Our two-day Annual Conference is designed to encourage conversation and inspire professional advancement through a series of short, dynamic presentations from industry leaders and networking events. Each year, the topic of the Conference centers around leadership with over 250 members in attendance. The Conference fee is included in the yearly membership dues. The 28th Annual Conference takes place on Thursday, November 19 and Friday, November 20, 2026 at the Fairmont Austin in Austin, Texas.
Together, we will explore the evolving pressures shaping top-tier leadership—from navigating macroeconomic shifts and gaining valuable insights directly from the bench to honoring foundational constitutional principles as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. Sessions will address the practical realities of modern practice, examining how AI integration, advanced problem-solving, and operational excellence streamline legal departments while maintaining high ethical standards. Ultimately, the program balances high-stakes competitive leadership with personal wellness and team resilience, empowering general counsel to lead with vision, integrity, and strength at every level.
| 12:00 PM | Welcome Luncheon with Speaker Panel |
| 2:00 PM | Leadership “Talks” Begin |
| 4:30 PM | Day One Concludes |
| 6:00 PM | Magna Stella Awards Dinner (Attendance is not included with Conference registration - Click here to purchase tables/tickets.) |
| 8:15 AM | Networking Buffet Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM | Leadership “Talks” Resume |
| 12:00 PM | Leadership “Talks” Conclude |
| 12:00 - 2:30 PM | Farewell Celebration Lunch |
Located in the heart of downtown, Fairmont Austin offers a luxury hotel experience with modern amenities and direct access to the city’s vibrant culture. Attendees staying on-site can enjoy refined accommodations, exceptional dining options, a full-service spa, and a scenic rooftop pool deck, providing an ideal setting to relax and network throughout the conference.
If you are interested in booking rooms at the Fairmont Austin, we have secured a special room rate of $269.00/night (plus associated taxes and fees). To book online within our block, please click here.
All reservations are final after Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and a full deposit will be collected.
Please join us to celebrate our 2026 winners at the 21st Annual Magna Stella Awards Dinner on Thursday, November 19, 2026, hosted at the Fairmont Austin in Downtown Austin, Texas. Held in conjunction with the Forum’s 28th Annual Conference, this premier evening recognizes exceptional legal leadership across the state.
All ticket and table sales directly benefit our newly created Texas General Counsel Forum Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to advancing leadership and scholarship in the Texas legal community.
Dinner attendance is not included in Conference registration. Attire is cocktail.
