Lanier Trial Academy Conference 2026 - 10th Edition
When: June 22–25, 2026 | Where: MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOUSTON, TX
The Lanier Trial Academy Conference 2026 is a four-day event built exclusively for plaintiff attorneys led by Mark Lanier and hosted by The Lanier Law Firm. The 2026 program marks the academy’s 10th edition and focuses on trial strategies, case preparation, and courtroom techniques drawn from Lanier’s experience handling high-stakes litigation.
Legal Soft will attend the Lanier Trial Academy Conference 2026 in Houston. Visit us at Booth #3 to learn how virtual staffing can support plaintiff attorneys with trial preparation, legal research, and daily legal support tasks.
About The Lanier Trial Academy Conference
The Lanier Trial Academy is designed for plaintiff attorneys who want to strengthen how they prepare and try cases. The 2026 conference will feature Mark Lanier’s methods, updated trial techniques, and insights tied to major case results, including his landmark $4.69 billion verdict. It also includes structured programming across four days, with sessions, networking events, and CLE-related learning opportunities.
Sessions and Content
The 2026 Lanier Trial Academy includes new additions and an extra half-day of classroom sessions with Mark Lanier. Its smaller, more focused format gives attendees more access to faculty, more direct feedback, and more room for practical discussion than a large national conference. It also highlights CLE opportunities across the program, with several sessions covering related ethics issues.
Sessions cover the full arc of what it takes to try a case well, including:
- Trial planning from early strategy through courtroom execution
- Opening statements and closing arguments
- Witness examination
- Communication, persuasion, and presentation techniques
- PowerPoint and visual storytelling in the courtroom
- Non-verbal communication and jury dynamics
- Large case management and media strategy
- AI tools in legal practice
- Ethics and cybersecurity-related compliance topics
Attendees may receive 14 to 17 CLE hours, including 3 hours of ethics, pending approval in most states. Some ethics content may help satisfy newer CLE requirements related to cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection.
Pre-Conference Events
As a registered attendee, you will have access to exclusive pre-conference events before the main sessions begin. Space is limited, and walk-ins are not allowed.
- Golf Scramble at Memorial Park Golf Course — A scramble tournament at Memorial Park Golf Course, a PGA-rated course and home of the Houston Open. The event is open to attendees and vendors ahead of the main conference.
- Lanier Theological Library Tour and Lemonade Social — A guided tour of the 17,000-square-foot Lanier Theological Library, founded by Mark Lanier in 2010, followed by a lemonade social and networking reception.
Schedule at a Glance
The conference runs for four days, with each day building on the last. Here is what to expect:
What You'll Get Out of It
Over four days, plaintiff attorneys will gain practical takeaways to sharpen their trial skills, earn CLE credits, and strengthen their practice.
- 14 to 17 CLE hours, including 3 ethics hours, pending approval in most states
- Direct instruction from Mark Lanier, whose trial results total nearly $20 billion
- New trial techniques, strategies, and case insights shared throughout the program
- Access to the Golf Scramble at Memorial Park Golf Course
- Lanier Theological Library Tour and Lemonade Social networking event
- Limited seating and a more focused learning environment for plaintiff attorneys
A Note for Plaintiff Attorneys: Running a Better Practice
You may want to take on different types of cases that have always interested you, but have not had the time or support to pursue. When you are handling everything on your own, it becomes harder to focus on growth. Trial work demands preparation, strategy, and endurance, and that requires your full attention.
One of the quieter challenges plaintiff attorneys face is that the administrative side of running a firm does not stop during trial preparation.
Legal Soft helps law firms run more efficiently with the right support and systems. We provide virtual legal professionals, including paralegals, legal assistants, and attorneys, who work as part of your practice. They can support your firm with tasks such as:
- Medical record collection and organization
- Demand letter drafting support
- Intake follow-up and client communication
- Case file management and document preparation
- Deadline tracking and litigation support
- Legal research and case summary preparation
Whatever you would assign to someone in your office, they can handle remotely. That means the work still gets done while you stay focused on your cases, preparation, and strategy.
Meet Legal Soft at Booth #3
We look forward to attending the 10th edition of the Lanier Trial Academy and connecting with attorneys who want to improve how they try cases and run their practices.
Visit Booth #3 to talk about your current operations, the challenges your firm is facing, and whether virtual staffing is the right fit for your practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Lanier Trial Academy Conference 2026?
The 10th edition of the Lanier Trial Academy Conference will take place June 22-25, 2026 at the Marriott Marquis Houston in Houston, Texas. Pre-conference events take place before the main sessions and require separate registration.
How many CLE credits can attorneys earn?
Attendees can earn 14 to 17 CLE hours, including 3 ethics hours. Credit hours may vary depending on each state’s accreditation rules. CLE applications are usually submitted to states before the course date, although in some cases they may be submitted afterward.
Is the conference open to all attorneys?
No. The event is exclusively for plaintiff attorneys. Attorneys connected in any way to the defense of cases that may be covered at the conference are not allowed to attend without express permission from The Lanier Law Firm.
