BWBA’s mission is to Promote, Protect and Further the Rights of Women.
BWBA is a Chapter of WBASNY
A century ago, on April 11, 1918, nine dynamic women lawyers united to form the Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association (BWBA) for the purpose of achieving equality, diversity, fairness and opportunity for women lawyers and all women.
Since then, the Association has grown to include over 400 members and, through its affiliation with the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York (WBASNY), has spearheaded countless advances for women. This article traces the history of the BWBA from 2005 to the Association’s centennial in 2018.
About the BWBA
Join the prestigious Brooklyn Women's Bar Association and become part of a vibrant community of over 400 dedicated professionals who have been at the forefront of advancing women's roles in the legal field. By filling out our application, you'll gain access to a network that not only supports professional growth and development but also spearheads initiatives and programs aimed at creating significant advancements for women in law. Don't miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and lead alongside fellow advocates committed to making a difference. Step into a circle of influence and empowerment.
BECOME A BWBA MEMBER
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thu, Jan 23Sams Lord’s ResortJan 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMSams Lord’s Resort, BarbadosPlease join the Brooklyn Women’s Bar, Brooklyn Bar and Caribbean American Lawyers Association as we conference and host outstanding continuing legal education courses in Barbados, March 11-March 16, 2025!
Tue, Jan 28BrooklynJan 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMBrooklyn, 45 Monroe Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USAYou are cordially invited to the Brooklyn Women's Bar Association's Judiciary Night. January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm.
Wed, Jan 29ZoomJan 29, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMZoomJoin us with a Lunch with Kings County Clerk Commissioner Nancy T. Sunshine! https://bwba.formstack.com/forms/lunch_with_judge_kings_county_clerk_commissioner_nancy_t_sunshine
Membership Benefits
THE NEW MEMBERSHIP YEAR BEGINS JUNE 1ST
Membership is open to all attorneys, judges, law students, and law school graduates awaiting admission. Membership benefits include:
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FREE Continuing Legal Education Programs.
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Participation in our one of a kind, members-only "Lunch with a Judge" Series, including our exclusive Lunch with the Justices of the Appellate Division, Second Department.
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Opportunity to join or chair one of our many committees.
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Automatic joint membership in the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York (WBASNY).
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Participation in our stellar events, including our Membership Party, Holiday Party, and Judiciary Night Reception, honoring newly-elected, re-elected, appointed, and elevated Judges of Kings County.
WHY THE BWBA
Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association
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COMMITTEES
Hon. Cenceria P. Edwards, JSC, CPA
President, Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association 2024-2025