Fellows Events at the 2026 Midyear Meeting in San Antonio
A $30 registration fee is required and helps cover administrative costs associated with the Midyear Meeting
Early registration: Tickets are discounted through January 16
ABF Fellows On-Site Registration Hours:
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
600 E. Market Street
3:00PM – 5:30 PM (Wednesday, February 4)
7:30AM – 5:00PM (Thursday, February 5 – Friday, February 6)
7:30 AM-5:00 PM (Saturday, February 7)
8:00 AM-2:00 PM (Sunday, February 8)
Friday, February 6
Fellows CLE Program
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Henry B. González Convention Center
900 E. Market Street
“The Supreme Court and the Second Trump Administration”
The ABA will seek 1.5 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 1.8 hours of CLE credit for this program in 50-minute states.. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. Please visit www.americanbar.org/mcle for general information on CLE at the ABA. (CLE Requested. You must be registered for the ABA Midyear Meeting to receive CLE credit)
This program will examine the Supreme Court’s performance at the one-year mark of President Trump’s second term. The conversation will explore initial concerns regarding potential executive branch resistance to Court rulings and how those concerns have evolved. We will also consider the Court’s use of its “shadow docket,” as well as several significant cases already before the Court, including matters involving tariffs and the President’s removal of the heads of independent agencies.
This program will feature a panel discussion with:
- Christopher W. Schmidt – American Bar Foundation Research Professor, Professor of Law, Co-Director of the Institute on the U.S. Supreme Court, Chicago-Kent College of Law
- Paul M. Smith – Senior Advisor, Campaign Legal Center
70th Annual Fellows Awards Reception and Banquet
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Mission Concepción (807 Mission Road)
Round Trip Shuttle from Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
Join us for a festive evening as we celebrate and honor lawyers and scholars who have made extraordinary contributions to the legal profession and society.
Outstanding Service Award: William C. Hubbard
Outstanding Scholar Award: Rachel F. Moran
Outstanding State Chair Award: Stephen A. Bain and Joi G. Kush, Colorado State Chairs
Featuring keynote remarks from Innocence Project exoneree and author of
“The Jailhouse Lawyer,” Calvin Duncan, Founder and Director of Light of Justice and Orleans Parish Criminal Clerk of Court
The Fellows gratefully recognize Awards Banquet Gold Sponsor
and Awards Banquet Silver Sponsor
Saturday, February 7
Fellows Tour: Go Rio San Antonio River Cruise
9:45 AM – 11:00 AM
This narrated cruise in takes you on an enchanting journey through San Antonio’s rich history, from La Villita, the city’s first neighborhood past the Old Mill Crossing where Teddy Roosevelt led his Rough Riders. You’ll learn about the city’s architecture and points of interest such as Selena’s Bridge and The Briscoe Western Art Museum, as well as fascinating facts about the city’s history. For instance, did you know that the Hyatt Regency Hotel was designed so its height would not cast a shadow on the Alamo in the setting sun? Come along on the Fellows Tour to learn more about our host city!
Fellows Reception
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Boudro’s Texas Bistro on the Riverwalk (421 E. Commerce)
Join us for an evening filled with music, food, friends, and fun on the iconic San Antonio Riverwalk. Guests will be greeted with margaritas and enjoy a menu featuring South Texas flavors while enjoying views overlooking the heart of the city’s most popular destination.
The Fellows gratefully recognize Fellows Reception Silver Sponsor
Sunday, February 8
Fellows Sing-Along
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
The Fellows gratefully recognize Sing-Along Event Sponsor
Jo Ann Engelhardt, Benefactor Fellow