Senior legal operations leaders and GCs are navigating ambitious roadmaps shaped by OKRs, executive expectations, and fast-moving narratives around AI and operational maturity, while managing the practical realities of team capacity, skill gaps, and constant disruption. This offsite will focus on how legal leaders translate long-term vision into executable priorities, make disciplined tradeoffs, and close the gap between where teams are expected to be and where they actually are.
Across sessions, participants will explore pragmatic approaches to AI and automation, workforce strategy, and change leadership that drive impact without overwhelming teams. Programming will examine how to align technology adoption with real readiness, design career and capability growth in constrained environments, and build roadmaps that remain durable as priorities shift. The emphasis is on converting complexity into progress while sustaining both performance and people over time.
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The L Suite: 2026 LegalOps x GC Offsite will take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay in California
We have negotiated a discounted nightly rate of $460 USD + tax. A variety of room types are available, so we recommend securing your preferred option as early as possible.
The room block will close on Friday, February 13th 2026 or when sold out, whichever happens first. Availability of rooms is limited, so we recommend securing your spot as soon as possible.
Your room block link and next steps will be sent to you in a few weeks along with your attendee survey.
Hotel Booking & Cancellation Policy
Please note that a 100% deposit (room rate, tax, and destination fee) will be taken prior to 02/20/26. As of 02/20/26 your reservation becomes non-refundable and non-transferable. Should your method of payment not process for the full deposit, you will be notified and have 48-hours to provide a new payment method.
Major airports surrounding Half Moon Bay, CA:
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 24 miles to The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
- San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) - 42 miles to The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Recommendations to and from the hotel - ground transportation
To the hotel from major cities:
- Ride share services
- For pre-booked/private transport, contact the hotel at +1 (650) 712-7000
- Rental cars are a great option
From the hotel on departure day:
- For pre-booked/private transport, contact the hotel concierge at +1 (650) 712-7000
- Rental cars are a great option
Half Moon Bay is relatively remote. Ride share services availability will not be guaranteed for travel back to the airport or your final destination on the last day of this Offsite.
Please note: As of May 7, 2025, you are required to have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification (such as valid passport) to board domestic flights.
We expect sessions at this Offsite to be eligible for CLE credit. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. This course is appropriate for experienced attorneys only. The L Suite has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board and the State Bar of California as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education. Additionally, we will seek CLE accreditation in IL, WA, FL, TX, PA, CO, GA, and any of the other 50 states upon specific request from an attendee."
I have received an invite to the Offsite, am I guaranteed a spot?
An invitation does not guarantee you a spot at the Offsite. We suggest you register as soon as possible to secure your place. As spots are limited, please only register if you intend to attend the full programming from Monday to Wednesday.
What time should I be at the hotel on Monday, March 16th?
We would love for you to join us for our opening reception at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm on Monday. To note, if you plan to stay onsite at the hotel, check-in begins at 4:00 pm, but they are happy to store your luggage for you.
What time should I plan on leaving on Wednesday, March 18th?
We recommend staying through the end of programming at 11:00 am which will be followed by a grab-and-go style lunch available until 12:00pm. Please note standard check-out if you are staying onsite at the hotel is at 11:00 am - you are welcome to request a late check-out with the front desk if you would like to gather your bags after lunch!
Can I arrive earlier or stay later at the hotel?
YES! We have secured our heavily discounted rates at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay for two days pre- and post- this Offsite, and we'd love to see our members take advantage of this discount. See hotel information in your registration confirmation email for how to book extra nights.
How do I get to and from the hotel?
Half Moon Bay is a relatively remote location and whilst ride share services are abundant from major cities and major airports, they are less common and unreliable when ordering them from Half Moon Bay. For peace of mind, we recommend you contact the hotel concierge team to book a secured private transport, especially for traveling to an airport on your departure date, or schedule a ride share service in advance.
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