Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association upcoming events

Thursday Night Social- Kick Off the Annual Conference & Retreat (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to kick off the Annual Conference & Retreat with a relaxed Thursday evening social designed to bring together members of the paralegal and legal community. This is the perfect opportunity to connect, build meaningful professional relationships, and enjoy great conversation—we’d love to see you there!

Join us for a relaxed social with light bites, refreshing drinks, and great company.

Location: The Woodlands Resort at The Spruce
Attire: Casual Attire

Click here to visit The Woodlands Resort

Click here to register

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

Cancellation/No Show Policy:

Due to the contractual requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made in writing no later than 12 PM August 28, 2026.

Cancellations must be in writing and emailed to hmpa.office@gmail.com. Any cancellations not made by the deadline will be non-refundable. Any payment pending for a registrant who does not attend the event will be charged the registration fee. Any questions regarding this policy should be directed to hmpa.office@gmail.com. Thank you for your cooperation.

Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Click here to visit The Woodlands Resort and its amenities.

Click here to book and view room accommodations.

Rooms are limited.

Learn about Line-Up:

Greg Kondritz
Executive VP, Business Affairs and General Counsel – Houston Texans
Marilyn Burgess
Harris County District Clerk
Leslie Turnage, J.D., M.B.A.
Attorney at Law
Chandler Raine
First Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney’s Office
Tony Buzbee
National Trial Lawyer, Buzbee Law Firm
George Edwards, lll
Partner at E dwards Sutarwalla Samani LLP

Register here for the Kick-Off Thursday Social!
Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

Register here for the Friday Denim and Diamonds Celebration!

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

HMPA Hotel Reservation Payment Responsibility Policy:

Hotel accommodations are reserved directly with The Woodlands Resort and are subject to the hotel’s individual reservation policies, terms, and payment requirements.

HMPA does not process, manage, guarantee, or assume responsibility for hotel reservations. HMPA is not responsible for any deposits, balances, room charges, incidental charges, service fees, taxes, gratuities, cancellation fees, no-show charges, or any other amounts owed to the hotel.

All payment obligations related to hotel accommodations are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the member/guest who registers and/or makes the reservation.

The member/guest is fully responsible for:

All room and lodging charges

Room service and incidental expenses

Service charges and gratuities

Taxes and hotel-imposed fees

Reservation changes or modifications

Any and all cancellation or no-show fees

Any outstanding balance or disputed charges with the hotel

Failure to cancel a reservation in accordance with the hotel’s cancellation policy may result in charges that remain the sole responsibility of the member/guest.

If you need to change or cancel your reservation, please contact the hotel directly and follow their cancellation policy.

Acknowledgment

By registering, you're acknowledging:
I understand that I am responsible for my hotel reservation and any related charges. I agree that HMPA is not responsible for hotel payments or disputes.

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Thank you to our Sponsors:

Cancellation/No Show Policy:

Due to the contractual requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made in writing no later than 12 PM August 28, 2026.

Sponsor Registration - Marketing Table for Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Dear Sponsors and Affiliate Members,

We are excited to announce that sponsorship opportunities are now available for our 2026 Annual Conference & Retreat, taking place on Friday, September 18, 2026, at The Woodlands Resort.

This year’s event will be expanded to include three networking opportunities: Reminder: Vendors must register/sign up for the socials to attend the events- no extra cost)

With an anticipated attendance of 200+ paralegals from both in-house legal departments and law firms, this event an excellent opportunity to showcase your services and connect directly with decision-makers in the legal community.

Sponsorship Benefits

Marketing table at the conference on Friday, September 18, 2026
Inclusion of a full-page color ad in the course manual distributed to all attendees
Sponsor spotlight introduction during the conference
Marketing recognition on HMPA’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), website, and weekly eBlast (2,000+ recipients)
Recognition in HMPA’s Burden of Proof Newsletter
Copy of the attendee registration list
Breakfast and lunch for one (1) representative
Opportunity to provide a door prize for drawing during the conference
Access to both Thursday and Friday social events at The Woodlands Resort

Sponsorship Options & Fees

Affiliate Member Sponsorship (Standard Marketing Table):

$850 (current Affiliate Members only)

Non-Member Sponsorship:

$1,050

Affiliate Sponsorship: Includes one (1) representative only, unless additional tickets are purchased at $100 per representative. (Sponsorship fee does not include door prize.)

$150.00

Affiliate Membership Information

Affiliate Membership dues are $150 annually (January 1 – December 31).

Benefits include:

Inclusion in HMPA’s online Sponsor-Vendor Directory (publicly accessible)
Access to HMPA’s Membership Directory (400+ members)
Discounted rates for CLE luncheons, webinars and other events
Advertising and networking opportunities through weekly eBlasts, social media, newsletter recognition, website advertising, and Job Bank postings
Discounted sponsorship opportunities throughout the year

Outside of the Annual Conference, HMPA also hosts CLE webinars, quarterly in-person CLEs, social events, a holiday party, and career/technology-focused programming, providing year-round visibility opportunities.

To secure your sponsorship or become an Affiliate Member, please visit:
https://houstonparalegals.org/

Space is limited for this event; several tables have already been reserved.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a call to learn more, please contact hmpa.office@gmail.com.

We look forward to partnering with you for another successful conference.

Sincerely,
HMPA Board of Directors

Due to requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made no later than 12 PM on August 28, 2026

Denim and Diamonds Friday Celebration (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

We are excited to invite you to Denim & Diamonds , the closing celebration of this year’s Annual Conference.

Join us for an evening of networking, reflection, and celebration as we wrap up a successful conference.

Come join us for delicious bites, a refreshing drink, and a great time! Enjoy awesome music from our DJ and hit the floor for some fun line dancing.

Location: The Woodlands Resort at The Glass
Attire: Business casual with a touch of sparkle
(Denim encouraged)

Register Now to secure your spot.

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.