Capture the inspiration and fellowship of these five esteemed women lawyers as they share their stories on Sunday, August 4, 2024, 3-5:30 p.m. CT at the Swissotel Chicago.
Margaret Brent Awards Ceremony & Reception
Join us on Sunday, August 4, 2024, 3-5:30 p.m. CT at the Swissotel Chicago, in conjunction with the ABA Annual Meeting, to honor five outstanding women lawyers who have achieved professional excellence and paved the way for other women in the legal profession.
Sponsorship Opportunities
It’s past time to flip the narrative. This essential and timely report reveals the prevalence and impact of parenting and child caregiving on legal professionals.
how and why the everyday work experiences of women lawyers with children differ from men with children.
The ABA Commission on Women in the Profession collaborated with the National Native American Bar Association on this new report.
Programs and Resources for Native American Women Attorneys
The Commission on Women in the Profession comprises of twelve members appointed by the ABA President. Its mission is to secure the full and equal participation of women in the ABA, the legal profession, and the justice system.
Get a fresh, innovative angle on the issues that are important and relevant to women in the legal profession by subscribing to Perspectives, the magazine for and about women lawyers. ABA women members can receive Perspectives in an electronic format at no additional cost.
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As the voice of the legal community, the ABA offers career-building opportunities, advocates for the profession and promotes the rule of law world wide.
The Commission welcomes your feedback. Please get in touch to learn more about our programs.
Commission on Domestic & Sexual Violence
Center for Human Rights
Center for Professional Responsibility
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Center
Center for Bar Leadership
Join us for “America’s 250th Anniversary and the Contributions of Women: Past, Present and Future” featuring Rosie Rios, chair of America 250 and former Treasurer of the United States, and Frédérique Irwin, President and CEO, National Women’s History Museum.
