Founded in 1975, Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc. is a non-profit corporation whose mission is dedicated to charitable, educational and community-based services, and addressing the needs and concerns of African-American women in the legal profession.
“Our theme recognizes our ability to shape future generations, and the importance of doing so, through service and leadership.“
Founded in 1975 by a small group of Los Angeles based African-American women judges and attorneys, Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc. is a non-profit corporation whose mission is dedicated to charitable, educational and community-based services.
“Our theme recognizes our ability to shape future generations, and the importance of doing so, through service and leadership.“
Congratulations to 2024-2025 BWL President Shardé Skahan on her installation as President of BWL! We wish Shardé and the 2024-2025 board much success as they continue to guide the future generation of lawyers.
On September 28th, the Black Women Lawyers, Inc. hosted our 49th Annual Installation and Awards Dinner at the Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. The evening was inspirational and elegant, bringing together legal professionals, bar association leaders,
From June 10-June 16, 2024 Black Women Lawyers of Los Angeles, Inc. traveled abroad to the historic Château d’Hauteville in Switzerland. We are thrilled to share highlights from our Inaugural Abroad Trip. Built in the
On June 1, 2024, BWL’s charitable arm, Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Foundation held its 48th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Awards Luncheon at the Marina del Rey Marriott. The theme was “Visionaries: Making
On Saturday May 18, 2024 Black Women Lawyers of Los Angeles, Inc. held our 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk through the historic Leimert Park corridor. This Wellness event allowed us to engage our bodies and mind
This special endowment, in memory of Justice Spencer, will enable high achieving Southwestern students who receive a judicial externship with an award. The fund may also provide scholarship support to Southwestern students.
Our Pro Bono committee provides much needed legal support to the community through various initiatives and partnerships. Under the leadership of our Pro Bono Chair, we will continue to support the FAME Legal Clinic, Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law, and support the Mayor’s Fund for Los Angeles’ We Are LA SHLA Pro Bono Homelessness Prevention Program.
Check out our Summer 2024 Newsletter featuring articles from our members and a year in review recap from 2023-2024 BWL President Ronni Whitehead Otieno.
BWL offers many opportunities for career development, education, mentoring and networking.
