Program Schedule

October 16-18, 2025 in New York City

Wiley A. Branton Issues Symposium
Program at a Glance

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Location: Westin, 270 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036

11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m | NBA Board of Governors Meeting

Gathering of the NBA’s leadership to set vision and direction for the year ahead.

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | Welcome to New York Reception

Sponsored by Thomson Reuters
Location: Thomson Reuters, 3 Times Square, New York, NY 10036
A vibrant kickoff celebration bringing together lawyers, judges, and corporate leaders.

Friday, October 17, 2025

Location: Well& by Durst, 151 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036

8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. | Networking Breakfast

Start the day connecting with colleagues across industries

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | Presidential Showcase: Wealth Building Roundtable

From Equity to Generational Prosperity: Civil Rights, Capital, and the New Economy
Sponsored by McDonald’s
A high-level conversation on equity, opportunity, and wealth-building for the future.

10:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Morning Breakout Sessions (3 Tracks)

Choose from targeted programming designed for your practice focus.

NBA General Counsel Invitational

CLE Session I: Strategic Stewardship - Giving & Getting Business as a General Counsel
Explore the art and politics of law firm engagement, internal budgeting, and building reciprocal relationships while advancing supplier diversity goals.
CLE Session II: Executive Orders & Legal Earthquakes - Remaining Grounded While Leading Boldly
This session will equip attendees with a practical toolkit to navigate the evolving federal regulatory landscape with authenticity and strategic clarity.
CLE Session III: Beyond the Boardroom: Love, Wealth & Legacy for the Black General Counsel
This powerful session explores how Black General Counsels can intentionally align their personal, financial, and professional lives to secure their legacy. From navigating complex family dynamics—such as prenuptial agreements, blended families, and caregiving responsibilities—to diversifying investment portfolios, protecting real property, and creating intergenerational wealth through estate and trust planning, this session offers holistic guidance on thriving beyond the boardroom. Attendees will leave with strategies for safeguarding their assets, honoring their values, and sustaining their influence for generations to come.
NBA Labor and Employment Section
- CLE Session I: Hot Topics in Workplace Law
- CLE Session II: Litigation Trends & Compliance Challenges
- CLE Session III: Future of Work: AI, Equity & Employee Rights
NBA Real Property, Trusts and Estates Section
- CLE Session I: Innovations in Real Estate & Development
- CLE Session II: Estate Planning in a Shifting Economy
- CLE Session III: Legacy, Wealth, and Trusts for the Next Generation

1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. | NBA Bequest Review & Networking Lunch

All tracks come together to share insights and build connections.

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Joint CLE with Labor & Employment Section, Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section

CLE Session IV: Future-Proofing Your Practice: Employment Law Hot Topics
From AI in hiring to DEI backlash, this session explores the legal, political, and cultural trends shaping the workplace and what General Counsels need to know now.

2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Afternoon Breakout Tracks

5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

Invite-Only: General Counsel Invitational Closing Dinner
Sponsored by Troutman Pepper Locke
Attendee Dine Arounds – curated small-group dinners across NYC

7:00 p.m. – Broadway Night

NBA Goes to Broadway – enjoy select shows with fellow attendees.

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Location: Well& by Durst, 151 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036

8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | Presidential Showcase

10:10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Morning Breakout Tracks

Labor & Employment Section
Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section

12:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. | Wiley A. Branton Awards Luncheon

A signature NBA tradition honoring leaders advancing justice, civil rights, and economic equity.

2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Afternoon Breakout Sessions