The Ohio Women's Bar Association (OWBA) was formed in 1991 in order to build a community of lawyers who are interested in the issues that uniquely affect women.
The Value of Membership
Consider the information below about the value of joining women’s bar associations. The OWBA is here to meet a need for leadership, networking opportunities, and dealing with issues specific to women attorneys and law students.
We are proud to sponsor (and co-sponsor) networking and educational events throughout the state for all phases of life in the legal field: full or part time attorneys, magistrates and judges, law students, and even those taking a break from the practice of law.
Many Business over Breakfast and Networking at Noon events cater to groups of local attorneys whose time for socialization is limited due to work and family demands. And, never underestimate the power of taking a day off to golf with your peers! From the true beginner, to the expert who could play amongst LPGA professionals, our golf outings offer both "how-to" clinics and 18 holes of play.
At OWBA, we believe it is important to stress educating ourselves and our communities about the changing laws, candidates running for elected office, as well as social and health issues. This is why we sponsor events such as Judge the Judges and Meet the Candidates. OWBA has also participated in heart disease and breast cancer forums. As this organization continues to grow, we pursue events which focus on the needs of our members. We are proud to have been able to pair up with the Cleveland Bar Association and the YWCA to host a series of lectures on leadership, which have turned out to be a major topic of interest and became "sold out" events.
We value the diversity of our members from various backgrounds, career paths, areas and lengths of practice. Your membership will continue to grow the organization and benefit not only yourself and your career, but of those following in your footsteps.
Article: Why Join a Women’s Bar Association?
Source: National Conference of Women's Bar Associations, Reprinted with
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To be successful, every attorney must build a network. Joining a women's bar can jumpstart this process. The opportunities for business referrals, access to resources for substantive legal and practical advice, possibilities for leadership positions, and visibility in the profession are all present in women's bar associations.
Business Referrals
A women's bar's blending of attorneys across fields of practice and geographic areas enhances the possibility of referrals. When potential clients ask for an attorney, the referrals will go to lawyers who are known personally or by reputation. For each individual who is asked to make a referral, there are .... read more
