The mission of the ISBA Standing Committee on Women and the Law
- To study and to focus on areas of law uniquely affecting women;
- Assess, design, and implement programs designed to satisfy womens unmet legal needs;
- Study and recommend legislation uniquely affecting women;
- Provide a forum for action relating to women's issues; and,
- Explore ways to encourage women in their involvement in the legal community at all levels.
Meet Our Past Chairs
- Cindy G. Buys - 2020 – 2021
- Kelly T. Bennett - 2019 – 2020
- Emily N. Masalski - 2015 – 2016
- AnneMarie Kill - 2009 – 2010
- Judge Celia Gamrath - 2003 – 2004
- Susan Goldberg - 2000 – 2001
- Irene F. Bahr - 1994 – 1996
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March 11Online
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March 12Online
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March 26Chicago
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March 27Online
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April 23Chicago
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- March 3, 2026 | | Zoom
- March 13, 2026 | | Chicago
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