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2026 Business Law Institute - In-Person

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After nearly two decades away from the mountains, the Business Law Institute is returning to its most spectacular setting yet — Steamboat Springs, Colorado, September 24–26, 2026. This three-day conference brings together the business law community for an exceptional combination of substantive programming and Rocky Mountain adventure. Earn 12 CLE credits, including 3 ethics credits, through cutting-edge sessions on AI in legal practice, a legislative update, a deep dive into business law in greater Colorado, and more. The schedule is thoughtfully crafted to include a free afternoon, so attendees can experience everything Steamboat has to offer, whether that's hiking, biking, a trip to the hot springs, or simply soaking in the scenery. With the full business law community converging in one of Colorado's most beloved mountain towns, the networking opportunities alone make this a can't-miss event. Reconnect with colleagues, earn essential CLE credits, and rediscover why the mountains make everything better.


 

HOTEL INFORMATION
The Steamboat Grand Hotel
2300 Mount Werner Circle
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

 

CBA-CLE has reserved a block of rooms for attendees. Room rates start at $160/night for Wednesday 09/23 and Thursday 09/24, $299/night for Friday 09/25 plus applicable taxes and fees. The rate shown on the reservation link includes a 7% resort fee.

To receive the group room rate, please indicate that you are a guest of the Business Law Institute when you make your reservation.

 

Based on availability, rooms are being held at the conference rate until August 9, 2026.

 

Reservations will be accepted by phone (877) 269-2628 or online at: https://group.steamboatgrand.com/v2/lodging-offers/promo-code?package=88999&code=BUSLAW

 

A 1 night deposit is due at the time of booking. The final payment is due 7 days prior to arrival. Guests may cancel the reservation up until 48 hours prior to arrival and only pay a $25 non-refundable deposit. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable. No refund for late arrivals, early departures, no-shows, or downgrades.


 

CANCELLATION POLICY: If you are unable to attend, please notify CBA-CLE by September 9, 2026, and we will gladly refund your tuition in full or apply your tuition to the webinar or home study. Cancellations after September 9, 2026, will be refunded less a $150 cancellation fee.


 

CLE CREDITS: This program has been submitted for 12 General CLE Credits, including 3 Ethics/Professionalism Credits.


 

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors!

 

Platinum
JAMS
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP

 

Silver
MDD Forensic Accountants
RASi
Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell

 

Event
CBA Membership
DU Business Law Society


 

The program is accredited in Colorado. CBA-CLE staff can provide a Uniform Certificate of Attendance, and it is the attendee's responsibility to complete the accreditation outside of Colorado.

 

Home studies will be available 2-3 weeks following the live program.

 

CBA-CLE is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, and employment. To request an accommodation please contact [email protected] at least 14 business days in advance.

Thursday, September 24, 2026

 

12:00 – 1:00 pm
Registration

 

1:00 – 1:10 pm
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Extended by Dan Sweetser, Esq., CBA-CLE, and Angela M. Vichick, Esq., Womble Bond Dickinson LLP

 

1:10 – 2:00 pm
Keynote: Business Law in Greater Colorado
Speakers to be named

 

2:00 – 2:20 pm 
Networking Break – Please visit your sponsors

 

2:20 – 3:10 pm
2026 Legislative Update
Presented by Victoria B. Bantz, Esq., Clark Hill; additional speakers to be named

 

3:15 – 4:25 pm
FinCEN Update
Presented by Herrick K. Lidstone, Jr., Esq., Jennings Haug Keleher McLeod Waterfall LLP; additional speakers to be named

 

4:30 – 5:20 pm 
Business Litigation Panel
Presented by Lucas T. Ritchie, Esq., Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP, and Angela M. Vichick, Esq., Womble Bond Dickinson LLP; additional speakers to be named

 

5:20 – 6:20 pm
Welcome Reception 
Sponsored by JAMS

 

 

Friday, September 25, 2026

 

7:30 – 8:30 am
Breakfast (Registered Attendees Only)

 

8:30 – 9:20 am 
AI Ethics for Attorneys
Presented by The Honorable Maria E. Berkenkotter, Colorado Supreme Court; The Honorable Lino S. Lipinsky de Orlov, Colorado Court of Appeals; and The Honorable Elizabeth Weishaupl, JAMS 
Submitted for 1 Ethics Credit

 

9:25 – 10:15 am
Updating Your Contract Templates for AI
Presented by Spencer M. Rubin, Esq., Grellas Shah LLP

 

10:15 – 10:35 am 
Networking Break – Please visit your sponsors

 

10:35 – 11:25 am
How Tax and Economic Policy Influence Valuations
Presented by Conrad Biegel, CPA, CVA, MSA, MDD Forensic Accountants; and William Sasser, CPA, CFE, CVA, MDD Forensic Accountants

 

11:30 am – 12:20 pm
What GCs Wish Law Firms Understood About Their Business
Presented by Marie Alanna A. McKiernan, Esq., Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, and Laney M. Vazquez, Esq., Chevron.

Moderated by Naomi C. Stokeld, Esq., Emendo Law

 

12:20 pm
Adjourn

 

5:00 – 6:30 pm 
Networking Reception
Sponsored by Womble Bond Dickinson LLP

 

 

Saturday, September 26, 2026

 

7:30 – 8:15 am
Breakfast (Registered Attendees Only)

 

8:15 – 8:30 am
Welcome Back Remarks and Presentation of the Cathy Stricklin Krendl Lifetime Achievement Award

 

8:30 – 9:20 am 
Employee Ownership: Legal Strategies and Structures
Presented by Marion Champoux-Pellegrin, Co-own; Julia Martins Rodrigues, PhD, University of Colorado Boulder; and Jason Wiener, Esq., Jason Wiener PC

 

9:20 – 9:40 am
Networking Break – Please visit your sponsors

 

9:40 – 10:30 am
Using the Tax Law to Incentivize Service Providers and Resolve Ownership Disputes
Presented by James (Jim) R. Walker, Esq., Womble Bond Dickinson LLP

 

10:35 – 11:25 am
When the Other Side Won't Lawyer Up: Ethical Landmines in Negotiating with Unrepresented or Counsel-Averse Parties
Presented by Rose Standifer, Esq., Foley Hoag, LLP; additional speaker to be named 
Submitted for 1 Ethics Credit

 

11:30 am -12:20 pm
From Deal Lawyer to Witness (or Worse, Adversary): Ethical Pitfalls When Transactions Lead to Litigation
Presented by Daniel W. Glasser, Esq., BCR Law Partners, and Jennifer M. Osgood, Esq., BCR Law Partners
Submitted for 1 Ethics Credit

 

12:20 pm
Adjourn

Location Information
Steamboat Grand Hotel
2300 Mt. Werner Circle
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
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Registration Fees
Non Member $839.00
CBA Member $629.00
CBA Business Law Section Member $509.00
Paralegal/LLP/Legal Support Staff $379.00
Public Service/Gov't/Active Military/Non-Profit $379.00
CLE ELITE/New Attorney Elite Pass Holder $319.00
Student Currently Enrolled in Law School $0.00
  • General Credits: 12.00
  • Ethics Credits: 3.00
  • EDI Credits:

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Start Date - End Date
September 24, 2026 - September 26, 2026
Start Time - End Time
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Event Location
Steamboat Grand Hotel
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