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Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Conference
November 4-7, 2026 About Pre-Law ConferenceThe Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Conference, Mock Trial Competition, and Law Expo is an educational and leadership opportunity where pre-law members meet fellow P.A.D.s, law school representatives from colleges and universities throughout the United States, and vendors including LSAT prep company representatives. The 2026 conference will take place November 4-7, 2026 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel in Alexandria, VA. Conference programming focuses on topics that educate members on leadership development, law school preparation, and current law-related topics and issues. To prepare members for leadership opportunities, a diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility lens is taken into consideration when presentations and content were selected. We also provide time for attendees to sight-see around Washington, D.C. and visit local law schools. Sign Up For UpdatesTentative AgendaTimes listed are Eastern Time. The 2026 Pre-Law Conference agenda will be updated throughout the summer and leading up to the Conference. Please use the agenda outline below to plan your attendance. Mock Trial teams should plan to arrive by noon on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 to begin competing that afternoon. All non-Mock Trial attendees should plan to arrive Thursday, November 5, 2026. Conference sessions will take place Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7. Attendees are welcome to depart the evening of Saturday, November 7 or anytime on Sunday, November 8. 2026 Pre-Law Mock Trial CompetitionMock Trial Captains MeetingBirch
1:30-2:30 PM
One representative per team must attend this meeting. Judges' RoomDogwood
4:30-5:30 PM
Mock Trial Round One5:30-8:00 PM
See Mock Trial Schedule for Specific Room Assignments Breakfast for Mock Trial Participants OnlyPlaza A
8:00-9:00 AM
Judges' RoomDogwood
8:00-9:00 AM
Mock Trial Round Two9:00-11:30 AM
See Mock Trial Schedule for Specific Room Assignments Lunch for Mock Trial Participants OnlyPlaza A
12:00-1:00 PM
Judges' RoomDogwood
12:00-1:00 PM
Mock Trial Round Three1:00-3:30 PM
See Mock Trial Schedule for Specific Room Assignments Conference Attendee Check-InLower Foyer
3:00-6:00 PM
Purple and Gold Welcome PartyPlaza A
6:30-8:00 PM
Connect with P.A.D. Students and Alumni Members BreakfastTerrace
8:00-9:00 AM
General Session - Conference OpeningPlaza B/C
9:00-10:00 AM
Law ExpoLower Foyer
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Law School LuncheonTerrace
12:00-1:00 PM
Featured PresentationPlaza B/C
1:00-2:20 PM
Workshops2:30-3:30 PM
Non-Mock Trial Attendee Free Time to Sightsee3:45-7:30 PM
Mock Trial FinalsMagnolia/Walnut
4:30-7:30 PM
Finalists ReceptionDogwood
7:30-8:30 PM
INVITE ONLY: Top four final teams & those judging finals. Continental BreakfastTerrace
8:00-9:00 AM
Workshops10:15 -11:00 AM
Speaker & Keynote AddressPlaza B/C
11:15 AM-12:15 PM
Awards Luncheon and Conference ClosingTerrace Room
12:30-2:00 PM
Lunch and 2026 Pre-Law Awards Presentations (including Mock Trial) Deadlines & Important DatesWhen planning your attendance, please note these key deadlines and important dates for the 2026 Pre-Law Conference in mind:
RegistrationPlease note our Member Rate pricing schedule (this is only applicable to the member rate; non-member rates and Mock Trial fees are not included in tiered pricing):
MEMBER $399
NON-MEMBER $450
FACULTYFREE
MOCK TRIAL TEAM $175
LAW EXPO VENDOR $400
Fee WaiversFor the 2026 Conference, we will once again offer one registration fee waiver per active chapter, meaning your chapter can select a member to register for free. After registration opens, chapter should decide which member of the chapter will use the fee waiver and email the name of that person to prelaw@pad.org. This fee waiver only covers the P.A.D. registration fee, not hotel room costs or other travel expenses. Chapter officers must decide which member of the chapter will use the registration fee waiver and email the name of that person to prelaw@pad.org by October 7, 2026. Contact the Executive Office at prelaw@pad.org for more information on registering a member for free. Payment PlansWe also offer deferred payment options and interest-free and customizable payment plans to students/chapters that wish go to the Conference. Plans are incredibly flexible in terms of due dates and amounts. Enroll in a Pre-Law Conference payment plan here. Contact xena@pad.org with payment plan questions. Attendance GrantsPhi Alpha Delta offers a limited number of grants for students to attend our annual Pre-Law Conference. To apply, students must be a current P.A.D. pre-law student member in good standing planning to attend the 2026 Pre-Law Conference Apply for a Pre-Law Conference Grant by midnight Pacific Time on Monday, September 14, 2026. Download Fundraising Guide Download Sample Funding Letter  The Hilton Alexandria Mark CenterWe have secured a discounted rate of $179/night for Pre-Law Conference. This applies to both Single King and Double Queen rooms; rooms may host up to four people. The booking link will be available when registration opens, but chapters should note that the deadline to book a room is Monday, October 5, 2026. You will not be able to book at the discounted rate after this date. Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International formally acknowledges the land of Indigenous peoples on which the 2026 Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Conference is located. Read the full land acknowledgement statement. Learn MoreLaw ExpoThe Law Expo portion of the P.A.D. Pre-Law Conference is host to law schools, law school prep, and LSAT/test prep companies. The expo is designed to help students make an educated decision about pursuing a legal degree and law career through one-on-one meetings, booth visitation, giveaways, presentations, and more. Many law schools offer application fee waivers to conference attendees only. In 2025, we welcomed over 80 law schools, LSAT prep companies, and other vendors to the Law Expo, and we look forward to doing so again this year. More information about the Expo for the 2026 Conference, including vendor registration, will be available in Spring 2026. If you have any questions about the Expo, contact Andrew Sagan at andrew@pad.org. Pre-Law Mock Trial CompetitionThe Pre-Law Mock Trial Competition is an annual competition held in conjunction with Pre-Law Conference. Teams of four from P.A.D. pre-law chapters across the country compete for first through fourth place, with additional honors for Outstanding Attorney and Outstanding Witness. The competition is judged by volunteer lawyers and judges (both P.A.D. alumni and non-members). All competitors must be P.A.D. pre-law members. Up to fourteen (14) teams will be accepted for the 2026 Competition. Registration for the 2026 Competition will open in Spring 2026. If you have questions about the Competition, please contact leslie@pad.org, or (410) 347-3118. 
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