General Information
The program will focus on the changing landscape of veterans law and will offer sessions that appeal to all who practice or have an interest in veterans law.
This year registrants will have the option to attend the conference in-person or virtually.
Until further notice, the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Judicial Conference will follow all COVID-19 protocols implemented by the National Press Club (NPC), which are published on their COVID-19 Safety Guidelines webpage (https://www.press.org/safetyfirst).
As of March 1, 2022, all visitors to the NPC must be fully vaccinated and show proof of their vaccination status before entering the NPC. The Court highly encourages prospective attendees to monitor the conference's registration portal and the NPC's website since protocols are frequently updated to adhere to federal and local government orders and CDC guidelines.
Registration Rates
Registration rates for each manner of attendance are shown below. Early bird rates are available through March 18, 2022 at midnight. Regular registration rates apply from March 19, 2022 through April 5, 2022 at midnight.
In-Person Attendance Registration Rates
| Registrant Type | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Student/Hardship Registrants | $290 | $290 |
| Government, VSO, and Academic Registrants | $325 | $385 |
| Practitioner Registrants | $385 | $420 |
| On-Site Registration (if available) | $500 |
Virtual Attendance Registration Rates
| Registrant Type | Early Bird Rate | Regular Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Student/Hardship Registrants | $190 | $190 |
| Government, VSO, and Academic Registrants | $250 | $300 |
| Practitioner Registrants | $300 | $360 |
| Day-Of Registration | $430 |
Location
529 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20045
Until further notice, the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Judicial Conference will follow all COVID-19 protocols implemented by the National Press Club (NPC), which are published on their COVID-19 Safety Guidelines webpage (https://www.press.org/safetyfirst).
As of March 1, 2022, all visitors to the NPC must be fully vaccinated and show proof of their vaccination status before entering the NPC. The Court highly encourages prospective attendees to monitor the conference's registration portal and the NPC's website since protocols are frequently updated to adhere to federal and local government orders and CDC guidelines.
Accommodations
Please note that the closest airport to the conference location is Washington-Reagan National Airport (DCA). Several Metro stations,
including Metro Center, Federal Triangle, and McPherson Square, are located within walking distance of the National Press Club. Parking
is available at several parking garages in the vicinity of 14th and F Streets NW.
A list of nearby hotels is provided for your convenience. There is no official hotel for the conference
and the Court does not endorse any of the properties listed here.
| Lodging Site | Address/Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Garden Inn | 815 14th Street, NW Tel: 202-783-7800 |
.2 miles |
| Sofitel Washington | 806 15th Street, NW Tel: 202-730-8800 |
.4 miles |
| Washington Marriott | 775 12th Street, NW Tel: 202-737-2200 |
.4 miles |
| Kimpton Donovan Hotel | 1155 14th Street, NW Tel: 202-737-1200 |
.5 miles |
| The Westin Washington | 1400 M Street, NW Tel: 202-429-1700 |
.7 miles |
| The Madison Washington | 1177 15th Street, NW Tel: 202-862-1600 |
.8 miles |
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
As of January 15, 2022 per Mayors' Order 2021-148, the District of Columbia has adopted a
city-wide vaccination entry requirement that requires COVID-19 vaccination to enter indoor
facilities including restaurants, bars, fitness centers and meetings.
Many hotels require all patrons aged 12 or older to show proof that they have received
at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they are allowed entry into certain
hotel facilities, two doses will be required starting on February 15, 2022. For more
information from the District of Columbia please visit https://coronavirus.dc.gov/vaxdc.
We strongly encourage you to verify the hotel's COVID protocols before making reservations.