Thursday Evening | Welcome Reception

University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco

Cotchett Law Center

333 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco CA

A cocktail reception will be held from 6-9 p.m.

Opening Remarks
TBD

Friday | Conference from 9 am - 4 pm

University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco

AGENDA

The conference, including CLE sessions, will be held throughout the day. Lunch will be provided to all attendees and speakers.

Friday Evening | Networking Receptions from 5 pm - 9pm

• Judge’s Reception (immediately following the Judge’s Panel) at UC Law SF

• In House Reception at Rivian

• General Reception (TBD)

Join us for a new program full of networking opportunities!

Saturday Morning | Fireside Chat with Dean Erwin Chemerinsky and Professor Joseph Thai

Hosted at Bartko Pavia LLP

1100 Sansome Street, San Francisco

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, one of America’s most influential voices on constitutional law, in an intimate fireside chat with Professor Joseph Thai at the National Conference of Vietnamese American Attorneys’ 20th Anniversary Conference in San Francisco.

At a time when our democracy and the rule of law are being tested, Dean Chemerinsky will share powerful insights on the future of constitutional rights—and how Vietnamese American attorneys can lead in defending the principles of freedom, liberty, and justice. This will be an unforgettable conversation about purpose, responsibility, and the legal profession’s vital role in safeguarding our nation’s values.

Reserve your spot now and be part of this defining moment for our community.

PRICE: Included in your registration!

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Saturday Afternoon | Optional Excursion to Wine Country at 10:00 am (Buses start loading at 9:45am)

Bus Pickup: Bartko Pavia LLP, 1100 Sansome Street, San Francisco

Bus Dropoff: Hyatt Regency Embarcadero (Host hotel)

Escape to Napa Valley for a special optional wine country excursion at the beautiful Đồi Đá (Doi Da) Wine Estate—the latest venture from Cuong Pham, founder of Red Boat Fish Sauce, in collaboration with acclaimed winemaker Nova Cadamatre, MW. Set against Napa’s volcanic hillsides, this boutique vineyard marries craftsmanship, culture, and creativity in every glass.

Spend the afternoon strolling through the vines, enjoying a guided tasting of Đồi Đá’s limited-production Cabernet Sauvignon, and sharing a farm-to-table lunch amid breathtaking scenery. Hear from Cuong himself as he shares insights on U.S. trade, his journey from engineer to artisan, and how Vietnamese-American innovation continues to shape global craftsmanship.

Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Đồi Đá Wine Estate, 1373 Soda Canyon Road, Napa, CA
Optional excursion fee: Estimated $65 per person (includes transportation, tasting, and lunch)

Space is limited—reserve your spot early for this unforgettable Napa experience!

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Saturday Evening | Gala at 6:30 pm

Hyatt Regency Embarcadero (Host hotel) 5 Embarcadero, San Francisco

Cocktail Hour: 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Gala/Dn iner: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Join us for our annual cocktail reception, Gala dinner and dance.

Formal attire & traditional Vietnamese Áo dài encouraged, but not required.

Call for nominations for our Trailblazer Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, Cornerstone Award, and Community Grant

For those who don’t have an early flight, join us for a service event followed by brunch.

Community Service Activity at 10:00 am

TBD

Little Saigon (Tenderloin), SF

Farewell Lunch at 11:00 am

TBD

This event will be provided at an additional cost.