NORML Key West Legal Seminar

November 12-14, 2026 • Key West, Florida

The NORML Key West Legal Seminar will be held November 12-14 at the The Reach Key West. This fully accredited legal seminar has become a wonderful opportunity to spend time in a relaxed setting with old friends, and to make new friends, who share your opposition to marijuana prohibition.

Resort Accommodations

Set on the only private natural sand beach in Key West, The Reach is an excellent base for water sports, including sailing, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Duval Street and the Southernmost Point are steps away, and The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is just a short walk.

Relax in stylish rooms and suites with a nautical theme, all with their own balcony where you can enjoy your morning coffee and soak up the sun while enjoying beautiful views. Lounge by the oceanfront pool or feel the sand between your toes on the island’s only natural sand beach. Find a variety of outdoor activities and exciting watersports, including snorkeling, scuba diving, and fishing.

The Reach’s signature restaurant, Four Marlins, is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Expect fresh-caught fish, locally sourced ingredients, an impressive wine list, and thoughtfully crafted cocktails. The atmosphere is casually elegant with a friendly bar locals enjoy, and inside and outside dining designed to capture ocean views some say are the best in all the Florida Keys.

NORML arranges for a discounted block of rooms. Please reserve yours early to be sure you are able to take advantage of the discounted rate as the room block is limited and sells out quickly.

Seminar Events

Breakfast is provided for attendees each morning at the seminar.

Thursday evening, join fellow attendees for an informal gathering at the resort. Food and beverage available for purchase.

Friday evening, take in a memorable view of Key West’s most famous sights while the sun works its magic turning the sky brilliant colors on the Jolly II Rover’s famous “Red Sails in the Sunset” 2 hour sunset sail. The Jolly II Rover, with plenty of seating, smooth ride, and signature red sails, will ignite your passion for traditional tall ship sailing. Join the crew and hoist the sails or sit back, relax and take in the experience. Sign up at the seminar registration desk. Purchase tickets in advance or prior to boarding at Key West’s Historic Seaport.

Saturday evening, bid a fond farewell to the Conch Republic at our Jimmy Buffett-themed reception. Enjoy cheeseburgers in paradise and margaritas while the sun sets. NORML will present the Al Horn Award.

Gerry Goldstein, Esq.

This annual event is an excellent legal seminar with outstanding speakers from around the country. CLE credit is available for this 3-day program from all states that require continuing legal education credits for their attorneys.

Non-Lawyers Welcome

Key West traveler

Not an attorney or don’t need CLE credits? We’ve got a discounted rate just for you. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet national legal experts as we work our way from marijuana prohibition to cannabis freedom.

Become a member of the NORML Legal Committee and receive a $100 reduction on this and future seminar registration fees.

Scholarship

John Zwerling

John Kenneth Zwerling (“JZ”) was an original founding member of the NORML Legal Committee, and a national leader in the field of criminal defense.

NORML has endowed a scholarship in his name for a lawyer to attend the NORML Key West Legal Seminar. The scholarship includes airfare, lodging seminar hotel, and seminar registration. 

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