FALL 2026 / TEXAS TECH LAW REVIEW
2026 Energy Law Symposium
The Brave New World of AI and Data Centers
Join the Texas Tech Law Review and the Journal of the Energy Law Practitioner for a day of discussion on artificial intelligence, data centers, and the energy industry, featuring perspectives from legal and industry professionals.
Event Essentials
When: Friday, October 30, 2026
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (local venue time)
Where: Mark & Becky Lanier Professional Development Center Auditorium
Texas Tech University School of Law
Attend In Person or Online
Virtual attendance is available via Zoom.
CLE credit: Receive seven hours of continuing legal education credit through in-person or virtual attendance.
Featured Speakers
Explore the following topics with our featured speakers.
Chad Seely
ERCOT
Data Centers and the Grid
Kyle Reynolds
AAPL
Landman Work and Data Centers
Rich Phillips
Holland & Knight
Ethical Issues Involving AI and the Legal Profession
Jake Lederle
Wetsel & Lederle
Representing Surface Owners and Data Centers
Steve Shuldman
Harvey
Use of AI in the Legal Profession and the Energy Industry
Jill McWhirter
Natura Resources
Nuclear Energy and Data Centers
Registration and Contact
- General public (in person): $300
- Tech Law alumni (in person): $250
- Zoom (remote attendance): $150
- Current TTU faculty/students: Free
Registration is handled by Texas Tech University School of Law. See the registration page for current options and payment details.
Event contact: Tyler DePonte
tdeponte@ttu.edu
Hosts and Event Flyer
Hosted by the Texas Tech Law Review and the Journal of the Energy Law Practitioner.
