Law Day Letters: Illinois legal leaders sound off on this year’s Law Day theme: “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.” Read the essay by Joan A. Akalaonu, President of the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago at https://t.co/cJ0y5XgLBK. (Free to read.)
Have you registered for the Future Is Now on April 30? Review the full agenda and speaker details on our conference registration page and join us for a dynamic experience. https://t.co/loR80lmMjk
March is Women’s History Mo & w/ the 2026 theme of "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future," I am inspired by the women whose vision, courage & leadership have shaped industries, strengthened communities, & expanded opportunity.
Artwork by Karen Hallion!
As new generations of lawyers enter legal workplaces, mentoring is an intentional way to create a culture of belonging.
Learn more from a mentor and mentees who participate in the Commission's lawyer-to-lawyer mentoring program through @BWLAChicago. https://t.co/VbmEb2Ark6
In this Q&A, @jtreelive spoke to Jerry King, Founder and Partner at King & Bondi, LLC, where he is committed to serving the underrepresented communities of Illinois. King also serves as President of the Black Bar Association of Will County. https://t.co/w9OQ7Yo4q6
In this Q&A, we spoke to Antonio C. Lee, President of the @CookCountyBar.
Antonio mentions several CCBA events that support the organization's mission, including the upcoming Minority Job Fair on February 27.
https://t.co/gWoic0LtwG
We recently spoke to Joan A. Akalaonu, President of @BWLAChicago, and a Partner in Business & Litigation at @FaegreDrinker. Joan shared how she is building an ‘enduring legacy’ during her presidency. https://t.co/QUL1Ek0r95
In just this short glimpse into their mentoring relationship, @BWLAChicago's Lisa M. Kpor, Maryam Muhammad, and Mona Ahmed share how they've explored work-life balance, leadership, goal setting, imposter syndrome, and showing up authentically at work. https://t.co/7bcDb1WA8D
The Illinois Lawyers' Assistance Program (LAP) invites all Illinois judges and lawyers to take part in a confidential survey. Your feedback will help strengthen support for those facing challenges. Please watch for the survey invitation in your inbox.
Celebrate the career of outgoing Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans at this year's Symposium! Sign up to be part of this special event: https://t.co/F0aGn0XEWo
💜❕24-Hour Flash Sale❕💜
Tickets to BWLA’s signature Sips for Scholarships event are only $50 for the next 24 hours!
Tickets can be purchased here: https://t.co/varkFRQthC
Silent auction items can be bid on here: https://t.co/wCPuLF5PIX
BWLA is hoping & praying for all the best and success for all those taking the bar exam this week! You've studied, sacrificed, & poured your heart into this next step in your legal career. Trust your preparation, believe in your brilliance, & walk into the exam w/ confidence.
Sign up today to join BWLA at this year’s Bud Billiken Parade on Saturday, August 9 as we continue our tradition of handing out backpacks and school supplies to youth during the parade!
Register to join us thru the link in our bio!
#EnduringLegacy#BudBilliken
BWLA is honored to have Juliette Pryor, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of Lowe's, as a featured speaker at this year's BWLA Spring Fundraiser Gala, Forging Ahead: Celebrating Her Legal Prowess!
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BWLA is honored to have U.S. Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14), as a featured speaker at this year's BWLA Spring Fundraiser Gala, Forging Ahead: Celebrating Her Legal Prowess!
Purchase your Gala tickets today thru the link in our bio!
Purchase tickets today for BWLA’s Annual Spring Fundraiser Gala, Forging Ahead: Celebrating Her Legal Prowess.
Tickets can be purchased through the link in our bio!