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Webinar: 2026 Food Law Update

AALA — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:32:08 +0000

In this webinar we will explore recent developments in food law and what they mean for today’s legal landscape.

Webinar: FinCEN Residential Real Estate Rule & Ag Lands

AALA — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:25:22 +0000

This webinar covers new FinCEN real estate reporting requirements and how ongoing litigation may impact their enforcement.

What Do You Actually Need from AALA?

AALA — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:39:08 +0000

Help guide AALA’s priorities by sharing your perspective in this short member survey.

AALA is driven by the professionals and students who make up its community. To better understand your needs and improve our offerings, we invite all members to complete the following survey.

We’ve created two versions:

One for professional members
One for student members

Please choose the survey that best fits you:

Students Survey

Complete the survey by Friday, April 24 — and be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift card.*

*Survey Drawing Rules

Webinar: USDA Updates to the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 (AFIDA)

AALA — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:35:29 +0000

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) is evaluating updates to its reporting framework under the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 (“AFIDA”), as part of a broader trend of increased federal scrutiny of foreign investment in U.S. agricultural and forest lands. This webinar will look at the potential changes and the interaction with other regulatory regimes.

CLE Webinar: Burnout in the Legal Profession

AALA — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:57:46 +0000

Burnout has reached critical levels in the legal profession—nearly 80% of legal professionals report experiencing burnout, and 40% have considered leaving the profession entirely due to stress. This presentation examines the occupational phenomenon of burnout, distinguishing it from everyday stress. Attendees will learn to recognize burnout warning signs in themselves and colleagues, understand the key differences between stress and burnout, and discover practical strategies for response and recovery.

Please note the following:

1. This webinar is offered to current AALA members only as a part of the member benefits.

2. This program is being offered for CLE credit in each state and reporting will not occur until after the program.

3. Pre-registration and active participation during the program are required in order to receive credit.

4. AALA is seeking CLE approval from the most stringent states before the program and approval for all other states will be sought afterwards. AALA will do its best to seek CLE credit for all members who attend, but it is possible that some states may not approve the webinar.

5. CLE credit will not be offered to those who only watch the recorded version provided after the webinar on the member portal.

2026 Annual Educational Symposium

AALA — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:45:15 +0000

47th Annual Agricultural Law Educational Symposium

Co-Hosted by the American Agricultural Law Association and the National Agricultural Law Center

November 5–7, 2026 |Fairmont, Dallas, TX| Dallas, Texas

The American Agricultural Law Association (AALA) is proud to host its 47th Annual Agricultural Law Educational Symposium, bringing together leading agricultural law professionals for three days of in-depth education, discussion, and connection.

Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

Attendees will have the opportunity to earn:

Up to 3 CLE credits on Thursday
Approximately 11–13 CLE credits on Friday and Saturday*

(*CLE credit approval is pending and subject to state requirements.)

Sponsorship Opportunities

This symposium is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you for investing in the future of agricultural law as we celebrate 47 years of education and professional excellence.

Discover how your organization can connect with agricultural law professionals nationwide through our 2026 Sponsorship Packages:

AALA 2026 Symposium Sponsorship Levels

For sponsorship information, contact Executive Director Liz Icenogle at Liz@aglaw-assn.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Dallas.

For more information, please e-mail us at info@aglaw-assn.org or use this websiteʼs contact form.

* AALA will submit sessions deemed eligible for continuing legal education (CLE) credits to symposium registrants’ states. CLE credits are granted based on individual attendance records and state CLE rules. Note that approvals will vary because each state has different CLE requirements and rules. For example, not every state calculates CLE credits based on the clock hour. Not every state will grant CLE credits for each session submitted by AALA. In all events, AALA is committed to providing top-quality, relevant CLE that will be approved for most states.

Committee & Content Opportunities

AALA — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:29:03 +0000

Explore our committees and let us know where you’d like to get involved or if you’d like to contribute articles to the Farm to Firm newsletter.

Sign up here!

Committee Descriptions:

Awards Committee

Recognize excellence in agricultural law by coordinating AALA’s annual awards. Review nominations and select recipients for the Excellence in Agricultural Law Award, Professional Scholarship Award, and Student Scholarship Award. Coordinate recognition of award winners during the annual symposium. Time Commitment: Work begins in late spring with planning, followed by soliciting nominations in late summer and evaluating nominees in late summer/early fall. Committee members are encouraged to help present awards during the symposium in November, if available.

Distance Education Committee
Expand member access to professional development through webinars and online CLE programs on emerging agricultural law topics. Working with subject-matter experts, the committee plans and delivers timely, high-quality educational content to members nationwide, with up to two sessions annually designated as members-only CLE. Time Commitment: The committee typically meets 1-2 times per year via Zoom to plan annual content, with additional coordination via email as needed. Committee members volunteer to manage 1-3 educational sessions throughout the year.

Membership and Marketing Committee
Support AALA’s membership growth and visibility by assisting with recruitment strategies, engagement initiatives, and marketing campaigns. Help implement outreach efforts to attract new members and re-engage lapsed members. Time Commitment: The committee typically meets monthly. Committee members participate in personal outreach to lapsed members in late summer and may support additional initiatives such as social media content, promotional materials, targeted potential and new member outreach, or other member communications throughout the year.

Newsletter Committee
Produce Farm to Firm, AALA’s monthly e-newsletter, keeping members informed on legal and policy developments affecting agriculture. Committee members solicit and edit articles as well as contribute to Letters from the Editor. Time Commitment: The committee meets monthly and holds an annual planning session at the beginning of the year to outline content themes and the publication schedule for 11 issues throughout the year.

Students and Young Professionals Outreach Committee
The SYP Committee connects the next generation of agricultural and food law professionals to the AALA community by recruiting law students and young lawyers into the agricultural law community. It also builds relationships with law students and schools, organizes webinars and mentorship sessions specifically for students and young professionals, and creates pathways for early-career professionals to network and engage with experienced practitioners. The committee plays an instrumental role in planning student-focused events during the annual symposium. Time Commitment: The committee meets monthly. Committee members can get involved in various ways, including hosting webinars, facilitating mentorship and career panels, coordinating symposium student events, or connecting with law schools for outreach.

Symposium Planning Committee
Oversee content for AALA’s premier annual event by soliciting speaker proposals, reviewing submissions, and curating programming to deliver a high-quality educational experience that advances the profession. Time Commitment: Work begins in late winter with the call for proposals and speaker outreach. The committee typically meets virtually once a month, with flexible or optional attendance depending on your availability. Additional meetings may be scheduled in late spring/early summer to review and select sessions, and again in the fall to finalize details.

Webinar: Reviewing New OBBBA Tax Provisions Impacting Agricultural Producers

AALA — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:49:30 +0000

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act enacted significant tax provisions that impact farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners. In this one-hour webinar, agricultural tax expert Kristine Tidgren, Director of the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation, will break down the key tax changes introduced by the OBBBA legislation, explaining how these provisions may affect your operation as you close out 2025 and prepare for the 2026 tax year. With practical examples and actionable planning tips, Kristine will help producers understand the implications of the new rules and how to make informed decisions that support long-term financial stability.

CLE Webinar: Trump v. CASA

AALA — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:11:42 +0000

In this webinar, legal experts unpack the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Trump v. CASA, which limited the authority of federal courts to issue universal injunctions. The panel will explore the ruling’s implications for judicial power and future of legal challenges to statutes, regulations, and other unlawful actions.

Video replay of this webinar is available to members in the Webinar Archives of the Resources section of the AALA website.

Click HERE for access.

Replay not eligible for CLE credit.

Webinar: Heirs’ Property Law Update

AALA — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:42:17 +0000

This webinar explores the complex legal and interpersonal challenges involved in heirs’ property cases, with a focus on quiet title actions. Attendees will gain insight into navigating the tangled webs of ownership, family dynamics, and genealogy. The session will also offer practical strategies for managing client expectations, improving communication with multiple heirs, and addressing the emotional and logistical hurdles that often arise in these sensitive cases. Ideal for attorneys, legal aid professionals, and advocates working in property and estate law.