Conference Agenda
Networking
Professional Development
Religious Liberty
Fighting Antisemitism via the Law
Join legal professionals and policymakers as we explore strategies to combat antisemitism and protect our fundamental freedoms through the law.
Our 2026 Program Highlights
Strategizing on Fighting Antisemitism
Professional Networking
Engage with Congressional Leaders
CLE Credit will be offered in conjunction with this program.
This symposium has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education. Pepperdine
University School of Law certifies that this activity meets the standards of the State Bar of
California.
Experience The OU Advocacy Attorneys Conference
Overview of OU Advocacy's Legal Mission
OU Advocacy serves as the premier voice of the Orthodox Jewish community in Washington, D.C., working tirelessly to protect and advance the interests of Jewish communities nationwide. Our legal mission encompasses:
• Strategic litigation to combat discrimination in education, employment, and housing. • Legislative advocacy for stronger hate crime protections and religious liberty safeguards. • Partnership with federal agencies including DOJ, DOE, and EEOC to enforce civil rights laws. • Amicus brief filings in landmark Supreme Court and federal appellate cases. • Training programs for attorneys to effectively utilize Title VI and other legal tools.
Conference Purpose: Advancing Legal Tools to Fight Antisemitism
This conference provides an unparalleled platform for legal professionals to develop cutting-edge strategies and collaborative approaches to combat the alarming rise in antisemitic incidents. Key objectives include:
• Mastering the aggressive use of Title VI to protect Jewish students on campus.
• Building coalitions with law enforcement and civil rights organizations.
• Developing corporate accountability strategies for workplace discrimination.
• Understanding new federal legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Creating best practices for rapid response to antisemitic incidents.
Featured Speakers
Judge Steven Menashi
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit
Hon. Harmeet Dhillon
Asst. Attorney General for Civil Rights, USDOJ
Chief Judge Matthew Solomson
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Hon. Andrea Lucas
Chair, U.S. EEOC
