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Mastering Modern Law
ALA Empowers Legal Administrators to Navigate the Future
Successful law-firm management requires broad knowledge and expertise. Among other challenges, the professional administrator must address fast-paced technological changes, management trends that may contradict age-old practices, and fundamental changes in the way the practice of law is structured and conducted.
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) was formed in 1971 specifically to support these professionals. ALA's members, now numbering upwards of 10,000 and representing employers in more than 30 countries, are administrators who lead critical areas of law firm management including marketing, human resources, financial business planning and technology.
Our Values
Excellence and Innovation
Empower Legal Professionals Through Diverse Education and Innovative Solutions
Ethical Leadership
Uphold the Highest Standards of Ethical Conduct, Fostering a Culture of Integrity and Professionalism
Connection and Networking
Cultivate Meaningful Connections and Networking Opportunities to Support Professional Growth and Collaboration
Featured Upcoming Events
Mar 18
Annual Law Firm Leadership Luncheon
March 18, 2026
11:30 am
The Firehouse Restaurant, 1112 2nd Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
SVALA Annual Law Firm Leadership Luncheon
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Meet with Business Partners while enjoying hand
passed appetizers and beverages
12:00 pm - Event Introduction
12:05 pm - 1:05 pm - Judy
Hissong - Keynote Speaker from Nesso Strategies (https://nessostrategies.com/)
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm - Coffee, dessert, raffle prizes
As a former professional athlete turned law firm COO, Judy Hissong weaves
stories of her athletic career with the necessary elements of leadership in a
law firm.
- Understand resilience as a key component of well being and competence.
- Examine the role of expectations in creating an ethical environment.
- Recognize structural habits of attention in developing
client service teams and a firm built for long term success.
**CLM Application Credit :: 1 hour
of Self Management
**CLM Functional Specialist
credit :: 1 hour of Human Resources Management
**CLM Recertification credit ::
1 hour of Human Resources Management
Apr 12
2026 ALA National Annual Conference & Expo
April 12, 2026
7:30 am
Gaylord National Harbor, 201 Waterfront Street
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Save the Dates for 2026!
Our members shine at our Annual Conference & Expo! Held every spring, this is our marquee event where 1,000+ legal management professionals and business partners convene for three days of professional development, networking and fun. You'll leave inspired and ready to take on the challenges back at your legal organization.
2026 Annual Conference & Expo
April 12-15, 2026
Gaylord National Harbor
National Harbor, Maryland
Apr 15
April 2026 SVALA Luncheon
April 15, 2026
11:30 am
Piatti, 571 Pavilions Lane
Sacramento, CA 95825
April 2026 SVALA Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
May 20
May 2026 SVALA Luncheon
May 20, 2026
11:30 am
Piatti, 571 Pavilions Lane
Sacramento, CA 95825
May 2026 SVALA Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Jun 17
June 2026 SVALA Luncheon
June 17, 2026
11:30 am
Piatti, 571 Pavilions Lane
Sacramento, CA 95825
June 2026 SVALA Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Feb 24
Community Connection Event: River City Food Bank
February 24, 2026
10:00 am
1800 28th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
Community Connection Event: River City Food Bank
10 AM to 2:00 PM
Feb 18
February 2026 SVALA Luncheon
February 18, 2026
11:30 am
Piatti, 571 Pavilions Lane
Sacramento, CA 95825
Please join us for our February educational luncheon. Our Platinum Business Partner Nationwide Legal will be presenting E-Discovery Fundamentals, speaking on the topic will be Executive Vice President Sam Cho. Learn how to understand core stages of the e-discovery lifecycle, navigate common data sources and preservation obligations, and work effectively with litigation teams.
Please RSVP by accepting your calendar invite.
ALA National Resources
Explore ALA National Resources: Dive into the latest insights with ALA Bold Bites, stay informed with ALA Legal Management Magazine, advance your career with ALA CLM, and enhance your skills through ALA Continuing Education.
Featured Platinum Partnerships
