The 2024 CLSA International Conference & Induction of Fellows will be held September 18-20, 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage in beautiful Palm Springs, California. The conference is designed for Fellows of the Construction Lawyers Society of America to enhance their already superior transactional, negotiation, and legal skills; to address practical issues and topics challenging lawyers engaged of all aspects of construction and development; to amplify methods and approaches used by construction lawyers and alternative dispute resolution professionals in today's changing legal environment; and to afford each individual the opportunity to hear from and interact with some of the finest construction lawyers from North America and around the world.
Participants will be provided with advanced tools for continued success and expertise in construction law, trial techniques, evidence presentation, courtroom technology, case evaluations and marketing, as well as negotiations and alternative dispute resolution. New Fellows of the CLSA will be formally inducted into the society during the black-tie Induction of Fellows Gala on Thursday, September 19, 2024. The conference will also give Fellows the opportunity to network with other distinguished construction attorneys from across North America, earn CLE credit, and enjoy the beauty and splendor of the California desert.
Approximately 8 hours of CLE credit will be requested, including at least 1 hour of ethics credit. Certificates of Attendance will be provided to each attendee at the conclusion of the General Session.
2024 CLSA International Conference & Induction of Fellows
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
Palm Springs, California
For a PDF of the full Agenda, please click HERE.
Wednesday, September 18
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Dressy Casual
*Conference Attendees and Guests
Thursday, September 19
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast
Business Casual
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
General Session
Business Casual
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
New Inductee Group Photo & Cocktail Party
Black Tie
*New Inductees and Guests
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Induction of Fellows Gala
Black Tie
*Conference Attendees and Guests
Friday, September 20
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast
Business Casual
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
General Session
Business Casual
*Guests are invited to attend the Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening and the Induction of Fellows Gala on Thursday evening.
FELLOW/ASSOCIATE FELLOW: $1,995.00
SPEAKER: $1,295.00
PANEL SPEAKER: $1,595.00
NON-FELLOW: $2,295.00
GUEST FEE FOR SOCIAL EVENTS: $395.00 per person
Guests are invited to attend the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, September 18th, and the Induction of Fellows Gala on Thursday, September 19th.
THE RITZ-CARLTON, RANCHO MIRAGE
68900 Frank Sinatra Drive
Rancho Mirage, California, 92270
800.241.3333
Overlooking Palm Springs, Coachella Valley, and the San Jacinto Mountain Range, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage offers an elevated experience of a timeless destination. Modern design invites connections with the desert, from stunning valley views at The Edge Steakhouse to holistic spa rituals inspired by the land, while the storied past of Palm Springs complements the resort’s elegant luxury.
To book your reservation, please call 800.241.3333 and mention the 2024 CLSA International Conference or visit our dedicated reservations page at: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1715207818402&key=GRP&app=resvlink
A limited number of discounted hotel rooms have been made available for this conference. To obtain the CLSA discounted group rate, hotel rooms must be reserved before August 2, 2024. If room block capacity is reached on or before Friday, August 2, 2024, the CLSA rate will not be guaranteed and may no longer be available.
Rates will be honored three (3) days pre-and post-conference based on availability at time of booking. Rooms and rates on pre-and post-conference dates are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Making your reservation early is strongly suggested.
Any special requests must be made at the time of booking. Please note that special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at 800.241.3333. Please specify the 2024 CLSA International Conference & Induction of Fellows at the time of booking to take advantage of the following group rates:
- $269* King or Queen Guest Rooms
- $569* Suites (limited availability)
* Room rates are subject to applicable occupancy and sales taxes.
In an effort to add value and simplify incidental fees encompassing a number of services, offerings, and activity access, a resort charge of $20.00 per room, plus tax will be added to your account daily. All taxes and fees are subject to change. The Resort Service Charge includes:
• Unlimited high speed internet access hotel wide (not including meeting space)
• Daily Fitness Class Offerings
• Hotel Guided Hike (weather permitting)
• Recreation Lawn Games
• Bike Rentals
• Stargazing and Sungazing (Weather permitting)
• Golf Bag Storage
• Daily Afternoon Candy Garden Experience
Please familiarize yourself with The Ritz-Carlton’s Cancellation Policy as the CLSA is not responsible for any cancellation fees or other resort charges. All reservations must be guaranteed by a major credit card at time of booking.
CLSA'S CANCELLATION POLICY
The CLSA conference registration fee is fully refundable for cancellations received on or before Friday, August 2, 2024. Cancellations received between August 3, 2024 and August 20, 2024, will be refunded at fifty percent (50%) of the total fee, OR the total fee may be credited to a future CLSA event. Due to the financial commitments made to the Resort by the CLSA, cancellations received on or after Wednesday, August 21, 2024, are non-refundable.
Substitutions may be made at any time without charge. To make a cancellation or request a refund, please contact Dottie Henry at Dottie.Henry@ConstructionSociety.org.
The CLSA offers Fellows and their firms the opportunity to sponsor events (breakfasts, breaks, cocktail receptions, etc.) at its conferences and special events. This is a great opportunity for a firm to maximize visibility and networking potential. The CLSA limits the number of sponsorships per conference in order to increase national exposure for each sponsor.
Sponsorship Benefits:
• Full-page ad (firm overview and logo) in conference book
• Firm logo displayed on registration area signage
• Sponsor ribbons for firm attendees
• Firm logo displayed on on-site signage during the conference
• Oral acknowledgement during the general session
• Recognition in the schedule of events (available online and in the conference book)
• Recognition through CLSA's social media channels
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Induction of Fellows Gala Entertainment
$5,000
Welcome Reception
$5,000
Thursday Lunch
$5,000
Conference Audio/Visual
$4,800
Thursday’s Breakfast
$4,000
Friday’s Breakfast
$4,000
Course Materials- (Firm Logo Appears on Conference Book)
$3,500
Thursday’s Continuous Beverage Service and Refreshment Break
$2,500
Friday’s Continuous Beverage Service and Refreshment Break
$2,500
Champagne Toast to the 2024 Inductees
Sponsored by Y. Lisa Colon of Saul Ewing, LLP
Thumb Drive Containing Course Materials (Firm Logo on Thumb Drive)
Sponsored by Mark J. Rice of Mcneil, Silveira, Rice & Wiley
If you would like to discuss sponsorship opportunities or for more information, please contact Beth Rich at 470.303.6005 or Beth.Rich@constructionsociety.org.
I understand that the CLSA has scheduled an in-person educational program. By registering for the program, I acknowledge and agree as follows:
- By participating in or attending the program, I risk becoming exposed to or infected with COVID-19 (a/k/a the novel coronavirus) as a result of my actions, omissions, or negligence, or those of other attendees or participants, including without limitation, CLSA staff, volunteers and other members.
- CLSA is not responsible for the Venue’s COVID-19 mitigation efforts (or lack thereof) or any negligence by the Venue or its staff relative to such precautions.
- The program will be photographed by CLSA staff. I expressly grant CLSA permission to record my voice and/or my image by videotape and/or still photography during the event, and I hereby give permission to CLSA to distribute such images or recordings.
- I acknowledge and agree that I am participating in the program voluntarily, and at my own risk, and that I release and waive any claim I might have against CLSA and its officers, directors, members, and staff for any and all liability or responsibility for any illness, damages, or injury that I may incur in connection with my attendance at the Program.