ABOUT ALA

Creating excellence. Driving innovation. Empowering leaders in law.

ALA serves as the epicenter where legal minds converge not only to meet, but also master the challenges on the next horizon in the ever-evolving landscape of the business of law.

Where Legal Minds Meet and Master the Next Horizon

With a global reach boasting at nearly 9,000 members across 80+ chapters and spanning over 28 countries.

At the heart of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) lies a commitment to serve and empower legal professionals worldwide. Established in 1971, ALA was founded with the primary objective of offering support to individuals engaged in managing law firms, corporate legal departments and government legal agencies.

ALA stands as the premier professional association within the legal industry. Our dedication is to connect leaders and managers, providing them with a comprehensive suite of resources. Through ALA, members access extensive professional development opportunities, engage in collaborative peer communities, leverage strategic operational solutions and forge invaluable business partnerships.

2026 Planning Project Team

ALA’s 2026 Annual Conference & Expo Planning Project Team focuses on setting the educational content and enhancing the attendee experience offerings held during the conference.

Andrea L. Myers
CLM, Chair

Timothy L. Barker
CLM

Donna Bustos

Kelly Hess

Katherine Mary Hubbard
CLM

Dea McCart
MSLA

Laura T. Sears
CLM

Laura R. Wickliff
PHR, SHRM-CP

 ALA’s 2026 Annual Conference & Expo
April 12–15 | National Harbor, Maryland

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