Events
2026 Legislative Day and Reception
April 8 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Legislative Day Reception – Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Where
California Lawyers Association (CLA)
400 Capitol Mall, Suite 650
Sacramento, CA 95814
When
April 7, 2026; 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
CLA is hosting a reception the evening before CLA’s annual Legislative Day and everyone is welcome to attend. This is a free event, providing an opportunity to mix and mingle with your colleagues and other leaders in the field before the main event on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
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Attending both the Reception and Legislative Day? Scroll down to learn more and register today!
Legislative Day – Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Where
Capitol Event Center
1020 11th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
When
April 8, 2026; 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us at CLA’s Legislative Day for a unique opportunity to explore pressing issues facing the legal profession, proposed changes on the horizon, and how CLA members can make a difference. Interact directly with key decision makers from all three branches of government, influence change, forge partnerships, and connect with other leaders.
Keynote Speaker
California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.
CLA Legislator of the Year Award
Assemblymember Catherine Stefani
Agenda
8:00 AM – Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM – Welcoming Remarks
9:30 AM – General Session 1
10:00 AM – General Session 2
10:30 AM – Keynote Speaker: California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.
11:00 AM – Break
11:30 AM – General Session 3
12:00 PM – Lunch and Networking
1:00 PM – General Session 4
1:30 PM – Presentation of Legislator of the Year Award to Assemblymember Catherine Stefani
2:00 PM – General Session 5
2:30 PM – Closing Remarks
Hotel Accommodations
For attendees traveling from outside the area, a variety of hotel accommodations are available near the event location. While California Lawyers Association has not reserved a room block for Legislative Day, participants are encouraged to explore nearby lodging options and make arrangements that best suit their preferences and travel plans.
The Hyatt Centric
1122 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 371-7000 (Main/Reservation) or Booking Link
CLA Corporate Code: 116788; Corporate Rate: $239.00+ (No room blocks allowed)
Valet Parking: $47.00
Hotel Options in Sacramento – Downtown
Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
1230 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 447-1700
Valet parking and self-parking available
The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
500 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 545-7100
Embassy Suites Sacramento
100 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 326-5000
The Fort Sutter Hotel (Tapestry by Hilton)
1308 28th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 603-2301
Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown
300 J Street (DOCO Commons)
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 446-0100
Hotel Options in Sacramento – Natomas and toward Sacramento Airport
Wyndam Garden Hotel – Sacramento Airport Natomas
2298 Terracina Drive
Sacramento, CA 95834
Airport Shuttle Available
Four Points by Sheraton – Sacramento Airport
4900 Duckhorn Drive
Sacramento, CA 95834
Airport Shuttle Available
Hyatt Place Sacramento Airport (same address and next to Hyatt House)
4850 Duckhorn Drive
Sacramento, CA 95834
Airport Shuttle Available
Hyatt House Sacramento Airport
4850 Duckhorn Drive
Sacramento, CA 95834
Airport Shuttle Available
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Registration Information
| Type | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| CLA Member | $25 |
| Non-CLA Member | $50 |
| Law Student* | Free |
Law Students are invited to join the California Lawyers Association (CLA) for free.
All sales are final. Refunds will not be provided.
For program and registration information, please email ProgramRegistrations@calawyers.org or call 916-516-1757.
This event may be recorded. By attending this event, you consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded, and to any use, by the CLA, of your likeness, voice, and name in any and all media including social media. If you do not want your name or photo to be used, please let us know in advance. We cannot, however, honor requests to opt out of the use of your image or voice if you choose to ask a question during one of the event sessions.
The California Lawyers Association is an approved State Bar of California MCLE provider.
We are committed to accessibility! Virtual events are equipped with closed captioning. To request an in-person accommodation, send us a note at accessibility@calawyers.org or contact us at 916-516-1760 for assistance.