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Arizona Women Lawyers Association, headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona, is a mission-driven organization committed to promoting the success and professional development of women lawyers throughout the state. Founded on principles of collaboration and mutual support, AWLA brings together women attorneys from across Arizona to build meaningful professional relationships and create a supportive community within the legal field. The organization recognizes that women lawyers benefit from connection, encouragement, and access to information from peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in their careers. AWLA's four regional chapters extend the organization's reach across Arizona, ensuring that women lawyers in communities throughout the state have access to local programming and networking opportunities tailored to their regions. Led by dedicated board members and executive leadership including President Paige A Martin and Executive Director Karin S Aldama, AWLA operates with a clear focus on member support and celebration of achievements. The association fosters an inclusive environment where women lawyers can share experiences, access professional resources, and develop lasting connections with colleagues. By emphasizing information sharing, relationship building, and recognition of member accomplishments, AWLA has established itself as a cornerstone organization for women in Arizona's legal profession, supporting career advancement and professional fulfillment across the state.
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Benjamin Taylor focuses on personal injury, truck, motorcyle, and car accidents, family law, and criminal defense, including death penalty cases. His views on legal matters have been sought by national media including the Today Show, NBC, Fox News, O’Rielly Factor, CNN, HLN, MSNBC, ABC, NPR the New York Times and LA Times. He is a frequent guest analyst on Phoenix area TV news and talk radio. He has represented celebrities, athletes, and other newsworthy clients. An Arizona native, Taylor earned his Juris Doctor from the top tier ranked University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Barrett Honor’s College at Arizona State University. He has worked for the Pima County Attorney’s Office, the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office, and the Arizona State Legislature. Mr. Taylor was a Statewide Officer for The State Bar of Arizona Criminal Justice Section Executive Council, and was selected for the State Bar Leadership Institute. He is actively involved in the Maricopa County Bar Association. Mr. Taylor volunteers with the Maricopa County Branch of NAACP legal redress committee and mentors through various organizations. He has participated in the Arizona State Bar Pipeline Program and The Arizona State Bar Law Camp which informs elementary and high school students of their legal rights. Annually, he looks forward to providing free legal advice to veterans at the Arizona Veteran’s Stand-down. He was recognized as an Unsung Hero at the Legislative Leadership Conference and one of the state’s top 35 entrepreneurs under 35 by the Arizona Republic. Mr. Taylor was a 40 Under 40 National Bar Association award recipient and a 40 under 40 Phoenix Business Journal award recipient. Mr. Taylor is also a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association and State Bar Board of Governors.
Tomasz Lichwala is a licensed attorney in the United States and a member of the State Bar of Arizona. Mr. Lichwala is fluent in Polish. Tomasz combines his international background with knowledge of both civil-law and common-law systems into a global approach to practice of law.
Mr. Lichwala gained diverse legal experience working on numerous legal issues in various areas of law, such as business law, contracts, criminal law, cross-border litigation, immigration law and torts.
Raees Mohamed co-founded RM Warner on the principle of representing entrepreneurs and content creators with personalized representation through the life cycles of their ventures. Raees is the go-to lawyer for high-profile social media influencers, YouTubers, ecommerce businesses, internet entrepreneurs, and licensed professionals including other law firm founders in all aspects of their conducting business online, including their litigation and transactional needs.
In addition to his substantial Internet law experience, clients seek Raees for help with reputation management, PR crisis management, online defamation, privacy, false advertising by competitors, commercial disputes, partnership formation and dissolution, technology legal issues. Clients often turn to Raees for identifying and addressing anonymous “Doe” misconduct online, leaked content, revenge porn, false #metoo damages, and social media related legal issues. Raees is well-versed in complex, high-risk partnership disputes and internal governance issues. Raees manages significant litigation and transactional matters, adding a unique, holistic perspective. Raees has counseled over 1,000 founders through complex business issues.
Raees is frequently asked to speak about internet defamation. He has taught legal seminars for lawyers on how to oppose anti-SLAPP motions and how to win anti-SLAPP motions, including a 6-hour seminar for the State Bar of Arizona.
Join us in person for an event all about the future of Black public servants. Technology and shifting trust in institutions are changing public service. For African American public servants, these changes bring unique challenges and opportunities for meaningful dialogue and collective solutions. Join us for an open conversation centered on lived experiences, present challenges, and the future of African Americans in public service. Students, professionals, and community members are all welcome. Food and refreshments will be provided.
Join us in person for an event all about the future of Black public servants. Technology and shifting trust in institutions are changing public service. For African American public servants, these changes bring unique challenges and opportunities for meaningful dialogue and collective solutions. Join us for an open conversation centered on lived experiences, present challenges, and the future of African Americans in public service. Students, professionals, and community members are all welcome. Food and refreshments will be provided.
This event is open to all families, not just those of our microschool students, so please feel free to extend the invitation to anyone who may be interested. We believe that parental involvement is key to deepening our community connections and creating a supportive learning environment. The Dinner Table is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together, share insights, and strengthen our microschool family and community.