The National Judicial Summit: The Foundation and Future of the Judiciary

Strengthening Judicial Excellence through Innovation & Alliances

June 8 – 10, 2026, Santa Fe, New Mexico

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Join judges from across the nation in a conference that combines judicial education with interactive learning opportunities in this first-of-its-kind national judicial conference. The National Judicial College is collaborating with the New Mexico Court Education Institute to offer this brand new conference in one of America’s most unique cities. 

The plenary sessions will highlight the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the importance of protecting the ideals and rights captured so long ago; the Ethics of Spirituality and Leadership; the Constitutional Separation of Powers; and Pursuing Justice and Embracing Challenges.

The break-out tracks featuring topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Core Judicial Skills, Scientific Evidence, Mental Health, and Tribal-State Collaboration. One of the tracks, a seminar at St. John’s College, will have limited spaces available. Register early for your chance to be first in line.