Milestone Anniversary for Industry Gathering
The law firm Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP announced the 30th Annual Labor & Employment Seminar, scheduled for September 29, 2026. This day-long event takes place at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. Doors open at 8:30 AM and proceedings conclude by 5:00 PM CST. This gathering serves as a focal point for human resources leaders, in-house counsel, and business owners looking to interpret shifting regulatory frameworks.
Thirty years represents a significant duration for any professional educational series. The program aims to bridge the gap between high-level legislative changes and the daily operations of legal departments. Attendees gain access to specific tactics regarding risk management and the mitigation of workplace litigation.
Core Sessions and Educational Tracks
The curriculum features a mix of broad overviews and specialized technical sessions. The day begins with the Labor & Employment Law Year in Review. This session provides a snapshot of major legal and regulatory shifts that impacted employers over the preceding twelve months. It functions as the foundational block for the rest of the conference.
Specific technical sessions include an ERISA Compliance Check, which targets SECURE 2.0 regulations and general employee benefit plan requirements. Another session, titled What is Happening in the Agencies, examines how federal and state enforcement bodies prioritize their current initiatives. This is critical for businesses operating in states with varying labor enforcement rigor.
Participants also encounter a session called The Baker’s Dozen. This presentation identifies thirteen trending or emerging legal problems currently found in the workplace. It presents best practices for handling these issues before they escalate into formal claims. The content remains grounded in practical application rather than theoretical debate.
Interactive Engagement and Registration Details
Networking remains a primary objective of the seminar. The Advice on Tap session returns by popular demand. This event occurs in a reception setting where participants engage directly with Hinshaw attorneys. It allows for an informal dialogue regarding specific workplace challenges that attendees may feel uncomfortable raising in a formal setting.
Registration options include several price tiers based on organizational type and attendance history. Early-bird pricing is accessible until September 5, 2026. Attendees who register by this date using code 2026LEEBD pay 200 dollars per person. Standard registration costs 250 dollars.
Special provisions exist for specific groups. Not-for-profit organizations and government entities qualify for a 30 percent discount, bringing the rate to 175 dollars per person. Hinshaw also offers a referral program where existing attendees can bring a colleague who has never participated in the seminar. If the repeat attendee pays the full rate, the first-time attendee receives a 50 percent discount. These discounts require contacting Hinshaw Events before finalizing payment.
The Wider Context of Labor Law Education
Legal education programs like this have become more vital as state and federal labor laws diverge. For thirty years, firms have used these platforms to demonstrate expertise while providing actionable value to their clients. The Renaissance Schaumburg facility will host the event for the duration of the day.
Industry observers suggest that the current volatility in labor enforcement makes these gatherings essential for business continuity. Compliance is not static. As legal landscapes fluctuate, the ability to engage with practicing attorneys in person becomes a hedge against institutional risk. Attendees who reserve their spots early are expected to represent a cross-section of the Midwestern business sector.