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WELCOME TO THE

BROOKLYN WOMEN'S
BAR ASSOCIATION

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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

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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

  • BWBA Holiday Party
    BWBA Holiday Party
    Tue, Dec 03
    Brooklyn Law School
    BWBA Holiday Party
    Dec 03, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Brooklyn Law School, 205 State St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
    SAVE THE DATE! DECEMBER 3 at 5:30 PM
    Learn more
  • Lunch with a Judge ft. Hon. Larry D. Martin
    Lunch with a Judge ft. Hon. Larry D. Martin
    Tue, Dec 17
    Via Zoom
    Lunch with a Judge ft. Hon. Larry D. Martin
    Dec 17, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Via Zoom
    Join the BWBA for our Lunch with a Judge series featuring the Hon. Larry D. Martin, Supreme Court Justice of Kings County.
    RSVP

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:

  • FREE Continuing Legal Education Programs.

  • 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.

  • Opportunity to join or chair one of our many committees.

  • Automatic joint membership in the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York (WBASNY).

  • 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

is a chapter of:

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GET INVOLED

COMMITTEES

Our Committees are a key component to our success and the heart of the BWBA. Join a Committee. Get involved.  To join any one of WBANSY's over 40 committees and represent the BWBA on the state level, please contact our President, Madeline D. Kirton by filling out our contact form.

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BWBA HISTORY

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.

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Hon. Cenceria P. Edwards, JSC, CPA

President, Brooklyn Women’s Bar Association 2024-2025

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