21st Annual Employment Law Seminar

21st Annual Employment Law Seminar

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Location: Kinected Coworking

Stay ahead of today’s evolving workplace challenges by joining us for this timely and comprehensive Employment Law Seminar. Designed for professionals responsible for managing people, policies, and compliance, this full-day program delivers practical guidance, current legal updates, and real-world strategies to help organizations remain proactive in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.

Topics Include:

Immigration & I-9 Compliance
Current enforcement trends, compliance triggers, employee rights, and potential individual liability, including best practices for I-9 and E-Verify.

Employee Handbook Considerations
Key handbook elements under current NLRB guidance, with an interactive lunch discussion and moderated conversation.

Intersections of Leave
Managing overlapping leave situations involving ADA, leaves of absence, unlimited PTO, and remote work arrangements.

AI & Technology in Talent Acquisition
Using technology and AI in candidate screening, along with policies HR must prioritize to ensure compliance and fairness.

“Woke Up & Smell the Coffee” – Affirmative Action & DEI
What organizations should and should not be doing related to DEI and affirmative action planning in today’s legal environment.

Employees vs. Independent Contractors
Misclassification risks, compliance concerns, and practical guidance for proper worker classification.

The Future of the NLRA
Expected changes and implications for employers in the year ahead.

Target Audience

This seminar is ideal for:

• Human Resources professionals at all levels

• In-house counsel and legal professionals

• Company leadership and executives

• Managers and supervisors involved in employee relations, policy enforcement, or compliance

• Business owners seeking to reduce risk and stay informed on employment law developments

Participants will leave with actionable insights and practical tools to support compliance, mitigate risk, and strengthen workplace practices.