Jones Walker is a sponsor of the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division's 2009 conference, held in New Orleans May 14–16, 2009. The national conference welcomes young attorneys from across the United States, with this year's sessions focusing on:

• The "ins and outs" of going in-house
• Effective oral communication strategies
• Tips for becoming a superstar associate
• How-tos for mastering mobile technology
• Pointers for clear and concise writing
• Specialized techniques in appellate court persuasion
• Ideas for managing your practice in a down economy
• Strategies to solidify your financial plan during tough economic times
• Guidance on the business side of law
• The key to identifying and avoiding conflicts of interest
• Marketing strategies for a web 2.0 world