SBA Presents: Barrister’s Ball 2025

Get ready for an elegant and eventful night at the museum (no pun intended)! It’s finally time for the UHLC Student Bar Association Annual Barrister’s Ball! Join us on Friday, March 28th, 2025, at the Houston Museum of Natural Science – Morian Hall of Paleontology (5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030) from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM. This is an open bar event (beverage options vary by package), no drink tickets necessary, so be sure to arrive early to celebrate completing another year of law school and make the most of your night!

Regular Ticket Sale Information & Prices:

Ticket Classifications for Barrister’s Ball: Alcohol & Non-Alcohol

Alcohol Tickets: $60 for Active (Paid) Members | $100 for Inactive Members & Guests

Non-Alcohol Tickets: $45 for Active (Paid) Members | $80 for Inactive Members & Guests

Perks: Open Bar, Passed Appetizers, Event Photography, & Guaranteed Good Vibes!

Attire: Formal Wear

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Executive Events Director, Grace Daigre, at dgdaigre@cougarnet.uh.edu.

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NOTE: You should receive a copy of your Ticket Confirmation & RSVP Form upon submission. We will dispatch your Digital Ticket within 72 hours of the date of the event (Tuesday, March 25th).

Event Indemnification &
Waiver of Liability Provisions

By purchasing a ticket for, and attending the, 2025 Barrister’s Ball (the “Event”), at the Houston Museum of Natural Science located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030 (the “Venue”), the ticket holder (“Attendee”) agrees to the following terms:

The Attendee assumes all risks associated with participation in the Event, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, or loss. The Attendee further agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the UHLC Student Bar Association, the University of Houston Law Center, its officers, agents, representatives, and affiliates (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from and against any and all claims, demands, suits, judgments, losses, costs, and expenses, including attorney’s fees, arising out of or related to the Attendee’s participation in the Event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by Texas law.

The Attendee acknowledges that this indemnification and waiver of liability is binding upon themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns. The Attendee further agrees that any legal proceedings arising out of participation in the Event shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Harris County, Texas, and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

Event Notices

The Student Bar Association (SBA) is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all attendees of the 2025 Barrister’s Ball. To maintain the integrity of this event, the following policies will be strictly enforced:

  1. Behavioral Expectations:
    • Any unruly, disruptive, or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
    • Attendees engaging in conduct that compromises the safety or enjoyment of others may be subject to immediate removal from the venue premises.
  2. Ticket and Entry Policies:
    • Violation of ticket permissions, including but not limited to, unauthorized resale, duplication, or transfer of tickets, is strictly prohibited.
    • Attendees found in breach of ticketing policies will be denied entry and/or removed from the venue premises.
  3. Compliance with Applicable University of Houston and/or SBA Policies:
    • All attendees are expected to adhere to University of Houston Law Center and SBA policies, including any codes of conduct.
    • Violations of these policies during the event may result in appropriate disciplinary action, including removal from the premises.
  4. Consequences for Violations:
    • Any attendee removed from the event for any of the above reasons may be subject to a 1-year ban from attending any SBA-sponsored events.

The SBA reserves the right to take such further actions as deemed necessary, including notifying UHLC administration and security/law enforcement personnel. Your cooperation is essential to ensuring a safe and enjoyable evening for all. By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to abide by these terms.