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Join us in Leeds on 19-20 March 2026 for the 36th AvMA Annual Clinical Negligence Conference (ACNC), the event for clinical negligence specialists!
The very best medical and legal experts will ensure that you stay up to date with all the key issues, developments and policies in clinical negligence and medical law. The programme this year will have a focus on neurology and neurosurgery, whilst also covering many other key medico-legal topics. Full programme details will be announced in mid-December 2025. The ACNC Welcome Event will take place on the evening of Wednesday 18th March at the Sky Lounge, Doubletree by Hilton Leeds and the Mid-Conference Dinner is on the evening of Thursday 19th March at the Royal Armouries Museum.
As well as providing you with a top quality, thought-provoking, learning and networking experience, the success of the conference helps AvMA to maintain its position as an essential force in promoting patient safety and justice.
EARLY BIRD BOOKING RATES
Social Functions
| Welcome Event | £55+ VAT |
| Mid-Conference Dinner | £88+ VAT |
Early Bird Registrations Fees
| 1 Day AvMA LS Member Rate | £325 + VAT |
| 1 Day Standard Rate | £392 + VAT |
| 1 Day NHS / Medical Expert Rate | £240 + VAT |
| Both Days AvMA LS Member Rate | £515 + VAT |
| Both Days Standard Rate | £580 + VAT |
| Both Days NHS / Medical Expert Rate | £430 + VAT |
Early Bird Concession Rates
| 1 Day AvMA LS Member Rate | £290 + VAT |
| 1 Day Standard Rate | £338 + VAT |
| Both Days AvMA LS Member Rate | £458 + VAT |
| Both Days Standard Rate | £516 + VAT |
*Concession rates
Paralegals, trainee legal executives, junior solicitors and barristers are entitled to the concession rate. Junior solicitors and barristers must be 3 years PQE or less. This rate is not available to Fellows of CILEX.
Multiple booking discount: 15% off the total amount when you book 4 or more delegate places (including concession rates). To qualify for the multiple booking discount of 4 delegates or more, all bookings must be made at the same time.
PROGRAMME:
ACNC topics:
- Parkinsons, Consent and Medication
- Epilepsy
- Cauda Equina
- Subarachnoid haemorrhage
- Spinal tumours
- Parkinsons
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Neuro-oncology
- Epilepsy
- Neurological conditions – General Practice and A&E
- Neurotechnology
- Genetic Testing – whose choice is it anyway?
- AI generated witness statements and expert evidence
- Disclosure
- Intermediaries
- AI – who do you sue when things go wrong?
- The 2026 Legal Update
Full programme details will be announced in mid-December.
EXHIBITION & SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES – SOLD OUT
Please note we have sold out of our sponsorship/exhibition packages. Please contact Ed Maycock (conferences@avma.org.uk) if you wish to be put on the waiting list.
ACNC 2025 Delegate Quotes
“As ever the opportunity to learn from the leading experts and to meet and engage with experts, other solicitors and counsel helps one’s practise when one gets back to the office.”
“Excellent speakers on legal and medical updates plus essential networking with exhibitors and other attendees”
“Excellent conference, I came away feeling energised and enthused.”
“Great networking opportunities – offered an opportunity to connect with old, existing and potentially new clients.”
“Thank you so much for organising a fantastic conference and I look forward to joining you in Leeds next year.”
Accommodation details:
MICE Concierge will again be the official accommodation and concierge service for the event, giving event attendees better rates and a choice of hotels. Once you have booked your conference place, book your accommodation at one of the official room blocks for the event. For personal assistance, please call +44 (0)1438 908770 or e-mail natalie.newman@miceconcierge.com
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March 19, 2026 - March 20, 2026
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Venue: Royal Armouries Museum
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