Serious training delivered with a splash of ridiculous
(ok, maybe it's more like a tidal wave, but you get my drift)
Why ContractsCon is the Best Training Event in the World
Practical training for the work you do all the time
For every mega M&A transaction or financing, there are thousands of regular contracts that companies handle day-in and day-out. This training helps you learn how to do those BETTER with strategies based on best practices used by top lawyers with solid real-world in-house experience.
Have a ton of experience already? This event is perfect for lawyers and professionals with 10+ years of contract experience too. We've added a whole day of training built to teach advanced contract skills. Plus you can connect with your peers and help out the ones earlier on the training path.
Build friendships and connections that last all year
If you went to ContractsCon 2023 of 2024, you know what I'm talking about. This event is not sitting by yourself pretending to work while you play Candy Crush all day. This event is about connecting human-to-human, showing support and kindness as we come to learn and have fun together.
Find out why everyone is raving about!
You don't have to tolerate boring CLE. to learn about contracts. We created ContractsCon to provide a fun atmosphere that supports you learning the best way there is - with silly stories, laughter, and shared joy. Yes, it is possible. Come experience it for yourself. (Disclaimer - If you prefer streaming 1970s detective shows on BritBox, you may not find it that entertaining. Although I could be wrong. Those shows are pretty ridiculous.)
Save My Seat Now!You should attend ContractsCon 2025 if
you want to invest in your career and yourself by improving your job skills
you want to support your team by investing in their skills and development
you know that you will learn more with small group training and interactive learning than a traditional CLE
you believe in the power of connection and how much we all benefit from spending time with old friends and making new ones
Lawyers and contract teams LOVE ContractsCon
ATTENTION: To our knowledge without inquiry, the potato did not attend ContractsCon 2023 or 2024. Any comments by the potato should be disregarded. Those who included the potato's comments on this page have been sacked. We suspect they are in cahoots with the saboteurs of the film credits for Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
There's no other training experience like attending ContractsCon in person.
Join us in person in Las Vegas to experience why so many of our in-person attendees return year after year. We offer practical contract training by sophisticated lawyers who just happen to be wearing ridiculous costumes.
ContractsCon's training focuses on skills and techniques you need to get better at the contracts you work with all the time.
The in-person program in Las Vegas includes 10.5 hours of CLE credit (pending) for no-fluff, to-the-point training that focuses on improving your understanding and skills in dealing with commercial contracts.
JANUARY 22, 2025 (Wednesday)
Gen AI and other advanced technology products
If the machines haven't already removed our free will by then, we'll discuss drafting contracts for advanced AI and technology products. We have five 50-minute training sessions. Each consists of training by the speakers with small group drafting exercises and discussions
- Custom Software and APIs in an AI World
- Drafting Provisions and Policies for Privacy and Legal Compliance
- Open Source Challenges With AI and Advanced Data Products
- Drafting Terms for AI Agents and Cutting-Edge Product Features
- Improve Your Contacts with AI Tools and Products
Wednesday's training also includes two 30-minute small group training sessions on working with contracts and dealing with contracting challenges.
Wednesday Night
The absolutely best night of your entire life - GUARANTEED!*
We'll have activities set up so you can build connections and friendships with other attendees, whether that's riding a mechanical bull, going ziplining, or sitting on a patio enjoying drinks with tiny umbrellas and unnatural colors.
*And yes, you know what we're about to say—more puffery.
JANUARY 23, 2025
(Thursday)
Advanced drafting and negotiation skills
Buckle up! Thursday will focus on drafting and negotiating complex commercial transactions. We have five 50-minute training sessions including small group practical drafting exercises and discussion.
- Advanced Drafting Strategies for Financial Terms
- Negotiating Without a Live Conversation
- What to Draft and Negotiate in Your IP Indemnity
- The Overlap of Covenants, Warranties, and Support Services
- Managing People, Payments and Risks in MSAs
Thursday's training also includes two 30-minute small group training sessions focused on avoiding burnout and managing complexities with your stakeholders.
ContractsCon 2025 Speakers
Stay tuned as we announce more speakers in the weeks ahead.
Nada Alnajafi
Founder @ Contract Nerds; Senior Counsel @ Franklin Templeton
Tiffany Bui LeTourneau
Former Uber AGC, Head of Legal Ecosystem @ Common Paper
Laurie Ehrlich
Chief Legal Officer @ Dioptra
Michelle Fleming
GC @ Bell Techlogix
Kevin Keller
Legal @ Adept AI
Kay (Yun) Lee
Senior Managing Counsel @ Recharge
Gabe Meister
Former GC, Co-Founder @ Meister & Steiner
Sterling Miller
CEO and Senior Counsel @ Hilgers Graben
Marcia Narine Weldon
Director, Transactional Skills Program @ University of Miami School of Law
Jonathan Perkel
General Counsel @ Esusu
Our in-person event features lots of peer-to-peer learning
Download a sample of table exercises from ContractsCon 2024WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Get ready for an unfortgetable stay at The Embassy Suites by Hilton Las Vegas, the ultimate hub and official hotel for ContractsCon 2025
Here's why you'll want to make The Embassy Suites by Hilton Las Vegas your home base during ContractsCon:
Luxurious Two-Room Suites at $209/night
- Enjoy your two-room suite with internet included for just $209/night plus tax with no resort fees!
- These rooms on those nights are going for $468 to $543 per night as of August 25, 2024.
- You can stay up to three days before and after at the same rate (subject to availability).
- Rooms must be booked by December 20, 2024 to get that rate. On December 21, the rooms go to market rate.
Convenient Shuttle to and from ContractsCon
- We are providing a free shuttle before and after the event so you can sit back and relax.
Delicious Complimentary Breakfast and Evening Social
- Start your day with a full buffet and made-to-order breakfast, all included.
- Not going out? Enjoy the hotel's complimentary reception with drinks and snacks from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.
Of course, you can stay wherever you want. ContractsCon takes place in the event space at the University of Nevada Las Vegas Student Union. There are a lot of casino and non-casino options. The event location is only 2 miles from the MGM Grand, New York New York, and Tropicana hotel casinos. Here are some options to choose from.
Hyatt Place Las Vegas
This contemporary hotel has a sophisticated ambiance and is situated just a short distance away from the renowned Las Vegas Strip and a 12 minute walk to UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, outdoor pool, smoke-free areas, and tranquil pet-friendly accommodations.
Virgin Hotel Las Vegas
Prefer to stay at a casino? The Virgin Hotel is a great choice. It's very close to the UNLV Student Union where ContractsCon is held. Rooms have a sliding set of privacy doors that creates two separate areas and lots of amenities.
Announcing the official Music Master of ContractsCon 2025
John Lindsey
of LinkedIn Music Monday song parody fame!!!
John Lindsey is the spirit animal of the contracts community on LinkedIn. That's why I was so thrilled he agreed to be the Music Master of ContractsCon.
He'll be leading the musical fun at ContractsCon, coordinating walk-on music for the speakers and playing the soundtrack at lunch. John is the President of InCite LegalTech, where he helps optimize legal tech and workflows.
Follow this link to LinkedIn so you can follow him. Start every Monday with a song and a smile.
We focus on learning and connecting, not table games and shows
ContractsCon 2025 returns for a second year to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, just two miles from the Vegas Strip. The on-campus setting helps set the tone that we are here to learn from and with each other. The street address is 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154.
Here are some of our favorite moments from ContractsCon 2024
Can't make it to Las Vegas?
NO PROBLEMO
You can attend the ContractsCon virtual program from wherever you are on January 15-16, 2025.
We will bring you all the fun and training!
Our virtual program offers 6 hours of CLE sessions (pending) featuring amazing content and speakers from the in-person Las Vegas program.
Our virtual program is on January 15-16, 2025, from 12 pm to 3:30 pm ET.
