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Welcome to the 2020 TBA Virtual Convention

TBA Virtual Convention

The 2020 TBA Annual Convention, originally scheduled to take place in-person in Knoxville, is being converted to an all virtual, FREE event for members of the TBA. The conference will take place entirely online during the week of June 15. Highlights of the conference include: roundtable discussions on issues affecting law firm managing shareholders, in-house counsel, general and solo practitioners, and diversity and inclusion in the practice of law; eight hours of free CLE, including a legislative update from members of the Tennessee General Assembly; law school alumni mixers; and a program celebrating the ratification of the 19th Amendment featuring award-winning author Elaine Weiss. The annual Lawyers Luncheon, featuring the passing of the gavel from President Sarah Sheppeard to Michelle Greenway Sellers, will be accessible to registrants and also live streamed on Facebook and YouTube.

Register online now!

Schedule of Events

Tune in for activities every day during the week of June 15-19. Along with TBA business meetings, there will be CLE programs, roundtable discussions, wellness activities and networking events.
CLE Programming

Eight hours of FREE CLE programming is available to all TBA Virtual Convention registrants. Take as many or as few hours as you like.
Roundtable Discussions

Join your colleagues for lively and stimulating discussions Monday through Thursday afternoon on a variety of topics related to your practice and the profession.
Entertainment

Take a break from the serious stuff Thursday evening to enjoy your choice of music options during the TBA Virtual Convention. We have two listening rooms set up so you can choose the track that fits your tastes and your mood.
Awards

The Tennessee Bar Association presents a number of annual awards at its Convention. This year they will be presented at the Virtual Lawyer's Lunch on Thursday, from 12 - 1:30 p.m. CDT / 1 - 2:30 p.m. EDT. Learn more about the recipients.

Wellness Activities

Whether you need a quick workout to get going in the morning or a stimulating CLE program to help you become "Better Right Now," the TBA Virtual Convention has something for you.
Our Sponsors

Sponsors have helped make this a FREE program for Tennessee lawyers. Show your appreciation by visiting their virtual exhibit booths.
Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Join the hunt and learn a little bit more about the fight for women's suffrage and about the sponsors that are helping make this year's Convention possible.
Governance

The TBA's governing bodies will be in session throughout the week, highlighted by the all-member Annual Meeting and installation of incoming president Michelle Greenway Sellers.
19th Amendment Anniversary

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. Tennessee was the pivotal state in the ratification process. Learn more about the amendment and find additional resources concerning the struggle to win its passage.