Special Events

President’s Welcome Reception

Thursday, January 16
6:30 – 8 p.m. | Junction 800, 800 Gervias Street

Join us Thursday night in the heart of Columbia’s historic Vista District for the President’s Welcome Reception to kick off the 2025 Convention. Meet SC Bar President, Shaheena Bennett, and come network with colleagues.  

Plenary Luncheon

Friday, January 17
(TICKETED EVENT)
Noon – 1:30 p.m. | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street

Connect with your fellow colleagues and recharge between CLE seminar sessions at the annual Plenary Luncheon! Join SC Bar President Shaheena Bennett and SC Bar Executive Director Emma Dean for updates. The luncheon will also honor the SC Bar Foundation’s DuRant Award Winner, and updates will be provided from the Foundation’s President.

BEHIND THE SCENES: TOUR OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT AND COURT OF APPEALS

Friday, January 17
(TICKETED EVENT)
2 – 4 pm
Meet at entrance to SC Court of Appeals, 1220 Senate Street
No fee associated but must register for tour. Limited to 20 people.

Back by popular demand, join Convention colleagues for behind-the-scenes tours of the S.C. Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. Learn about the rich history of the courts as you tour the library, gallery, and courtrooms. The tour will start at the Court of Appeals.

Judicial/Legislative Reception

Friday, January 18
5:30 – 7  p.m. | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street

Come honor and connect with your South Carolina judiciary and legislature at the Judicial/Legislative Reception on Friday evening. It is the perfect opportunity to make new contacts, connect with old friends or just unwind after a long day of learning.

SOUTH CAROLINA BAR 50th ANNIVERSARY GALA

Saturday, January 19
TICKETED EVENT
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street
$125 per person / $275 per couple (Note: there is a fee increase if tickets purchased after 12/13/24. Also, no refund for couple ticket once purchased)

Join fellow members and special guests as we celebrate 50 years of the South Carolina Bar! The black-tie event will include a sit-down dinner, short program, dancing, and a lot of reminiscing.