Spring Training

Why Attend?

Enjoy the focus of a subject matter-focused training with the networking and resource opportunities of a large conference. This year's Spring Training, the first in the annual NCLC/NACA Consumer Law Education Event (CLEE) series, is divided into the three-track main conference, with two post-conference intensives and a trial skills workshop.

Spring Training Main Conference: April 30-May 1

FCRA: Creating a New Generation of FCRA Leaders
Finance Fraud
Consumer Protections for Tenants

*You may focus in one track, or jump between sessions of other tracks.

Spring Training Post-Conference Intensives and Workshop: May 2-3

Class Action Intensive
EFTA Intensive
Trial Skills Workshop

*The format of the Trial Skills Workshop does not facilitate shifting between sessions of the workshop and other intensives.

Join colleagues and leaders in the community for in-depth, skill-based training and networking events full of opportunities to learn, build relationships, and expand your network of fellow consumer attorneys!

All track sessions will be eligible for CLE credit. Attendees will also receive access to two free archived NACA webinars and discounts on NCLC Publications. Session materials will be available to download in the Conference App.

The NCLC/NACA Consumer Law Educational Events Series includes the nation’s preeminent in-person conferences and trainings for consumer attorneys, produced by National Consumer Law Center and the National Association of Consumer Advocates. The CLEES provides comprehensive training regarding critical issues in consumer law, including the latest developments and trends; strategies and tactics for effectively representing your clients; and opportunities to network with and learn from the leaders in the field.

Promote Your Company at CLEES Events!

Become a sponsor or exhibitor to connect with attorneys and demonstrate your support of the practice of consumer law!

Review the Sponsorship Prospectus for opportunities and contact [email protected].

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Important Dates

Registration Opens

February 2, 2026

End of Early Bird Registration

March 20, 2026

Last Day to Register Online

April 15, 2026

All Important Dates

Registration Rates

	Main Conference OR Intensive		Main Conference + Intensive
	Early Bird	Standard	Early Bird	Standard
Private Attorney - Non-NACA Member	$1,109	$1299	$1,899	$2,229
Private Attorney - NACA Member	$829	$979	$1419	$1,669
Private Attorney - "Next Generation" (<5 yrs. exp.)	$549	$649	$949	$1,109
Government Attorney (inc. AAGs)	$829	$979	$1,419	$1,669
Non-Profit Advocate/Attorney	$829	$979	$1,419	$1669
Academic (inc. Law Professors)	$829	$979	$1,419	$1,669
Legal Aid Attorney	$549	$649	$949	$1,109
Legal Aid Attorney - NACA Member	$439	$519	$759	$889
Law Student	$219	$259	$379	$449
	Trial Skills Workshop Only		Trial Skills Workshop Add-On to Main Conference
NACA Member/Legal Aid/Gov't/Academic	$829	$979	$710	$830
Private Attorney - Non-NACA Member	$1,109	$1,299	$950	$1,110

Eligibility

Spring Training is open to all NACA members and qualified nonmembers, including legal aid, government, nonprofit attorneys, and expert witnesses, among others. Registrations from nonmembers will be vetted to ensure that the registrant does not advocate for lenders, creditors, dealers, businesses, or parties whose interests may be antagonistic to consumers. NACA and NCLC reserves the right to refuse or cancel all ineligible registrations at any time and shall not be held accountable for any outside fees associated with cancellation. If you are a non-NACA member private practice attorney and attending the conference for the first time, please allow at least fifteen (15) business days after you submit your registration to allow for verification of your certification. Do NOT make your travel plans until your registration has been confirmed. If you have questions about this please email membership @consumeradvocates.org. (Non-attorneys who wish to attend should email NACA as well at [email protected] with information about your occupation and interest in attending the conference).

Scholarships and Financial Assistance

Support is available for NACA members, and military and JAG attorneys to attend session tracks at Spring Training.

NACA members, military and JAG attorneys should send a brief summary of your role serving consumers and how you would apply the training to your work to [email protected] to receive funding.

In addition, 50% registration rate discounts for all Legal Aid attorneys and private attorneys with less than five years of experience (the “Next Generation” of consumer champions) are guaranteed through NCLC’s Campaign for the Future, and provided by its generous supporters, cy pres awards, the CapitalOne Impact Initiative, and individual donors who make scholarship fund donations. This scholarship opportunity automatically lowers the cost of attendance when registering for the conference.

If you would like to donate to the scholarship fund, you will have an opportunity during registration.

Press and Recording Policy

Conference proceedings are off the record and for background only. Personal electronic recording of sessions is prohibited. For press inquiries, please contact Michelle Deakin at [email protected].

Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy

NCLC and NACA are committed to a safe conference environment for everyone that emphasizes mutual respect and inclusion for all attendees. We expect all attendees to follow our Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy, which provides a process for reporting and investigation. Information will be available in the conference app and in follow-up communication to registrants.

Cancellations, Refunds, and Changes to Registration

Refunds are only available in cases of personal or family emergencies. All cancellations will be charged a cancellation fee of $75 until March 20th, 2026. After March 20th the cancellation fee will be $150 and only available in cases of personal or family emergencies. Registrations can be transferred at no cost to another NACA member and/or an eligible participant. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Spring Training 2026