The Eighth Circuit Judicial Conference will take place July 30 – August 1, 2025, at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. This is a full conference for judges and members of the bar. All judges and attorneys are invited to attend the conference sessions. Guests are welcome to attend all social events. 

The Judicial Conference will consider the business of the courts and address matters of importance to the administration of justice in the Eighth Circuit (28 U.S.C. § 333). ​Programs of interest to both private sector and public interest attorneys will be featured and all sessions will be led by experts and leaders in their respective fields. 

Throughout this website, you can find hotel information, review the agenda, and learn more about the conference speakers. Be sure to check out the many attractions located in the Kansas City, MO area; a vibrant, bi-state metropolitan area, known for its jazz music, barbecue, rich history, and growing creative community.​

• The hotel reservations cut-off date is Monday, July 7.
• On-line Conference Registration ends Friday, July 11. 
• No refunds for meals or events cancelled after Friday, July 25.

Important Information Regarding Travel Reimbursement Vouchers:  

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Questions? Contact the conference planning staff in the Eighth Circuit Executive Office by email: JudConf@ca8.uscourts.gov or telephone: 314-244-2600.

The Judges Compensation and Retirement Division is offering individual benefits and retirement counseling sessions for judges and their spouses attending the Eighth Circuit Judicial Conference. To schedule an appointment, please complete this form and return it no later than Monday, June 23, 2025.