Building a Bright Future
We are the Women's Bar Association of Illinois
The Women’s Bar Association of Illinois was founded to promote the interests and welfare of women lawyers in 1914. For over 100 years, we’ve been doing exactly that to build a bright future for female attorneys in our state.
Throughout the year, we host social, educational, and philanthropic events for our members that keep our purpose in mind. Ranging from new attorneys to those who are established in their careers, we encourage friendship and camaraderie among our members while promoting and protecting the interests and rights of women.
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Featured Event
Top Women Lawyers & Legislators in Leadership Awards
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023
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We support mentorship, continuing education, networking and connection with dozens of events each year.
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Member Spotlight
Mindy Schwab
Commercial Litigator // Lynch Thompson LLPMindy Schwab, Commercial Litigator at Lynch Thompson LLP, enjoys the strategy and team collaboration required to work through complex issues, as well as putting arguments into writing to persuade the intended audience. She attends WBAI events and appreciates the variety of opportunities WBAI provides for women to meet and learn from other professional women.
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