Association of Black Women Attorneys

President Jamila D. Smoot Burrell Vice President Jeanine Conley Secretary Zaklyyah Salim Treasurer Celeste Chase Paula Barnes Margo K. Brodie Leslie Jones-Thomas Shea Owens Johane Severin

The mission of the Association of Black Women Attorneys (ABWA) is to encourage and enhance the professional development of women of color. ABWA does this by providing information, networking opportunities, mentoring opportunities and CLE programs. We also hold monthly dinner meetings in New York City restaurant. ABWA is an affiliate of National Bar Association.