2026 ELLU CONFERENCE

Employment + Labor
Law Update

Two days of practical legal guidance for HR professionals, corporate counsel, supervisors, and business owners. Presented by Catapult & Ogletree Deakins.

Presented in partnership with

Ogletree Deakins

Limited Time Offer
$449
Member Early Bird
Save through June 30, 2026
👨‍⚕️2-Day In-Person Conference
🍴Lunch Included
The 2026 Lineup

Real Sessions. Memorable Names.

Thirteen attorney-led sessions across two days. The titles are fun — the takeaways are all business.

Day One · Session 01

The Results Are In

Key takeaways from Ogletree’s client benchmarking survey

Day One · Session 02

Digital Footprints

The intersection of technology and workplace investigations

Day One · Session 03

From Audit to Raid

Managing immigration enforcement risks at the worksite

Day One · Session 04

I Knew You Were Trouble

Managing, documenting & surviving the challenging employee

Day One · Session 05

Whistle While We Work

A whistleblower primer for HR leaders

Day One · Session 06

Smooth Transitions

Restrictive covenants & confidential info in on/off-boarding

Day One · Session 07

AI Legal Pulse

Essential AI updates for employers

Day Two · Session 01

Remote Work Accommodation Requests

Can you get employees back in the office?

Day Two · Session 02

Disciplining Employees Who’ve Filed Complaints

…without inviting retaliation claims

Day Two · Session 03

“Leave” Nothing to Chance

The ultimate checklist for leaves, accommodations & benefit-plan compliance

Day Two · Session 04

Party/Lawsuit in the USA

Managing risk from off-site & social events

Day Two · Session 05

Annual Handbook Hoedown

Key handbook updates for employers

Day Two · Session 06

Stump the Lawyers

Live Q&A panel with Ogletree Deakins attorneys

13 sessions · two days · hover to pause
CHOOSE YOUR LOCATION

Two Locations.
One Powerful Conference.

Choose the date and city that works best for you. Both events deliver the same expert-led content, networking, and practical legal guidance.

CHARLOTTE, NC
August 6–7, 2026
SEATS
585
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM both days
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Harris Conference Center
3216 CPCC Harris Campus Dr.
Charlotte, North Carolina 28208
PRICING
Member Early Bird (by 6/30)$449
Non-Member Early Bird (by 6/30)$549
Member$599
Non-Member$699

REGISTER FOR CHARLOTTE →

RALEIGH, NC
September 1–2, 2026
SEATS
578
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM both days
📍

The McKimmon Center
1101 Gorman St
Raleigh, North Carolina 27606
PRICING
Member Early Bird (by 6/30)$449
Non-Member Early Bird (by 6/30)$549
Member$599
Non-Member$699

REGISTER FOR RALEIGH →

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

A Cost-Effective Way to Stay Compliant

Get specific, practical guidance from Ogletree Deakins’ experienced employment attorneys and Catapult HR experts — delivered in two action-packed days designed to keep your organization compliant and protected.

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Latest Legal Updates

Federal and multi-state employment law changes that impact your workplace.

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Practical Strategies

Actionable insights you can implement immediately to reduce risk and protect your organization.

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Networking

Connect with HR professionals, in-house counsel, and business leaders across the region.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Designed for Leaders Who Need to Stay Compliant

💼Human Resources Professionals
⚖️Corporate Counsel
👥Supervisors & Managers
🏢Business Owners

Don’t Wait — Save with Early Bird Pricing

Register before June 30, 2026 to lock in the lowest rates. Spots fill quickly — reserve yours today.

Questions? Contact our Events Team
(866) 440-0302  |  meeting@letscatapult.org