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Charlotte Women's Bar (CWB)

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:14:23 GMT

The Charlotte Women's Bar (CWB) is the Charlotte Chapter of the NCAWA. The CWB was formed in 2004 to provide its membership a unique and personally supportive professional network. The CWB is dedicated to promoting the interests of women attorneys in the Charlotte area. Our objective is to help our members through education, networking, community involvement, mentoring opportunities and the chance to just have fun with peers. Upcoming Events Wednesday, February 29th Join your fellow Charlotte Women’s Bar members for lunch on Wednesday, February 29th at Bonterra (1829 Cleveland Ave.). Katie Tyler, LEED® AP BD+C and CEO of Tyler 2 Construction, will give her perspective on expectations in the business world, why some rules should be broken, and how her unexpected choices have influenced her success. Katie Tyler presents: “If I had followed all the rules, I wouldn’t be here.” Lunch will begin promptly at noon and the presentation will conclude by...

Thank You to Our Donors

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:49:50 GMT

NCAWA would like to thank those donors who volunteered to support our organization by enhancing their membership gift. 2012 DONORS Benefactor Members Marcia Armstrong Terra Atkinson Stella Boswell Leto Copeley Susan Dotson-Smith (Smitty) Dionne Fortner Lydia Lavelle Judith Wegner Jane Wettach Sustainer Members Loretta Biggs Lisa Brachman Holly Bryan Joslin Davis Ellen Gerber Martha Lowrance Kathleen Lucchesi Carolyn McAllaster Meyressa Schoonmaker Anne Slifkin Hon. Cheryl Spencer Anna Stein Hon. Christine Walczyk 2011 DONORS Convener Members Martha New Milam Benefactor Members Marcia Armstrong Terra Atkinson Gretchen Aycock Stella Boswell Leto Copeley Dionne Fortner Lisa Grafstein Lydia Lavelle Janet McLamb Hon. Sarah Parker Hon. Linda Stephens Sharon Thompson Jane Wettach Barbara Weyher Sustainer Members Julie Adams Lisa Brachman Holly Bryan Adrianne Chillemi Ellen Gerber Harriet Hopkins Martha Lowrance Kathleen Lucchesi Carolyn McAllaster Meyressa Schoonmaker...

Annual Conference 2012

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:33:59 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

The 34th annual NCAWA conference will be held

October 5 - 6, 2012

at the Renaissance Hotel in Asheville, NC.

Please check this page regularly for conference updates. We look forward to seeing you in the mountains!

Wake Women Attorneys (WWA)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:35:09 GMT

WWA 2012 Board of Directors President: Cathy Jordan Vice President: Mallory Lidaka Secretary: Kathleen Putiri Treasurer: Lucy Barrios At-Large Board Members: Kyla Block Amber Liggon Teresa Lynch Melinda Cope Amy Nuttall WWA Monthly Meetings and Events Upcoming meeting information will be posted on this page. You may also contact any board member listed above. February 2012 MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Wake Women Attorneys invites you to attend its monthly luncheon on Thursday, February 9, 2012. It will be held at 12:00 pm at Sitti located at 137 S Wilmington St. Raleigh, N.C. 27601. Telephone: (919) 239-4070. Our speaker will be Judge Linda McGee. Judge Linda McGee is the second most senior judge on the N.C. Court of Appeals, having served on the Court for the past sixteen years. She is a member of the Chief Justice’s Access to Justice Commission and serves as a trustee on the N.C. IOLTA Board. Judge McGee has co-chaired the NCBA Law-Related...

About NCAWA

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:13:20 GMT

The North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (NCAWA) is the organization where women lawyers in North Carolina come together to build important personal and professional relationships. The NCAWA is about women helping women. When you join the NCAWA, you can expect leadership opportunities, rewarding work on our committees, a networking forum for business development, and more.

At the NCAWA, our vision is to build a strong community of women lawyers who make a difference in the profession and in society at large. We believe a strong community of women lawyers is essential to the administration of justice.

At the NCAWA, our goals are to increase the effective participation by women in the justice system, in public office, and within the legal profession; to promote the rights of women under the law; and to promote the welfare of the women attorneys of North Carolina.

In addition to our newly-designed, interactive website, the NCAWA publishes a quarterly newsletter (“Self-Evident”) and monthly e-blast (“e-Connection”). Also, on an annual basis, the NCAWA hosts a fall conference that offers timely educational seminars, continuing legal education credits, and a chance to network with other women attorneys from across the state. Additionally, the NCAWA offers members a mechanism to influence legislation, case law and the selection of judges in the state through its Government Action Committee, Lobbyist and Judicial Endorsements Committee (a registered PAC).

If you have questions about the NCAWA or how to join and become involved, please contact NCAWA's Executive Director or the Membership Chair, Lesley Albritton.

Western North Carolina Women Attorneys

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:10:44 GMT

Serving: Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, Mitchell, McDowell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, and Yancey Counties.

Western NC 2011 Officers

President: Anna Hamrick

Vice President: Catherine Claussen

Secretary: Shannan Barclay

Treasurer: Sarah Zambon

Liaison to NCAWA: Emily Nenni

About Our Chapter

Our chapter is comprised of a diverse group of women attorneys, including litigators, mediators, prosecutors, public defenders, partners in large firms, and solo practioners. We have common goals, including promoting women in our profession and encouraging each other in our practices.

Meetings

This is a reminder that our next Western NC NCAWA lunch is scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 12:30pm at Pack’s Tavern in Asheville.

Please email Shannan Barclay at shannanbarclay@gmail.com if you will be able to come to next week’s lunch. This is to ensure adequate staffing at Pack’s. Hope to see you there!

See all events hosted by Western North Carolina Women Attorneys

Get Involved in NCAWA Committees

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:49:06 GMT

NCAWA allows women lawyers in North Carolina to come together to build important professional relationships. Participation in our committees and groups is an important part of forming such contacts. When you join one of our committees or groups, you can expect leadership opportunities, rewarding work, a networking forum for business development, and more. Committee and group work varies in duration and time commitment, with some committees serving as limited-term “project” committees and others providing year-round guidance and oversight for issue areas. The following is a list of committees and groups that you may be interested in joining:

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP SHEET

Communication and Technology Committee

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 22:54:05 GMT

The Communication and Technology Committee is charged with promoting the purposes of the NCAWA by providing informational services to the membership, to the women attorneys in North Carolina, and to the public at-large, through publication of a regularly distributed newsletter and any other publications appropriate to the needs of the organization. To accomplish these goals, this committee coordinates the creation and distribution of informational materials and manages the NCAWA's website. The committee also solicits article, papers, and web links to information that is important to North Carolina women attorneys in order to keep members informed and to encourage the exchange of ideas.

If you are interested in joining this committee, please contact the Committee Chair Caitlin Carson.

Committee Members:

Thank You to NCAWA's 2011 - 12 Sponsors: Gold Sponsor RBC Centura Bank, Silver Sponsor Lawyers Mutual, Bronze Sponsors Merrill Lynch & 4NCRecords.com, and Patron Sponsors Bliss by Sam, Case-Closed Investigations, & Thomas Court Reporting Services!

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:59:51 GMT

The NCAWA Sponsorship Program is designed to provide businesses with valuable benefits and the opportunity to be recognized as a Gold, Silver, Bronze or Patron Sponsor in a variety of NCAWA programs and materials. In turn, each sponsor's support helps NCAWA meet the needs of our growing membership by providing relevant resources, programming, and a network of legal and other professionals who support and advance the interests of women in and under the law and, in so doing, support and advanc the social, political and professional empowerment of women. NCAWA sponsors gain significant exposure and recognition in the eyes of the NCAWA's growing membership, which includes more than 500 members across North Carolina. Please contact the Chair of the Fundraising Committee, Catherine Claussen, or NCAWA's Executive Director to find out more about how you can become a sponsor! Click Here to View Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities Thank you to our 2011 - 12 Sponsors: ...

Balanced Life Workplace Awards

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:28:14 GMT

Nominations for the 2011 Balanced Life Workplace Awards are now CLOSED. Description of the BLWA The Balanced Life Workplace Awards (BLWA) are presented annually by NCAWA to employers that have distinguished themselves by establishing employment policies and practices that assist lawyers in achieving balance between their work and personal lives. Any legal employer in either the public or private sector, employing at least two or more individuals, is eligible for consideration. We will consider, among other factors, the employer’s policies and practices on work hours, office benefits or perquisites, part-time employment, flexible work schedules, leave options, effect on partnership prospects, and work-at-home or telecommuting arrangements. This year, NCAWA will be presenting the award to two categories of employers: (1) a small/medium size employer (between two and 49 attorneys); and (2) a large employer (over 50 attorneys). Purpose of the BLWA Increased participation of...

Law Students

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:24:25 GMT

The NCAWA is not just for practicing attorneys! We actively encourage law students to become involved in the organization. Our large attorney network has expertise and experience that is invaluable for a newer attorney. Here are a few reasons law students join the NCAWA: Free membership while in law school Networking opportunities for career and professional development Mentoring and career guidance, including resume review and mock interviews Leadership development Access to the NCAWA job bank Opportunities to publish an article in Self-Evident, the NCAWA newsletter $500 Scholarship Each year the NCAWA offers a $500 scholarship to a deserving female student at each of North Carolina's seven law schools. The scholarship committee at each law school establishes selection criteria based on NCAWA’s goals and mission. Ideal candidates are leaders in their schools as well as their communities. Candidates should be aware of the obstacles women attorneys face and display a...

Bar Diversity Committee

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:25:19 GMT

The North Carolina State Bar is responsible for the regulation of the legal profession. Unlike voluntary bar associations, every North Carolina licensed attorney must be a member of the State Bar and is subject to it rules and regulations. The State Bar is governed by a body of Councilors elected from each judicial district, and three appointed public members. There are currently sixty elected State Bar Councilors of which only ten are women and only a few represent racial minorities. The Bar Diversity Committee works to increase diversity at the North Carolina State Bar by promoting the election and appointment of women and minorities to the State Bar Council, its Committees, Agencies, and Boards.

Are you interested in joining the Bar Diversity Committee?

If you are interested in joining the Bar Diversity Committee, please contact one of the committee members listed below.

Chapter Development and Support Committee

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:02:22 GMT

The Chapter Development and Support Committee facilitates relations between the state and existing chapters. When practical, the committee provides support for statewide programs, ensures consistent rules, and offers guidelines and orientation to chapter officers. The committee also helps the Board of Directors identify opportunities for expansion and assist with the creation of new chapters. Whenever possible, each chapter designates at least one member to serve on this committee. The President-Elect serves as Chair to this committee.

Committee Members

Chair: Melissa Walker (Raleigh liaison)

Terra Atkinson (Charlotte liaison)
Nancy Mayer (Durham/Orange County liaison)
Leah Broker (Western NC liaison)
Julie Meigs (Raleigh, NC)

Education Committee

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:41:10 GMT

The Education Committee organizes the Annual Conference, which is held at different locations throughout the state of North Carolina, doing everything from selecting keynote and CLE speakers to arranging for publicity, hotel accommodations, and manuscripts. The conference provides an opportunity every year for NCAWA members to gather and share experiences and training. We also use this conference to conduct our annual business meeting and determine legislative resolutions for the upcoming year. Committee Members Chair: Susan Barbour Dionne Fortner Lesley Albritton Dee Wallis Terra Atkinson Erin Rall Maggie Davis Rachel Blunk Alyssa Levine Meisha Evans Betsy Martin Mallory Lidaka Mary Robinson Susan Dotson-Smith If you are interested in joining the Education Committee, please contact Committee Chair Susan Barbour.

Nominating and Public Service Awards Committee

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:12:04 GMT

The Nominating and Public Service Awards Committee has played a crucial role in assisting women attorneys in their quest to be appointed to the judiciary and commissions, where women continue to be under-represented. We make endorsements to state and federal judicial positions, State Bar Council Seats, and any other appointments that will further the goals of the organization. The committee evaluates requests for endorsements and makes appropriate recommendations to the Governor or other appointing authority. In addition to its work on judicial appointments, the committee has helped increase the numbers of women on boards and commissions of the North Carolina State Bar, such as the Disciplinary Hearing Commission, the Board of Law Examiners, and the Board of Legal Specialization. For our own organization, the committee selects recipients of the Gwyneth B. Davis public service awards, which are presented at the organization's annual meeting, and assists the President with...

Membership Committee

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:06:42 GMT

The Membership Committee works primarily on recruiting new members and retaining current members. Income from membership dues is the primary source of NCAWA's operating funds. The recruitment efforts of this committee and the work of the Executive Director are critical to the survival of the organization. The Membership Committee Wants to Hear From You! Please call, write, or email Membership Committee Chair Lesley Albritton with your news: certifications, presentations, publications, awards, appointments, exhibits, etc., are all items the NCAWA membership would like to acknowledge in a “Member News” article. Feel free to include a photo if you like. Please also let Lesley know if you would like to be the subject of an entire article or profile (referred to as A Member You Should Know) that would contain further biographical information. In each NCAWA newsletter, there will be one A Member You Should Know column per Self-Evident (NCAWA's quarterly newsletter)...

2011-12 Board of Directors

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:15:01 GMT

President President-Elect Vice President Terra Atkinson Bank of America (Charlotte, NC) Melissa Walker Lewis & Roberts, PLLC (Raleigh, NC) Lesley Albritton Legal Aid (Greenville, NC) Treasurer Secretary Immediate Past President Catherine Claussen Wimer & Associates (Asheville, NC) Dee Wallis Wallis Law Firm, P.A. (Raleigh, NC) Holly Bryan UNC School of Law (Chapel Hill, NC) Education Committee ChairCareer Support & Advancement Committee Chair Government Action Committee Co-Chair Susan Barbour McGuire Wood & Bissette, P.A. (Asheville, NC) Jessica Leaven Glenn, Mills, Fisher & Mahoney, P.A. (Durham, NC) Adrianne Chillemi Hamilton Moon Stephens Steele & Martin (Charlotte, NC) ...

Member Benefits

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:50:00 GMT

Leadership Development We encourage our members to become involved in one or more of our committees. The experience gained is invaluable, and provides a great foundation for further leadership positions. Professional Development Each year, through our Chapters and Annual Conference, the NCAWA organizes a wide variety of dynamic programs. Typically held during lunchtime or after work, our programs address topics that include substantive legal issues, practice development, career development, and matters of general concern to all women. These programs feature experts, authors, dignitaries, and government officials, many of whom are our very own members. An Instant Network Membership in the NCAWA opens doors. Through your involvement in the NCAWA, you have the opportunity to network with women and men who are at the very top of our profession. Members of the NCAWA support each other, developing mentoring relationships, serving as role models, and creating opportunities for one another....

Government Action Committee

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 14:41:50 GMT

The Government Action Committee's goal is to promote issues of concern to NCAWA within the legislative and administrative branches of government. Its purposes are to: Study issues related to NCAWA objectives in order to educate its members; Recommend positions on those issues to the NCAWA lobbyist, its members, and the Board of Directors; Organize advocacy to the legislative and administrative branches of government on positions taken by the organization; Maintain the presence of the NCAWA in the legislative process; and Maintain contact with legislative committees of other bar groups and women's organizations. The Committee works with NCAWA lobbyist, Colleen Kochanek, to further NCAWA's legislative agenda at the General Assembly. Our lobbying efforts focus on proposed legislation in the areas of violence against women; reproductive freedom; maintenance of economic stability through enforcement of child support and alimony; equal treatment of women in the courts; and increasing...

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