Women and the Law

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.

Donation Drive

Donate to women and children in need across Illinois! Bring your donations to any drop off location before December 1, 2022, or to the ISBA Midyear Meeting on December 8 - 10, 2022, in Chicago. Find out more about the donation drive.

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