EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OPEN FOR CONFERENCE AND GALA - GET TICKETS NOW!

Register for the 2025 PABA Conference and Gala

Honoring Our Heritage
Harnessing Our Power
October 10 - 12, 2025 | Reston, VA

Conference & Gala Pricing

Early bird - on or before July 1, 2025

Conference Only
Student
Early Bird: $170
Regular: $250
Nonprofit/Gov't
Academic/Judiciary
Early Bird: $225
Regular: $300
Private Sector Attorney
(including in-house)
Early Bird: $300
Regular: $375

PABA MEMBERS*

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Gala Only
Early Bird: $225
Regular: $275

OPEN PABA MEMBERS & GUESTS*

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Combo (best value)*
Student
Early Bird: $225
Regular: $335
Nonprofit/Gov't
Academic/Judiciary
Early Bird: $300
Regular: $400
Private Sector Attorney
(including in-house)
Early Bird: $400
Regular: $500

PABA MEMBERS*

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*Combo (Conference and Gala) Package for PABA Members

All-inclusive access to the Conference, including: 
Saturday evening Gala
Saturday conference panels
CLE for attorneys (all 50 states) 
Saturday breakfast
Saturday lunch
Sunday breakfast and members meeting

FAQs

Where in Reston VA is the Conference & Gala? 

For member privacy and security, only PABA members and their guests will be told of the location of the Conference & Gala.

When will we learn more details such as keynote speakers and the Conference agenda?

We will provide more details on a rolling basis.

Can I attend the Saturday evening Gala if I am not a PABA member?  

Guests of PABA members are welcome to attend the Saturday Gala!  If you are added to the Invitation List by a PABA member, then you can purchase Gala tickets using the above registration link. If you are not on the Invitation List, then you can register using the above link and provide a reference of a PABA member host. All requests to purchase tickets by individuals not on the Invitation List are subject to approval by PABA.

Can I attend the conference if I am not a PABA member? 

No. Conference registration is only open to PABA members. To register for PABA membership, click here.  

Is there a hotel block?

We will provide information about the hotel block to all registered guests. Rates range from $299 - $349 depending on the number of guests. Guests can reserve a room with one king bed or two queen beds.

I am a PABA member in the Class of 2025. Can I purchase at the Law Student rate?

 Yes.  The Class of 2025 can purchase packages at the Law Student rate.

I am concerned about the cost of hotel and travel but otherwise wish to attend the Conference.

If you would like to be paired with a fellow member for carpooling or room sharing, please email contact@pabalaw.org and our Conference Committee will try to find a suitable match based on your preferences. PABA has secured a discounted block at the conference hotel. Details for booking will be provided after you register. Rooms are available with one king bed or two queen beds, at $299–$349 per night depending on occupancy.

I would like to help organize and volunteer at the conference. Where do I sign up? 

Email contact@pabalaw.org.  There is plenty of work to do and being on the organizing committee is a great way to network with and support your fellow PABA members. a fellow member for carpooling or room sharing, please email contact@pabalaw.org and our Conference Committee will try to find a suitable match based on your preferences.

I am a PABA member but I wish to attend only the Conference or only the Gala, but not both.

All members attending the Conference are strongly encouraged to also attend the Gala.  We have creating a pricing structure and sponsorship opportunities such that the cost of attending the Conference and Gala is very affordable for all PABA members, especially Law Student Members.

Can I bring a guest to the Conference & Gala?

Absolutely! Please bring a guest for the entire weekend! The hotel is located in a fantastic area and Washington DC is a short Metro ride. The conference is for PABA members only, but the Gala is open to guests.

How should I get to the Conference & Gala?

The hotel is easily accessible by Metro. You can Metro from either Washington Dulles Airport OR Ronald Reagan Airport. Dulles Airport is just a couple stops away, while Reagan Airport is a little farther and requires a transfer. The Reston Station stop is on the silver line. Please refer to the location section for more details.

Can my firm sponsor the event?

Please do! We are a completely volunteer organization and there are a lot of costs associated with this event. We cannot have this event without sponsors. Please click here to view sponsorship package options and email sponsorship@pabalaw.org with any questions and details on how to complete your sponsorship.

Can I individually sponsor the Conference & Gala?

Yes!  Please click here to view sponsorship package options and email sponsorship@pabalaw.org with any questions and details on how to complete your sponsorship.

Are tickets refundable? 

Tickets to the Conference & Gala are not refundable.

Have more questions?

We'd be glad to answer any further questions you have at contact@pabalaw.org

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