Join Us in Chicago for the 2026 CAP Program

Join your colleagues in Chicago this year for the CAP Program, featuring two days of high-level discussion, expert insights, and meaningful networking with peers from across the country.

Schedule

August 19 
Evening welcome reception with informal networking opportunities

August 20 
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CAP Educational Program (see topic areas)

August 21
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CAP Educational Program (see topic areas)

We are also planning a unique networking event you won’t want to miss. More details coming soon!


About CAP

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2026 CAP Program Topic Areas

Thanks to the members who recently took the CAP content survey — your input is shaping the program! Here are the standout topics under consideration as we finalize the educational program:

  • Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making, Including Integration With Life Care Planning
  • Income, Gift, and Estate Tax Planning, Including Portability and Strategic Gifting
  • Capacity, Guardianship, and Least Restrictive Alternatives
  • Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts (MAPTs), Including Veterans Asset Protection Trusts
  • Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) - Policy Updates and Impacts on HCBS
  • Trust and Estate Litigation Issues
  • Elder Exploitation, Fraud, and Scam Prevention
  • Practice Management and Ethics for Elder Law Practices
  • Artificial Intelligence in Legal Practice and Emerging Technology Tools

Exciting updates ahead! We’ll share final topics, sessions, and speakers as soon as they’re locked in.

Rates and Registration

CAP Members: Registration fee covered by your CAP membership

CAP Emeritus Members: $495

CAP-Eligible Members: $495 now, then credited toward your first-year membership fee of $775 upon joining CAP.

REGISTER HERE

Questions? Contact Dannie Larkin.

Hotel Information
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
511 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 836-5900

Hotel Block: Wednesday, August 19 – Friday, August 21

Reservation Cut-Off Date: July 17, 2026

Room Rate: Single/Double: $212

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

About the Hotel
Located just two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, the hotel offers views of downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan. Guests are within walking distance of Navy Pier, the Chicago Riverwalk, restaurants, shopping, and the Theater District. The hotel also offers complimentary made-to-order breakfast and an evening social reception.