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The Higher Education Taxation Institute (HETI) provides a unique forum for college and university tax professionals from around the country to examine and discuss federal tax issues and compliance, as well as legislative, judicial, regulatory, and administrative changes affecting colleges and universities.  Highlights : Recent Developments in College and University Tax Law reviews recent tax law developments that affect the higher education community, such as Congressional legislation, IRS enforcement measures and pronouncements as well as judicial decisions. Legislative and Policy Update, Learning to Deal With the Chaos that is 2025, provides insight into various legislative proposals being discussed regarding taxation of universities, their endowments, and how school conduct and governance policies are influencing tax policy. Nonresident Alien Tax Update discusses the long-awaited final Treasury Regulations regarding digital content and cloud transactions as related to the international provisions of IRC section 861. Ethics Potpourri: 10 Tips to Help You Sleep at Night provides10 tips to mitigate tax ethics insomnia, from confirming who your client is, what professional standards apply, how to keep up to date and safeguard confidences, when to rely on outside experts, and what your obligations — and options — are when conflicts arise or when you, your client, or an outside expert makes a mistake.

UT Law CLE's 32nd Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference is the premier program on employment law practice in Texas. By bringing together leading members of the bar, personnel experts, and in-house counsel, the conference offers timely updates, emerging trends, and the variety of perspectives practitioners need. Highlights include:   The Ethical Use of AI Outsmarting the Smartphone: Crucial Evidence Could Be In Your Back Pocket The First Amendment in the Workplace: Not Just for Public Employees Anymore Workplace Accommodations: In-Depth Review and Recent Developments Demonstrative: Trial, Cross Examination, and Voir Dire Fact Finder Chronicles: The Office Edition Employment Law Doctrine Employee Handbook Tips and Trends for 2025 and Beyond

UT Law CLE's 47th 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. This year's topics include: The Texas Business Court: Insights and Impacts after the First Nine Months Trump 2.0 — The First 100 Days and What is Next Navigating AI Implementation: Governance Across Your Organization and the Ethical Use of AI in Your Legal Department Where Are We Now with Non-Competes? Contract Drafting Tips and Tricks in Anticipation of the Aftermath Preparing for an M&A Sale Transaction Privacy Law Update Annual Employment Law Update IP Protection and Ownership Multijurisdictional Practice, Part 1: Hot Button Compliance Issues and Practical Tips When You Have Business in Multiple States Multijurisdictional Practice, Part 2: Ethical Landmines to Avoid

UT Law CLE's 36th Annual Health Law Conference brings together leading in-house attorneys from major hospitals and medical institutions, government officials, as well as legal and financial advisors representing hospitals, healthcare providers, and physicians. The conference provides practical and detailed coverage of updates, current issues, and key strategies and opportunities facing members of the healthcare community.

UT Law CLE’s 38th Annual Technology Law Conference brings together a nationally-recognized faculty of technology and licensing practitioners; in-house counsel from leading tech companies; and experts in open source, data privacy/security, and emerging technology for the latest issues affecting the industry.

The  29th Annual Land Use Conference offers high-level, detailed coverage of the key issues, strategies, challenges, tools, and opportunities facing municipalities, counties, and developers. It focuses on real-world problems with practical solutions presented by an outstanding faculty, including developers' attorneys, land use planners, local government attorneys, engineers, and state and local regulators. 2025 Highlights Include: Two-part case law updates, including key developments on topics such as zoning, platting, development agreements, and vested rights. A look at how case law treats nonconforming rights, the takings implications, and the requirements of SB929. A look at the social and economic population trends in Texas and its effects on services, infrastructure, and natural resources. A detailed case study of drone operations in urban environments, analyzing how municipalities can develop adaptive regulatory approaches that accommodate beneficial drone uses while protecting community interests. An overview of the State’s recent focus on grid resiliency, the investor-owned utility electric utility resiliency programs recently approved by the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and a discussion on how these initiatives could impact development.

Now in its 51st year, the Ernest E. Smith Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Institute continues to be the definitive course for attorneys, corporate lawyers, E&P operators, and landmen, and it brings together a distinguished faculty of academics and practitioners for presentations on the latest oil and gas developments. The Institute covers an array of topics, including: The popular two-part Case Law Updates A view from the Business Court & Fifteenth Court of Appeals - Rules, Procedures, Cases & Know-How Pulling the Brake on Predatory Litigation, provides insight on the root causes of and strategies available to counteract the abuses and promote fairness and predictability in litigation.  Coverage of mineral conveyancing, mineral ownership, purchase and sale agreements, pore space ownership, carbon capture and sequestration permitting and much more

UT Law CLE’s 40th Annual School Law Conference is the definitive program for school administrators, school board members, education professionals, and the legal counsel who represent them. Presentations offer in-depth, practical discussion of the legal and regulatory issues affecting schools and school districts, and provide a must-have set of materials and resources. Topics will include:  Commissioner Decisions Update Complying with Safety and Security Personnel Requirements in Texas Public Schools Update on Conflicts of Interest Cellphone Bans in Schools When Lawyers Make the News: It’s Not About You. It’s About Your Client. Artificial Intelligence as a Core Competency: An Ethics Lens Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches School Vouchers in Texas? Drawing the Lines: School Nurse Authority When Employees Go Viral

The 21st Annual Changes and Trends Affecting Special Needs Trusts brings together nationally recognized professionals in the SNT field, features the latest updates and hot topics, and offers a great set of materials including sample forms, drafting tips, sample language, and resources.

UT Law CLE and the Oil, Gas and Energy Resources Law Section of the State Bar of Texas (OGERL) are thrilled to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Renewable Energy Law Institute!  This year’s Institute offers a dynamic mix of insights into law, economics, technology, finance, tax, and regulatory policy. Listen to seasoned industry professionals, legal and financial advisors, and key legislative and regulatory figures from Texas and beyond as they discuss the latest trends and developments in renewable energy. In this milestone year, the Renewable Energy Law Institute will cover a diverse range of topics, including: Federal Energy Policy Updates, featuring prominent voices discussing how current debates in Washington policy are shaping the future of renewable energy. Case Law Updates, including insights on Osage Wind and the ongoing litigation surrounding Winter Storm Uri. Procurement and Financing in renewable energy construction. Two specialized tracks: Real Estate Development and Construction or Permitting, Regulatory, and Environmental.

The Renewable Energy Law Essentials is a perfect overview for new entrants in the field providing an introduction to renewable energy projects, regulation and interconnection, real estate and title, project finance, permitting, and more.

Don’t miss the 42nd Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute, featuring nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations.  The Institute offers in-depth discussion on the issues most relevant to your organization or practice.

The 2025 Nonprofit Organizations Fundamentals is the perfect overview for new entrants and seasoned practitioners in the field, with focused attention on core issues for both private foundations and charitable organizations. 

UT Law CLE's 33rd Annual David W. Robertson Admiralty and Maritime Law Conference is the leading annual event that focuses on legal developments in the specialized areas of admiralty and maritime law. The conference offers a unique opportunity for practitioners to stay abreast of global and national developments affecting case law, contracts, and civil procedure.

Join legendary Texas Law Professor Stanley M. Johanson as he leads his Estate Planning Workshop, which offers timely topics, lively discussion, and practical advice.

UT Law CLE’s 72nd Annual Taxation Conference presents the expertise and in-depth analysis essential to understanding where tax law is, where it came from, and where it is going. With a renowned slate of regional and national speakers, the conference is a must attend event for those looking to keep current amidst a dramatically changing tax landscape.

UT Law CLE’s 72nd Annual Taxation Conference presents the expertise and in-depth analysis essential to understanding where tax law is, where it came from, and where it is going. With a renowned slate of regional and national speakers, the conference is a must attend event for those looking to keep current amidst a dramatically changing tax landscape.

Entertainment Law 101 is a perfect overview for new entrants to the field, or a refresher for more seasoned practitioners. This year, learn the ins and outs of different kinds of distribution deals, including film and television, book publishing, and music deals.

The 34th Annual Entertainment Law Institute (ELI), co-sponsored by The University of Texas School of Law and the Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, continues to bring together an outstanding faculty of nationally-regarded practitioners and industry insiders to keep entertainment lawyers up to date on the latest emerging trends, issues and breaking developments in music, film, games, and digital media. Topics include: The Reality of Reality: Getting a Show Pitch to the Network Cross-Border Issues in the Entertainment Industries: Canada x U.S. Annual Roundup of Notable Entertainment Industry Court Rulings Anti-SLAPP Case Study: Dealing with Defamation, Libel, Slander and Social Media Licensing Pre-Existing Content for Audio Visual Works The Rise of Sports Content in the Streaming Era The Aftermath of Recent Strikes AI Litigation and Legislative Roundup Crossover Creators: A Legal Guide to Multi-Industry Success Is the Clock Ticking? A Discussion of TikTok's Legal Issues and the Platform's Future

Now in its 43rd year, UT Law CLE's Jay L. Westbrook Bankruptcy Conference is one of the premier bankruptcy programs in the nation. The conference attracts a stellar national faculty of prominent judges, academics, and practitioners. This year’s conference provides an in-depth focus on current topics in business and consumer bankruptcy. Program highlights: The perennial favorite Recent Developments has two sessions: Professor Jay L. Westbrook leads the opening session to discuss the year’s most important cases, and then Debbie Langehennig leads a panel for a deeper dive into recent business and consumer cases. The always popular Views from the Bench: Our panel of judges discuss the impact of recent decisions, trends, and creative attorneys.  Business Track including Taking Stock After Purdue Pharma: Discuss the state of third-party releases, channel injunctions, exculpations, and other issues in light of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Purdue Pharma. Consumer Track including Modular Bankruptcy - A Consumer Scheme of Arrangement: The scheme of arrangement has been the premiere method of UK restructuring for some time now and has been drawing many U.S. firms to take advantage of its intentionally modular approach where some, but not all, of the debt is restructured. Could the same modularity be imported into the consumer realm? Yes, but not without resolving some serious complexities. Gain insight on Subchaper V; merchant cash advances; venue reform; ethical pitfalls in bankruptcy and much more.