The Art of Advocacy | Cumberland School of Law

Cumberland School of Law's international CLE conference, The Art of Advocacy, enhances lawyers’ persuasive advocacy skills while incorporating global perspectives. This immersive international continuing legal education seminar features legal experts from across the globe.

The Art of Advocacy

Persuasive Advocacy. Global Perspectives.

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Cumberland School of Law’s international CLE conference, The Art of Advocacy, enhances lawyers’ persuasive advocacy skills while incorporating global perspectives.

This immersive international continuing legal education seminar features legal experts from across the globe. The 2027 event will be held in Florence, Italy, June 28-29, 2027 at the St. Regis.

Why Attend?

Enhance and hone your persuasive advocacy skills in an international setting
Secure 12 CLE hours, including one ethics hour, from Alabama, New York, Mississippi and other jurisdictions. Attorneys admitted in mandatory CLE states who wish to use this course toward fulfilling the state’s mandatory CLE requirement should complete a Uniform Certificate of Attendance available at the registration table on the day of the seminar and self-report to their respective state bar association.
Launch your own excursion from Florence to explore Italy or continental Europe and beyond.

Who Can Benefit?

Attorneys from the United States and across the globe will benefit from this event. In addition to expanding your global professional network, attendees can integrate international speakers’ perspectives into your practices, wherever you call home. By fostering international connections, professionals can expand their network, worldviews and become more prepared for the increasingly global legal market.

Your participation also benefits Cumberland School of Law students, as proceeds from the conference support international programming and future scholarships.

Speakers

Confirmation of speakers for the 2027 event is underway—they will be announced as they are confirmed. Just a few of our past speakers have included:

Judge, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
President, Supreme Court of Iceland
Global Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel for Europe, Ecobat
Barrister, Millennium Chambers, London

2026 Itinerary and Speakers

Sponsorships

Corporate sponsorships at various levels are available if you want to bring more than one person from your office or firm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to attend?

$995 if registered by December 31, 2026. $1195 if registered between January . 1 – February. 28, 2027. $1395 if registered between March. 1 - May 31, 2027.

What do the proceeds from this event support?

Proceeds from the Art of Advocacy support scholarships for law students to attend study abroad programs.

What does the fee include?

The fee includes 12 hours of CLE credits including 1 hour of ethics, along with breakfast and lunch during the two days of the conference.

Where should I stay while in Florence?

Attendees will book their accommodations directly with the hotel or residential service of their choice. The Art of Advocacy will be held at the St. Regis Florence on the Arno River. There are many hotels within walking distance of the St. Regis.

Should I use a travel agent?

It depends on your plans before and after the conference. Some of our past attendees have used travel agents to plan their time around the event while others planned it themselves.