Nell Hennessy Moot Court Competition

The Ninth Annual Ellen A. (Nell) Hennessy Employee Benefits Moot Court Competition was held March 6-7, 2026, at the Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law, in Washington, D.C. This competition featured 16 teams from across the country facing off for $4,500 in prizes. Please see the press release for information on the 2026 competition winners.

Named in memory of Nell Hennessy—a fearless advocate for the rights of employee benefit plan participants and retirees—this unique competition promotes and recognizes the finest oral and written advocacy on critical issues in employee benefits appellate litigation.

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors:

• DLA Piper LLP (US)
  Platinum Sponsor
• Palmeri & Eisenberg
  Platinum Sponsor
• Calfee
  Gold Sponsor

Check back for dates and information on the 2027 competition.