Conferences, Trainings, and Events

Be part of a powerful day of action with the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) to educate members of Congress and their staff of the importance of government support for access to healthcare, housing, education, and other government services to their constituent communities. 

Frontline Justice will host a community justice workers pre-conference on May 11, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. This convening will provide the opportunity for shared learning, meaningful exchanges, and to hear firsthand from those on the frontlines who are providing this important help.

The ABA/NLADA Equal Justice Conference is an annual gathering of legal services and pro bono advocates to share and learn about developments and innovations in providing legal services to low-income persons.

This year, we're gathering at Brooklyn Law School from June 16–18 to explore how collective support and shared expertise fuel our fight for justice.

NLADA will be hosting its Litigation and Advocacy Leaders Conference this summer in Cincinnati, OH on Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10.

NASAMS Third Thursday Trainings are monthly presentations where we feature experts in various criminal justice disciplines.

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) Exemplar Awards honors members of the corporate counsel and private law firm communities that demonstrate outstanding l

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) invites proposals for sessions at the 2026 NLADA Annual Conference, the national convening of public defenders, civil legal aid practitioners, and client and community advocates from across the country.