Since 2021, the NAWL Rising List recognizes early- to mid-career attorneys committed to NAWL’s mission by either advancing women in the profession or advocating for women under the law.
⭐ The 2025 NAWL Rising List: ⭐
Katelin Anderbery Alexandria Casperson Carla M. Castello Jenn French Jasbir Kaur Khalsa Janet J. Lee Anna Lloyd Melanie MacBride Moya Novella Avani Patel Michelle Pernicek Nikita A. Ramaswamy Lauren Roseman Roya Samarghandi Nicole M. Smithson Marlow Svatek Karly Valenzuela Nicolle Vasquez Del Favero
Nominations will open for the 2026 NAWL Rising List on July 15.
Tools to Make Sense of this Moment
Staying up on the latest news and legal happenings is challenging right now. Each week, we'll aim to share the essential resources and news related to NAWL's mission.
Tomorrow - Wed, Mar. 19 | Virtual Join the New York City Bar for their free webinar, Ethical Challenges Facing Government Lawyers. This program will bring together scholars who focus on legal ethics and lawyers with government experience to address ethical and related issues that have arisen and hopefully provide guidance in these uncertain times. Learn more and register>
Tue, Mar. 25 | Virtual Join the Women's Bar Association of D.C. for their free webinar, Beyond Government: Expert Tips for Landing Your Next Legal Role. This program is meant for government attorneys considering a transition to the private sector. Learn more and register>
Fri, Mar. 28 | Salt Lake City, UT and Virtual Join the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah for their free symposium Navigating the Practical Implications of Medical Practice and Healthcare in a Post-Dobbs World. Legal experts will discuss the evolving challenges in reproductive healthcare, with insights into the shifting legal landscape. Learn more and register>
Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 15 | Washington, D.C. Participate in the Equity Action Center's Partner Accelerator Academy, a two-day, in-person leadership training that empowers women law firm associates to successfully navigate the partner review process and enter partnership with the momentum to succeed. NAWL members get a $500 discount(!), using the code NAWL. Learn more and register>
Community Job Posting
The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Federal Public Defender for the District of Vermont. Apply by Apr. 4>
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