AALNC ANNUAL FORUM
Where Legal Nurse Consultants come to connect, grow, and have a little fun along the way.
Join us for the AALNC Annual Forum, where education meets connection and every moment sparks inspiration.
Pre-Forum kicks off March 11, 2026
Main Sessions are March 12 & 13, 2026
The AALNC Annual Forum is more than an event, it’s a launchpad for innovation, engagement, and professional growth. Pack your curiosity, questions, and business cards for an energizing event filled with education and networking to elevate your Legal Nurse Consultant career.
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista
1751 Hotel Plaza Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
schedule
Wed, March 11
9:00 am - 6:00 pm Registration
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Exhibit Hall
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Pre Forum: Mock Trial
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Welcome Reception
Thurs, March 12
7: 00 am - 5:00 pm Registration and Exhibit Hall
7:00 am - 7:45 am Breakfast Networking
8:00 am - 5:00 pm General Session and Concurrent Sessions (Experience and Novice Tracks)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm AALNC & AANLCP Joint Networking Event
Fri, March 13
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration and Exhibit Hall
8:00 am - 12 pm Joint Sessions with AANLCP
10:00 am - 5:00pm General and Concurrent Sessions (Experience and Novice Tracks)
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Elevate & Engage Dinners at Disney Springs
Continuing Nursing Education Hours
Pre-Forum (Wednesday): 4 contact hours
Forum Onsite (Thursday & Friday): 7 & 6 contact hours
Post-Forum (Recorded Sessions): Up to 8 additional contact hours available
Attendees can earn a total of 25 CNE contact hours by participating in all components of the Forum experience.
Networking opportunities
This year’s conference offers a dynamic suite of networking experiences. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned professional, you'll find meaningful ways to build relationships, exchange insights, and expand your professional circle.
Welcome Networking Reception
Join us poolside as we kick off the conference with an evening of connection and conversation. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a full buffet, desserts, and beverages while mingling with fellow Legal Nurse Consultants, speakers, and sponsors. It’s the perfect way to ease into the week and start building meaningful professional relationships.
Joint Networking Event with AANLCP
Celebrate the power of partnership at our collaborative networking event with the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants. This is your chance to engage across disciplines, explore shared interests, and discover new opportunities for growth and advocacy.
Elevate and Engage Dinner
Enjoy an intimate evening of conversation and connection with 8–10 fellow attendees from AANLCP and AALNC.
How it works:
Choose from one of five pre-selected local restaurants (listed below), each offering a unique ambiance and menu.
Groups of 8 - 10 guests are curated on a randomized basis to encourage fresh connections—specific group requests cannot be accommodated.
Take a quick walk over to Disney Springs area (adjacent to the Forum hotel) and dine with a group of new connections. Dinner and beverages are at the attendee’s own expense.
Select your preferred restaurant during online registration:
The Edison (0.7 miles from hotel, ~16 min walk). Feel the thrill of the roaring 20's. Live music, American cuisine, and crafted cocktails.
Wine Bar George (0.7 miles from hotel, ~ 15 min walk). Enjoy a full menu of small plates, cheese and charcuterie, entrées, family style plates and more.
Summer House on the Lake (0.8 miles from hotel, ~19 min walk). California-style cuisine and breezy beach vibes.
Terralina Crafted Italian (0.6 miles from hotel, ~ 14 min walk). Upscale-casual Disney eatery with a patio. Rustic Italian including wood-fired pizza.
Enzo's Hideaway (0.7 miles from hotel, ~17 min walk). 1920s speakeasy-vibe tunnel bar with prohibition-era cocktails, barrel-aged drinks, and Italian-inspired food.
contact information
Marisa Streelman, Executive Director and Events Committee Lead
Nancy Valla, Director of Programs and Education & Education Committee Lead
Kathy Chamberlain, Nurse Planner & Pre-Forum Lead
kchamberlainconsulting@gmail.com
Jamie Blair, Membership Manager & Sponsorship Committee Lead
about aalnc
The American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants empowers registered nurses in legal nurse consulting through our community, education, and professional engagement, driving both individual growth and the advancement of our profession.
AALNC is recognized as the gold standard for professionals exploring or advancing a career in legal nurse consulting, whether just beginning or well-established. AALNC supports connection and professional growth through our networking opportunities, education, and certification via the American Legal Nurse Consultant Certification Board (ALNCCB).
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