JAMS-SPONSORED EVENT
51st Annual SLA Conference
Presented by the The Sports Lawyers Association (SLA)
Start Date
Wednesday, May 13, 2026End Date
Saturday, May 16, 2026JAMS is a proud sponsor of the 51st Annual SLA Conference.
The 51st Annual Sports Lawyers Association (SLA) Conference will take place May 13–16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, Illinois. Hosted by the Sports Lawyers Association, the conference brings together attorneys, agents, academics, and other professionals working in sports law and related fields. The program includes panel discussions and sessions addressing legal issues affecting the sports industry.
The 2026 conference theme, “Going Beyond the Game: Growing the Landscape of Sport,” reflects the expanding role of sports law in areas such as governance, business, and athlete representation. The conference provides opportunities for professional discussion and networking among participants working across the sports law community.