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Want to take the next step in your law career?   Register for LaddHer Up! This unique retreat brings together women associates in their first ten years of practice to learn leadership skills, network with other professionals, and receive mentorship from women general counsel. Next year's event will be November 12-14, 2025 at the Silverado Resort in Napa, CA.    Spots are already filling up, so book yours now: https://buff.ly/3JJn9TY   #womanlawyer #abogada #blackwomenlawyers #firstgenlawyer #biglaw #barassociation #womeninlaw #instalawyer #lawyered #ladylawyer #lawfirmlife #lawyerstyle

Are you in the middle of law school applications? Gearing up to take the LSAT in the next few months?   Sign up for our Pre-Law Foundations Course! This free online course has tons of resources to help you on every step of your journey to law school, from LSAT prep to figuring out the financials.    Join now: https://buff.ly/3Xw0sH2    #lawschoolbound #collegestudents #nontraditionalstudent #phialphadelta #lawfraternity #springsemester #legalstudies #honorsociety #justgraduated #bachelorsdegree #hercampus #youngandeducated

Last week we welcomed 55 middle-school students to our Determined to Rise Academies in Chicago and Boston!    These young leaders got the chance to learn about the legal profession and see themselves as future lawyers. Thank you to our incredible partners for making this possible: Northwestern Pritzker School of Law Gender Equity Initiative, Urban League of Eastern MA, and Northeastern University School of Law.    And of course a huge thank-you to our sponsors: Massachusetts Bar Foundation, McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd., Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Verizon, Husch Blackwell, Troutman Pepper, Turco Legal, PC, Sidley Austin LLP, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Boston Bar Association, Anderson & Kreiger LLP, and Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association. 

Curious about continuing to build your career roadmap?   Read our latest blog post by Kristina Bilowus all about Career Counseling. In this fourth installment of her series around career exploration, you'll learn about the benefits of a Career Counseling Office and why you should take advantage of this critical resource.   https://buff.ly/3YMkGPF

Are you committed to making a difference for women in law?   Apply to join the Ms. JD Board of Directors! We're looking for dedicated individuals to help shape the future of women in the legal profession, and are especially looking for diverse leaders with experience in non-profit finance or governance, experience in academia, government or military, experience at a law firm, in-house counsel, law students and male allies.   Applications are due by November 20, so submit yours today! https://buff.ly/4dYmSco   #legalcommunity #legaleducation #legalprofession #lsac #lawschool #lawyers #attorneysatlaw #leadership #boardofdirectors

Don't forget – nominations for the Ms. JD Limitless Awards close this weekend!   This is your last chance to lift up the incredible women and organizations making a difference in the legal community. Nominations close at 11:59pm ET on Sunday, October 27.   Submit a nomination today! https://buff.ly/46eRguZ  

Failed the bar exam?   Although it may feel devastating, it's not the end of the world. Read Sara Santoyo's latest blog post for a game plan on regaining momentum after failing the bar exam.    https://buff.ly/4hhb8UT

There's still time to sign up for our Determined to Rise Academy in Boston!  Do you know a middle-school student interested in the legal field? Sign them up for our FREE one-day academy in law and leadership. They'll enjoy fun workshops, inspiring speakers, and the chance to see themselves as future members of the legal profession.  Register now: https://buff.ly/4aa7qHT Thank you to our partner Urban League of Eastern MA and to our sponsors Massachusetts Bar Foundation, Verizon, Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Sidley Austin LLP, Turco Legal, PC, and Boston Bar Association

There are just under 2 weeks left to nominate someone for a Limitless Award!  Help us to lift up the work of women law students and attorneys and celebrate their dedication and commitment to gender equity in law. Nominations close October 27 – and yes, you can nominate yourself!   Learn more here: https://buff.ly/46eRguZ  

Are you passionate about empowering women in the legal profession?   Join the Ms. JD Board of Directors! We're seeking dedicated individuals to help shape the future of women in law. Applications are due by November 20, 2024.   Learn more and apply today at https://buff.ly/4dYmSco   #law #legal #attorney #lawyer #litigation #instalaw #lawyersofinstagram #lawyers #lawyerlife #lawschool #lawyering #legalhustle #lawstudents #legaltips