2015 Fall Conference & Celebration of Fellows
October 7-9, 2015
Charleston, South Carolina
- Overview
- Hotel Accomodations
- Conference Information
- Faculty
- CLE
- Available Sponsorship Opportunities
- Travel
- Spa
The 2015 Fall Conference & Celebration of Fellows will be held October 7-9 at Belmond Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. The conference is designed for Fellows of the Litigation Counsel of America to enhance their already superior trial skills, to address practical issues and topics challenging litigators in today’s changing legal environment, and to afford each individual the opportunity to hear from and interact with some of North America’s finest trial and appellate lawyers.
Participants will be provided with many of the necessary tools for continued success and expertise in trial techniques, evidence presentation, courtroom technology, case evaluations, marketing, as well as negotiations and alternative dispute resolution. New Fellows of the LCA will be formally inducted into the society during the black tie Celebration of Fellows Gala on Thursday, October 8. The conference will give Fellows the opportunity to network with other distinguished attorneys from across North America, earn CLE credit and enjoy the beauty and elegance of the Holy City.
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
Mixing a mild climate with Southern character, Charleston is a unique slice of American heaven. Charleston is located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, midway between Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island. It offers visitors beautiful beaches, salt marshes, quaint streets and fortified ports.
For the fourth year, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler have voted Charleston the #1 U.S. City. Known for rich history, well-preserved architecture, a celebrated restaurant community and mannerly people, the city also ranked #2 in the World by Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Historic Downtown Charleston sits on a peninsula a stone’s throw from the Atlantic Ocean and is one of the best-preserved cities in the American South.
Located at the very heart of downtown Charleston, in the historic district and within walking distance of all the major attractions, Belmond Charleston Place makes every guest feel part of this great Southern city. A gathering point for local society, this luxury hotel blends gentility and old-world charm with a leading-edge spa and innovative cuisine. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the rooftop pool, dining in the award-winning Charleston Grill and browsing the exclusive boutiques without having to leave the hotel.
While you are in the area, take advantage of the world-class golf and over 65 miles of pristine beaches as close as 10 minutes from the hotel. Be sure to visit the historic Charleston City Market, the charming antique stores, galleries, museums, gardens and historic monuments, or enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride. Incredible dining and sophisticated shops are within walking distance from Belmond Charleston Place.
A limited number of discounted hotel rooms have been made available for this conference. In order to obtain the group rate, please contact the hotel directly no later than Tuesday, September 8, 2015, at 800.831.3490. Please specify the LCA’s 2015 Fall Conference & Celebration of Fellows to take advantage of the following group rate:
- $325* Run of House
*Rates are subject to a $1.00 destination marketing fee plus state and local taxes, currently totaling 13.5%. There will be an additional charge of $25.00 for a third person sharing a double room. Children under 18 years of age may share the same room with parents at no additional charge. Please note rollaway beds are not available.
Guest accommodations will be available at 4:00 PM on arrival day and reserved until 12:00 PM on departure day.
The hotel offers the following to LCA conference attendees:
- Complimentary wireless internet in guest rooms
- 24-hour Room Service
- Complimentary turndown service
- Complimentary delivery of USA Today daily
- Use of the hotel’s breathtaking “horizon-edged” pool and state of the art workout facility
Rates will be honored three (3) days pre and post-conference, based on availability at time of reservation. Rooms and rates on pre and post-conference dates are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Making your reservation early is strongly suggested. If room block capacity is reached on or before September 8, 2015, the LCA rate will not be guaranteed and may no longer be available. Any requests for special room arrangements must be made at the time of the call.
If you are unable to reserve your room prior to Tuesday, September 8, please contact Jessica Sullivan at Jessica.Sullivan@litcounsel.org or 212.724.4128 to be placed on a waiting list in the event of a cancellation.
Please familiarize yourself with Belmond Charleston Place’s cancellation policy as the LCA is not responsible for any cancellation fees or other hotel charges. When reservations are made, a deposit equal to the first night’s room rate and taxes is required. The deposit is fully refundable if cancellation is made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled date of arrival. A failure to cancel the reservation prior to day of arrival will result in a cancellation fee for the full length of stay. Departure dates are reconfirmed at check in. An early departure fee of one night will be assessed unless the hotel is provided 24 hour advance notice of an earlier departure.
Click here to view the conference agenda.
Click here to view the attendee list.
Click here to view a hotel map with room names and corresponding events.
Approximately 9 hours of MCLE credit has been or will be requested, including at least 1 hour of ethics credit. Certificates of Attendance will be provided to each attendee.
If you have any questions regarding MCLE credit, please contact Julia Land at Julia.Land@litcounsel.org or 212.724.4128.
Belmond Charleston Place is located approximately 15 minutes from the Charleston International Airport.
Please click here for directions to the hotel and parking information.
The Spa at Belmond Charleston Place has been specially designed to be an oasis of calm, providing the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. Renew your spirit and rejuvenate your body with our range of indulgent treatments—everything from Deep Tissue Massage to the deliciously satisfying Magnolia Blossom Body Scrub.
Click here to view the Spa menu or to reserve an appointment. Due to the demand for the hotel’s state-of-the-art spa facilities, you are strongly encouraged to make arrangements in advance. Please call The Spa directly at 843.937.8522 for same day appointments.
