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September 30 - October 2, 2026
2026 Fall Meeting
San Antonio, TX
AHIA Fall Meeting
September 30 – October 2, 2026
La Cantera Resort & Spa | San Antonio, TX
Register Now!
Discover San Antonio’s Hill Country Sanctuary This Fall
Prepare to trade the rush of the daily grind for an intentional, wellness-focused escape at the magnificent La Cantera Resort & Spa. For our Fall Meeting, we’ve designed an experience that pairs high-level legal discourse with the laid-back, sophisticated charm of one of Texas's premier destinations.
Your home for the meeting is La Cantera Resort, a stunning sanctuary perched above the Texas Hill Country. Blending luxury, world-class amenities, and natural beauty, this venue offers the perfect backdrop for professional growth, deeper connections, and well-deserved fun. Join us as we gather our tight-knit community for three days of insightful legal updates, unique networking, and unforgettable memories—and feel free to bring a partner in crime to enjoy the property alongside you!
Registration includes the Wednesday evening kickoff reception and dinner, Thursday breakfast, lunch, and evening events, Friday breakfast and lunch, and over 8 hours of high-quality CLE credits.
CLE Credits: Applications are pending. Depending on the state, attendance is expected to be worth 10+ credit hours.
Hotel Reservations & Group Perks
The AHIA Fall Meeting will be held at La Cantera Resort & Spa. Hotel reservations are handled directly via a rooming list; simply enter your lodging details right when you register for the meeting—there is no need to call the hotel directly.
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Waived Resort Fee: The usual $45 daily resort fee has been completely waived for our group. Enjoy complimentary inclusions such as shuttle usage to nearby shopping hubs (The Shops at La Cantera, The RIM, etc.), resort hiking trails, 24/7 fitness center access, basketball/tennis/pickleball courts, golf bag storage, and enhanced high-speed internet.
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Important Note: This special group rate and waived resort fee cannot be guaranteed for registrations or room requests received after September 8.
Special Activities & Highlights
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The Inaugural Pautler Invitational: Wrap up three days of high-level legal insights by hitting the links with one of our favorite people! Join us for the Inaugural Pautler Invitational, a special tournament honoring our Past President, Paul Pautler, who will be right there on the course with us. Tee off on Friday afternoon from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the championship La Cantera Golf Course. Registration is $125 per player and is strictly limited to the first 10 participants—be sure to secure your spot early during registration to come golf with Paul!
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Wednesday Night Glow-in-the-Dark Putt-Putt: Head over to the driving range from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM for glow-in-the-dark putt-putt golf paired with drinks from the open golf course bar.
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The Thursday Night "Unconference": Leave formal presentations behind and dive into an interactive liquor liability tasting session featuring regional cocktails and mocktails crafted with local ingredients, followed by small-group dinners around the resort.
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AfterGlow with DJ Rockin’ Rob: Wrap up Thursday night starting at 9:30 PM with our very own Board Member Rob Marshall bringing his legendary DJing skills to a chill-energy dance party featuring EDM, glow sticks, a dedicated dance floor, and a full bar.
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World-Class Spa & Friday Afternoon Tour: Don't take that early morning flight out—the fun certainly doesn't stop at lunch! Our Friday educational content and behind-the-scenes resort and spa tour concludes at 3:00 pm, flowing directly into the afternoon's activities. The Pautler Invitational tees off at 4:00 pm. If golf isn’t your thing, transition straight from the tour into pure relaxation. Browse the La Cantera Spa Menu & Book Online or call the spa directly at 210-558-2252 to schedule your appointments.
Micro-sponsorships: Small Way, Big Impact
For as little as $250, you can become a micro-sponsor and help us elevate this year's meeting. Your support is vital to our community's success!
Benefits of Micro-Sponsorship:
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Your logo included in marketing emails, on the AHIA's LinkedIn page, and on our website.
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Recognition as a sponsor on all meeting collateral and from the podium.
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Larger sponsorships have the option to provide a branded giveaway to attendees.
Travel Information
Airport: San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is the most convenient gateway, located approximately a 20-to-30-minute drive from the resort.
Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are readily available from SAT. We highly recommend scheduling your return trip to the airport in advance to ensure a timely pickup.
Wednesday |
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| 3:30 pm | 4:30 pm | Board of Directors Meeting |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Opening Cocktail Reception & DinnerBar Sponsored by |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
How to Think Like Socrates: Socratic and Stoic Philosophy for Resilient Living
Scott Waltman, PsyD, ABPP Ethics Credit pending |
| 7:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Glow-in-the-Dark Putt Putt GolfSponsored By |
Thursday |
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| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM | 10:15 AM | Welcome, Introductions & Annual Business Meeting |
| 10:15 AM | 11:15 AM |
Gun Laws and Policies in TexasKevin Teters, Holland & Knight LLP |
| 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
Hotels, Hospitality, and Advocacy: A Brand and Association PerspectiveJustin Bragiel, Texas Hotel & Lodging Association |
| 12:30 PM | 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM |
From the Command Center to the Claim File: Navigating Property Crises and Policy TriggersJason Friedman, Kubicki Draper |
| 2:30 PM | 3:30 PM |
Data PrivacyTalis Trevino, Holland & Knight LLP |
| 3:30 PM | 4:00 PM |
Midterm ElectionsBeth Jafari, Hilton |
| 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | Free Time |
| 5:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
The Cantina ChallengeSponsored by |
| 7:00 PM | 9:30 PM | Dine Around |
| 9:30 PM | ??? | Afterglow with DJ Rockin' Rob |
Friday |
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| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
Maritime LawAndrew Craven, Chartwell Law |
| 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
L&E TopicsJordan Schwartz, Conn Maciel Carey LLP |
| 12:00 PM | 12:30 PM | Lunch & Open Forum |
| 12:30 PM | 1:30 PM |
Golf Course Legal Issues - Liquor licensing, Transactional, Management AgreementsKyle Hill, Martin Frost & Hill PC |
| 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM |
Resort & Spa MembershipsFrancesca Ippolito-Craven, Kubicki Draper |
| 2:30 PM | 3:30 PM |
Behind the Scenes La Cantera Spa Tour |
| 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM | Optional Spa Services, advanced signup required La Cantera Spa Menu & Book Online |
| 4:00 pm | 8:00 pm | Pautler Invitational - advanced signup required |
The Weekend: Stay & Explore
For those staying through the weekend (and we strongly encourage you to linger!), informal group arrangements will be made to visit local shopping, the San Antonio Zoo, the historic Alamo, and more.
Guest Registration & Information
Bring Your Partner in Crime! ($295.00 Add-On)
Guests are more than welcome to join you to experience La Cantera’s incredible amenities while you take part in our official AHIA activities and sessions. The $295 guest fee grants access to all official group meals and activities.
While you're in educational sessions, guests can unwind at the world-class spa, lounge by the pools, or explore high-end local shopping and downtown San Antonio. You can view the full spa menu and book online directly through the La Cantera Spa Booking Link, or call the spa directly at 210-558-2252.
*Note: Individual spa treatments, out-of-pocket excursions, or separate green fees involve separate external costs.*

