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Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc.

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Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc.

African-American women judges and attorneys dedicated to charitable and community-based services.⚖️
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BWL was founded in 1975 after a small group of Los Angeles based African-American women judges and attorneys held a luncheon meeting to discuss the marked absence of an organization which addressed the needs and concerns of African-American women in the legal profession. The dialogue and events that followed became the genesis of BWL. Over the years, BWL branched out and grew through its various c

ommunity projects and committee activities. The first BWL scholarship luncheon was held in 1975 at the Medallion Restaurant. Since then, BWL has raised scholarship funds annually for second and third year law students through its annual fundraising efforts by the Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Foundation. In 1982, BWL and Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles (“WLALA”) co-founded the Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law (“Center”). The Center has evolved into one of the primary providers of pro bono family law services in Los Angeles County. In recognition of BWL's significant community contributions as a founder and co-sponsor of the Center, the National Conference of Women Bar Associations presented its first annual Public Service Award to BWL and WLALA in July 1985. In 1991, BWL was among the various ethnic minority bar associations that formed the Multicultural Bar Alliance. Through its continued involvement and support of this alliance, BWL offers a needed channel for communication for attorneys of color, both outside and within the African-American community. In 1992, the BWL Foundation was established to support and fund BWL's numerous charitable, educational and community-based services. BWL also gives holiday food baskets to needy families, donations to shelters for the homeless and battered women, and strives to expand its outreach programs to schools. The viability of BWL’s programs is dependent upon your support and commitment. Thank you for your interest and commitment to our organization.

09/08/2026

BWL cordially invites you to join us at our 51st Annual Installation and Awards Dinner and Gala, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm at Hotel Indigo.✨

We will be recognizing the accomplishments of our outstanding honorees:

- Diversity Champion Award: Theresa Cropper | Law Firm Diversity Pioneer (Ret.)

- Judicial Achievement Award: Justice Audrey B. Collins (Ret.)

- Corporate Excellence Award: Rhea Ricard | Director and Managing Counsel at BNY

And celebrating the installation of our incoming president, Alisha Burgin, and the 2026-2027 board!💗

For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, use the link in our bio!✅

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Installation Committee Co-Chairs, Devon Hein and Gerloni Cotton, at [email protected].

08/26/2026

BWL cordially invites you to join us at our 51st Annual Installation and Awards Dinner and Gala, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm at Hotel Indigo.✨

We will be recognizing the accomplishments of our outstanding honorees and celebrating the installation of our incoming president, Alisha Burgin, and the rest of the 2026-2027 board!💗

For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, use the link in our bio!✅

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Installation Committee Co-Chairs, Devon Hein and Gerloni Cotton, at [email protected].

08/18/2026

Start your Saturday morning with some self-care at “Stroll & Stretch,” taking place on August 29, 2026, from 9:00AM - 12:00PM!🌴🧘🏾‍♀️

This will be a beautiful time to slow down with a yoga flow and a guided neighborhood walk in View Park, CA! Bring your water, sunscreen, and a yoga mat. Limited mat rentals available on a first come first served basis.🌞

Register now for FREE using the link in our bio!✅

08/17/2026

There’s still time to register for “From Surviving to Thriving,” taking place on August 20th from 6PM-8PM via Zoom!🗓️

Join us for an important discussion of the impact of substance abuse and mental health issues on our well-being as individuals and competence as legal professionals!☝🏾

You’ll hear from Jacquesline Bolaji, LISCW, a clinical psychotherapist who specializes in treating Black women lawyers, and Catherine Ongiri, Esq., who oversees the State Bar of California’s Lawyer Assistance Program’s support services.✨

We will explore the prevalence of substance abuse/mental health issues in the profession, causes, the impact on well-being and our competence as legal professionals, self-assessment, and available resources, all from a perspective that is accessible to all, but tailored to Black women lawyers.

An application for California MCLE credit (wellness/prevention and detection) is pending approval.

NOTE - Two-Step Registration✅: (1) register at the link in our bio, then (2) register at the zoom link provided by email.

08/14/2026

The Young Lawyers Committee strikes again with another beautiful and successful event!🌞

Thank you so much to everyone who attended the Summer Soirée! Also, a HUGE thanks to our amazing vendors and sponsors!!💗

S/O to Bria Saunders and Justice Turner, chairs of the BWL and Young Lawyers Committees, for organizing a great event!

08/11/2026

Join us for an important discussion of the impact of substance abuse and mental health issues on our well-being as individuals and competence as legal professionals!☝🏾

You’ll hear from Jacquesline Bolaji, LISCW, a clinical psychotherapist who specializes in treating Black women lawyers, and Catherine Ongiri, Esq., who oversees the State Bar of California’s Lawyer Assistance Program’s support services.✨

We will explore the prevalence of substance abuse/mental health issues in the profession, causes, the impact on well-being and our competence as legal professionals, self-assessment, and available resources, all from a perspective that is accessible to all, but tailored to Black women lawyers.

An application for California MCLE credit (wellness/prevention and detection) is pending approval.

NOTE - Two-Step Registration✅: (1) register at the link in our bio, then (2) register at the zoom link provided by email.

08/03/2026

Register NOW for the Annual Summer Soirée, taking place on August 8, 2026, from 1-4PM in View Park, CA!🌞

This event is presented by the BWL and Young Lawyers Committees and is a perfect opportunity for some fun, sun, and professional networking!👋🏾

Register using the link in our bio✅

07/23/2026

BWL is thrilled to partner with Writers Bloc and The Ebell of Los Angeles for an Evening with NFL legend and activist, Colin Kaepernick. In his new memoir and manifesto, The Perilous Fight, Kaepernick offers an unflinching firsthand account of his life and career, the realities of his fight for racial justice, and the movement he sparked. It is, ultimately, a story about all of us and the future we are still fighting to build.✊🏾✨

Join us on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 7:30PM! For priority seating, please use BWL’s promotional code: BWL2026

Ticket Link: https://writersblocpresents.com/main/colin-kaepernick/

07/16/2026

A little bit of business and lots of fun!🤗 Our Annual Retreat was a success!! We stayed at in Palm Springs to gather in sisterhood, fellowship, and goal setting!🏜️

Thank you so much to our attendees and sponsors!!

07/13/2026

Let the good times continue!!🌞 Save the date for the Annual Summer Soirée, hosted by the Young Lawyers Commitees of BWL and , happening on August 8, 2026!!

Registration details coming soon!!!🗓️

07/07/2026

There’s still time to register for “A Summer Night in All White”⚓✨

Join judges, attorneys, leaders, and changemakers from across California for an unforgettable evening of elegance, live jazz, connection, and celebration at the beautiful California Yacht Club.

🌊 Friday, July 17, 2026
⚓ California Yacht Club | Marina del Rey
🥂 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
🤍 White attire encouraged

Expect:
🎷 Summer jazz vibes
✨ Stunning marina views
🤝 Meaningful networking
🥂 A room filled with some of the legal community’s most influential leaders and organizations

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for firms, organizations, and supporters who want to be part of this special evening and support LACUB’s continued mission and growth.

Register NOW at mabaattorneys.com/events

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Address

P. O. Box 8179
Los Angeles, CA
90008

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 6pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/blackwomenlawyerla

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