February 19th, 2026
7:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
700 Aliceanna Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Join us for a half-day of timely programming and plenty of networking. Our annual Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar is a must-attend event for business owners, legal experts, C-suite executives and HR professionals. Join us to explore the most pressing labor and employment topics impacting your business.
This year’s seminar will cover significant policy changes and legal rulings that are reshaping the employment law landscape. Our Labor, Employment, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group has been closely monitoring these developments and will share the latest insights relevant to HR and legal professionals.
Adjusting to an AI-Influenced Workplace
Exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping recruitment, retention and workplace culture, changing the litigation landscape with increased pro se AI use and prompting new policies and training requirements for employers.
2025 Was a Wild Ride – What’s Ahead for Employers in 2026
Examining key developments shaping the year ahead, from workplace DEI and immigration law updates to benefits and tax changes, National Labor Relations Board activity and significant employment jury verdicts.
Employment Documents to the Rescue – Updating Your Policies and Documents to Ensure Compliance and Mitigate Risk
Providing practical guidance on updating employee handbooks, including state law compliance and privacy and OSHA policies; developing job descriptions; navigating employment agreements and NDAs; and implementing best practices for electronic signature retention.
As in past years, the seminar will provide 3.5 credit hours for HRCI and SHRM. We look forward to seeing you there!
