Local Bar Associations
The Women in the Profession Section of the Atlanta Bar is dedicated to furthering the practice and perception of law with a focus on issues unique to women in the practice. The membership is primarily women in all ages and stages of their careers and a variety of practices, from civil to criminal, judges and government lawyers, partners and law students. The Section hosts networking events to allow women lawyers to interact and develop support systems and mentors, as well as continuing education courses and programs most recently on such issues as work-life balance, negotiations, and business development. It also offers regular community service opportunities for members assisting children of incarcerated parents, and co-hosts a pro bono partnership assisting low income cancer patients with their legal needs.
Established in 1948, the Gate City Bar Association was organized by the 10 sole African-American lawyers in the city at that time, to provide the educational, social, and community involvement of a professional association for African-American lawyers.
The Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (“GABWA”) is a statewide organization founded in 1981 by a group of African American women to 1) focus on women and children’s issues, 2) increase black female representation in the judiciary and public offices, and 3) take a proactive stance on political issues. GABWA has an active membership of women and men who strive each day to fulfill the organization’s mission: to nurture, support and galvanize the power of Black women attorneys; advocate for women and children and empower our communities.
GAPABA conducts activities that:
- Represent and advocate the interests of Asian Pacific American lawyers and the legal profession;
- Encourage and promote the professional growth of Asian Pacific American lawyers and other members of the legal profession;
- Broaden professional opportunities for Asian Pacific American lawyers, other members of the legal profession, and law students;
- Support the entrance and advancement of Asian Pacific Americans within the legal profession;
- Provide an opportunity for fellowship among legal professionals;
- Coordinate legal services to Asian Pacific American communities in the state of Georgia;
- Provide a vehicle and forum for the unified expression of opinions and positions by legal professionals upon matters or events of concern to the legal community.
The GHBA is a voluntary bar association dedicated to serving both the Hispanic community and the community at large. We aim to promote diversity in the legal profession and to serve the community through programs that educate and connect members of the community. The GHBA provides members with leadership opportunities, social events, and community outreach programs that cultivate professional skills and personal relationships. Be sure to check our monthly e-newsletter for these opportunities.
A dedicated group of lawyers founded KABA-GA to elevate the visibility of Korean American attorneys and law students within the Georgia legal community. Each year, we host numerous events focused on mentorship, community, and professional development.
The South Asian Bar Association of Georgia, SABA-GA, is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to encouraging and promoting the professional growth of South Asian lawyers and other members of the legal profession. SABA-GA was formed in 2001 as the "IndusBar of Georgia" by nine founding members. Since its inception, it has represented and advocated the interests of South Asian lawyers and the legal profession and has broadened professional opportunities for South Asian lawyers. As we continue to grow, we hope to continue to provide a forum for professional networking, development, mentoring, and education for lawyers and students in the legal community.
We are a professional association of attorneys, judges, law students, paralegals and other legal professionals who support the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, and who oppose discrimination based upon sexual orientation or gender identity.