Thank you for joining us at the 2026 CLOC Global Institute in Chicago! We’re excited to partner with you and want to ensure your experience is smooth and successful from start to finish.
To help with your planning, we’ve created the Sponsor Planning Guide — your all-in-one resource for both pre-event preparation and on-site support. You’ll also receive bi-weekly email updates as we move closer to the event, so you’ll always have the latest information at your fingertips.
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, our team is here for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out at sponsorship@cloc.org — we’re happy to help.
CGI 2026 will be held in the West Building, featuring a vibrant Exhibit Hall with space for collaboration and connections.
Address: 2301 S. Indiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616
Note: this address is for attendance only and should not be used for shipping.
To make your stay as convenient as possible, CLOC has secured three hotel blocks directly connected to McCormick Place, ensuring easy access to all conference activities:
Please note that reservations at all properties will close on Wednesday, April 8—we encourage you to book early to secure your spot.
Sponsors in need of 10+ rooms can reach out to the hotels directly to book a subblock.
We’re excited to share that the Detailed Program for CGI 2026 will be available by the end of January. In the meantime, you can explore the Program Overview, which highlights this year’s themes and session formats to help you start planning your experience.
Let your customers, colleagues, and prospects know you’ll be heading to CGI 2026 using the Sponsor Marketing Toolkit.
Tag us with the event hashtag #CGI2026 to join the conversation.
Follow us on social media to be part of an online community all about making connections.
At CLOC, we’re proud to bring together the entire legal ecosystem through our events. Our priority is to ensure that every member of the CLOC community—attendees, sponsors, and partners alike—enjoys a positive and successful experience.
To help maintain that standard, we’ve put policies in place to protect against practices such as suitcasing and outboarding.
For sponsors planning social functions or special events during CGI hours, we kindly ask that you obtain written approval from CLOC in advance. Proposed functions should not overlap with official CLOC programming. That said, we do welcome small, private dinner gatherings of up to 15 guests during evening receptions.
Sunday, May 10: No restrictions
Monday, May 11: Between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; after 7:00 PM
Tuesday, May 12: After 6:00 PM
Wednesday, May 13: Between 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; after 11:00 PM
We appreciate your partnership in creating a respectful and engaging environment for all participants.
Registration is open! The primary sponsorship contact should have received an email from sponsorship@cloc.org with access to the Cvent Sponsor Portal.
To help you plan, here’s an overview of the available badge types.
Please note: These passes do not include add-on courses, educational workshops, or invite only events.
These passes can only be used for current or prospective clients that hold a Legal Operations role within their organization. They can not be allocated to your organization’s booth staff or towards someone already registered.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience in the Exhibit Hall, wristband access is limited to approved support staff.
Wristbands are not permitted for company staff working the booth during open Exhibit Hall hours.
Sponsor organizations can submit a request for wristband access for approval by CLOC.
We appreciate your partnership in keeping the Exhibit Hall safe and organized. Please send any questions to sponsorship@cloc.org.
Wristbands can be used for:
Exhibit Hall Move In/Setup and/or Move Out
Up to three (3) wristbands will be available to sponsors whose booth setup requires support staff beyond registered event attendees.
Access with these wristbands is available
Booth Activations during Exhibit Hall hours
Up to two (2) wristbands daily will be available to sponsors bringing in booth activations (e.g., caricature artists, magicians, mascots, etc.)
Booth Refresh & Replenishment
Wristband access will be available to support staff for daily booth refresh or restock prior to Exhibit Hall opening
The Exhibitor Service Kit will be available in March 2026 and will provide details needed to plan your booth.
The Exhibit Hall will be in Hall F1 West on Level 3 of McCormick Place, making it easy to access during CGI 2026.
The Advance Warehouse will begin accepting deliveries on April 17, 2026.
Last day for deliveries without a surcharge is May 1, 2026.
Final date for deliveries, including a surcharge for late delivery, is May 7, 2026.
Advance Warehouse Address:
Exhibitor Name/Booth Number
CLOC Global Institute
C/O The Expo Group & Tradeshow Transport
2300 South Throop St.
Chicago, IL 60608
Please note! Direct to show site shipping is prohibited for this event. All shipments must be sent to the advanced warehouse prior to the event.
Sponsors are NOT permitted to bring their own commercial or professional photographers or videographers to this event. CLOC will hire an official event photographer and videographer to capture moments at CGI.
Sponsor are allowed non-commercial uses, such as photos or videos from phones.
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