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27th ​NORTHWEST

DISPUTE ​RESOLUTION ​CONFERENCE

MARCH 27-28, 2025 | University ​of Washington School of Law​ | Seattle, ​W​A


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The 27th Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference will be held on Thursday and Friday, March 27-​28, 2025, at the University of Washington School of Law. It will feature a wide variety of dispute ​resolution topics in sessions covering current issues, communication, negotiation, advocacy, and ​interpersonal skills applicable to both work and personal life.


Requests for Proposals (RFPs) will be accepted beginning in August 2024.

About the Program

The NW Dispute Resolution Planning Committee is proud of the conference programming which draws a wide array of speakers and attendees to the conference. If you have questions or suggestions for the planning committee, please e-mail: info@nwdrconference.org

Who Should Attend/Submit an RFP?

Attorneys, mediators, ombudspeople, advocates in mediation and arbitration, human resources professionals, students, and anyone involved or interested in conflict resolution who has a commitment to helping others resolve disputes with dignity.

Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors!

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Online Registration for the 27th NW ​Dispute Resolution Conference will open ​during October 2024.




Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will there be options for remote, or virtual, conference attendance?

A: No. We are excited to welcome our colleagues in person for the first time since 2019.

Q: Where can I stay?

A: These accommodations are convenient to the University of Washington law school:

Q: Tell me about CLE credits for conference sessions, please.

A: As the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) approves credits for session, the information will be updated, so please bookmark the website and check again closer to the conference dates. If you are seeking CLE for another state, or require Continuing Education units for another professional accreditation, please EMAIL US with your request.

Q: What do you suggest regarding parking for the conference?


A: Visitor Parking is available on campus, and lots N01, N02 and N05 are closest to the William H. Gates Law School building. With our conference occuring during the school’s Spring Break, we expect plenty of availability.


The closest parking lot to the law school with ADA accessible spaces is Lot N01. Please also see the university’s Accessible Parking webpage.

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Sponsorships

Sponsorships support speakers’ travel expenses through honoraria, defray conference costs to help us keep registration affordable to advance broad participation and equity goals.


For more information and to sponsor the conference, please send email to Info@NWDRConference.org and put “SPONSORSHIP” in the subject line.





SPONSORSHIP LEVELS


PLATINUM LEVEL - $2,000 +


Includes:

  • 3 complimentary conference registrations
  • Exhibitor booth space
  • Thanks and recognition on website


GOLD LEVEL - $1,500


Includes:

  • 2 complimentary conference registrations
  • Exhibitor booth space
  • Thanks and recognition on website


SILVER LEVEL - $1,000


Includes:

  • 2 complimentary conference registrations
  • Exhibitor booth space
  • Thanks and recognition on website


BENEFACTORS LEVEL - $500


Includes:

  • 1 complimentary conference registration
  • Thanks and recognition on website


SUPPORTER LEVEL - $50 - $499


Includes:

  • Thanks and recognition on website