Founded in 2010, the Orange County Lavender Bar Association represents a cornerstone organization for LGBTQ+ legal professionals and their allies throughout the Newport Beach and greater Orange County, California region. OCLBA stands as the official association dedicated exclusively to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied attorneys, judges, and law students, creating an inclusive community where legal professionals can thrive both personally and professionally.
What sets OCLBA apart is its comprehensive commitment to community building and social impact. The organization produces a carefully curated series of programs that extend far beyond traditional networking, encompassing advocacy initiatives, educational opportunities, charitable endeavors, and mentorship relationships that foster genuine connections. By bringing together the bar and lay communities in Orange Beach, OCLBA creates spaces where meaningful dialogue happens and lasting relationships develop. The association's work directly advances LGBT equality while building solidarity among legal professionals who share a commitment to justice and inclusion.
As an affiliate of the Orange County Bar Association, OCLBA bridges the gap between the specialized LGBTQ+ legal community and the broader professional legal landscape. Members find not just professional support and career advancement opportunities, but also a genuine community of individuals united by shared values and a commitment to making a difference. OCLBA exemplifies how professional organizations can serve dual purposes: advancing individual member success while simultaneously driving meaningful social change and equality within the legal profession.
Newport Beach, CA