Join us in October for the 9th Annual Restaurant Legal Summit!

The premier event for legal and HR professionals in the restaurant industry!

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Join the Restaurant Law Center this October 22-24 for the 9th Annual Restaurant Legal Summit in Tampa, Florida! Learn and connect with other industry chief legal officers, attorneys, and human resource professionals. In addition to meeting senior representatives from some of the industry’s most successful brands, attendees get access to the latest information on current trends and best practices from legal experts at some of the nation’s top law firms. They also get opportunities to earn CLE, SHRM, and HRCI credit hours while attending sessions and to enjoy great food and networking at relaxed social events.

 

2025 VENUE & HOTEL

JW MARRIOTT & TAMPA MARRIOTT WATER STREET

All conference programming will be held at the JW Marriott (510 Water Street, Tampa, FL, 33602). Our room block will be at the Tampa Marriott Water Street (505 Water Street, Tampa, FL, 33602).

Sessions

October 22
Restaurant Law Center Board Meeting & Luncheon
Welcome to Tampa – Event Kickoff & Opening Remarks
How The Trump Administration Will Impact Restaurants' Cross-Border Operations: How Operations Differ When Expanding into Mexico - Presented by Fisher Phillips
Sunshine & Storm Clouds: The Good and Bad on California Legal & Policy Front - Presented by Greenberg Traurig
October 23
The Privacy Minefield: Avoiding Litigation Pitfalls in a Tech-Driven World - Presented by Skadden
Employer IE&D Programs: Navigating Change in the New Administration - Presented by Littler
Wage and Hour Watch: DOL’s Enforcement Priorities and Emerging Litigation Trends - Presented by Epstein Becker Green
Keynote Session: Tariffs and the Constitution: Who Holds the Power?
Injunctive Relief and Associational Standing after Trump v. CASA - Presented by Jenner & Block
Knock, Knock: What to Do When ICE Is at the Door? - Presented by JacksonLewis
Legal Insights on Emerging Chemical Concerns Impacting the Restaurant Industry - Presented by Steptoe
October 24
Navigating the Crosscurrents: Climate Policy and Energy Access in a Shifting Legal Landscape - Presented by Baker Botts
Closing Remarks: Site Announcement for 2026 Restaurant Legal Summit
Optional Activity: Tampa Aquarium

CONFERENCE SPEAKERS