale. The group tailors paying agent and escrow services related to mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases and other business escrow events at every stage of the deal, from pre-closing to post-closing, with a flexible client-first approach. Business Escrow Services is part of Western Alliance Bancorporation, which has $90 billion in assets and has ranked as a top U.S. bank by American Banker and Bank Director since 2016.
Haynes Boone

Haynes Boone
haynesboone.com

Haynes and Boone, LLP is among the fastest-growing Am Law 100 firms, providing full-service counsel across sectors, including corporate, energy, financial services, real estate, restructuring, litigation, intellectual property and specialty transactions. Companies at all stages rely on Haynes Boone, whether they’re in the Fortune 500 and/or S&P 500, well-funded, exchange-listed, privately held or in emerging-growth mode. More than 750 lawyers practice across 20 global offices in California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., London, Mexico City and Shanghai. In 2025, Chambers USA ranked 41 firm practice areas, and in 2024 Haynes Boone became the first top-100 firm to earn Mental Health America’s Gold Bell Seal for its industry-leading commitment to creating a mentally healthy workplace.
JAMS

JAMS
www.jamsadr.com/

Founded in 1979, JAMS is the world's largest private alternative dispute resolution (ADR) provider. Our panel includes more than 500 retired state and federal court judges, attorneys and other ADR professionals with proven track records and extensive practice area and industry expertise. JAMS has handled thousands of in-person and remote mediations and arbitrations, ranging from two-party personal injury mediations to complex, multi-party, multimillion-dollar arbitrations in the United States and other jurisdictions worldwide. JAMS handles an average of 21,000 cases per year in hearing locations around the globe.
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
www.nortonrosefulbright.com

Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations.. The global law firm has more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across more than 50 locations worldwide, including London, Houston, New York, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg, covering Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East.

With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets.
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.
www.wsgr.com

For nearly 60 years, Wilson Sonsini has offered a broad range of services and legal disciplines focused on serving the principal challenges faced by the management and boards of directors of business enterprises. The firm is nationally recognized as a leading provider to growing and established clients seeking legal counsel to complete sophisticated corporate and technology transactions; manage governance and enterprise-scale matters; assist with intellectual property development, protection and IP-driven transactions; represent them in contested disputes; and/or advise them on antitrust or other regulatory matters. With deep roots in Silicon Valley, Wilson Sonsini has offices in Austin; Beijing; Boston; Brussels; Hong Kong; London; Los Angeles; New York; Palo Alto; San Diego; San Francisco; Seattle; Shanghai; Washington, D.C.; and Wilmington, DE. For more information, please visit www.wsgr.com.
Association of Corporate Counsel - Houston

Association of Corporate Counsel - Houston
www.acc.com/chapters-networks/chapters/houston

ACC Houston is home to over 1,200 in-house counsel in the Greater Houston Area. Connect with your fellow in-house counsel and our sponsors, and access all of the great educational, networking opportunities and resources we have to offer throughout the year.
The Texas Lawbook

The Texas Lawbook
texaslawbook.net

The Texas Lawbook is an online news publication covering the Texas corporate legal market. We have content partnerships with the Houston Chronicle and the Dallas Business Journal.

Corporate Counsel Institute

Overview

Event Schedule

Thursday Morning, Apr. 23, 2026

Thursday Afternoon, Apr. 23, 2026

Friday Morning, Apr. 24, 2026

Conference Faculty

Planning Committee

Credit Info

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

Key Dates

Venue

Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria

Accommodations

Parking Information

Additional Information

Our Sponsors

Western Alliance Bank

Haynes Boone

JAMS

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C.

Association of Corporate Counsel - Houston

The Texas Lawbook

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