Women Community Events in Minnesota

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Virginia Ryan is a business law and estate planning attorney located in Grass Valley, California. She counsels clients on starting and operating a business, including nonprofits, to planning for their family’s future. Virginia assists clients in achieving abundance and safe guarding their businesses as well as their estates for future generations. She is a trusted advisor to her clients and values her relationships with her clients. When you work with Virginia, you can always expect timely, competent and courteous advice. For 20 years, Ms. Virginia Ryan has counseled clients on complex business law and intellectual property matters, as well as estate planning matters. Prior to moving to Grass Valley in 2011, Virginia practiced law in the Bay Area at large law firms, including Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, Perkins Coie LLP and Gray Cary Ware &Freidenrich LLP (now DLA Piper). While in the Bay Area, Virginia loved representing a range of business in various industries and in various stages, from entrepreneurs and start-ups to fortune 100 companies. However, in 2011, she and her husband moved to the small town of Grass Valley seeking more time to enjoy the scenic outdoors, the beautiful communities of Grass Valley and Nevada City, and each other. Virginia loves to read and considers herself a “life-long learner/student”. Virginia’s passion for learning started earlier than most. She grew up in Sacramento and at the age of 18 received her B.S. in Mathematics with honors from the University of California, Davis. She went on to law school and received her law degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) at the age of 20, making her the youngest graduate of Boalt Hall and the youngest lawyer in California from 1998 to 2007 and seemingly the nation. When Virginia isn’t learning about her clients’ needs and helping them fulfill their goals and dreams, she is spending time with her family, running, gardening, reading or baking. Virginia currently serves on the Board of Directors of Community Legal in Nevada City and The Nest Family Resource Center and has served on the Board of Directors of United Way of Nevada County. Virginia has taught Business Law at Sacramento City College and has served as a Pro Tem Judge for the Small Claims Division of the Sacramento County Superior Court.

If/When/How: Lawyering for Reproductive Justice represents a community of engaged University of Minnesota students united by a shared vision of reproductive justice. Located in Minneapolis, MN, this student organization brings together individuals committed to understanding how law can serve reproductive autonomy and social justice movements. By fostering dialogue between students, faculty, and community advocates, If/When/How creates space for meaningful conversations about reproductive rights and legal practice. As a student-centered organization at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, If/When/How recognizes that reproductive justice extends beyond individual choice to encompass systemic equity, access, and community self-determination. Members are motivated by a commitment to centering the voices and experiences of those most affected by reproductive policies and practices. The organization builds community among law students who want their legal education to connect with broader movements for social change. If/When/How operates within the Twin Cities campus community as a welcoming space for students exploring the intersection of law and reproductive justice. The organization values collaborative learning, peer support, and authentic engagement with community partners. Through their work at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, members develop both professional competence and personal commitment to justice-centered advocacy. This student organization embodies the principle that lawyers have a responsibility to serve communities and advance equity. If/When/How members share a belief that legal education should prepare advocates who understand reproductive justice as a human rights framework grounded in racial justice, economic justice, and environmental justice. By creating community among like-minded students at the University of Minnesota, the organization strengthens the pipeline of lawyers committed to reproductive justice work in Minneapolis and beyond.

Founded in 1995 by a small group of local women in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, Commercial Real Estate Women Network Minnesota (MNCREW) has grown into a vibrant community of over 270 professionals committed to transforming the commercial real estate industry. What began as a grassroots initiative inspired by the power of CREW Network has evolved into a vital arena where women hone leadership skills, develop meaningful relationships, and collaborate to advance their careers. MNCREW is built on four core values that guide its mission: Excellence in professionalism and integrity, Community through inclusion and support, Leadership through collaborative development, and Advancement through meaningful connections and education. The organization recognizes that every member contributes to collective success and is dedicated to developing and elevating women to positions of influence within commercial real estate. MNCREW connects members by creating dynamic, supportive environments where knowledge and experience are shared freely, where peers from every discipline engage in meaningful dialogue, and where educational programs drive real change in the industry. The organization also serves as a force for activism, encouraging members to be involved in their communities and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As part of the global CREW Network movement, MNCREW members benefit from connections with over 14,000 professionals worldwide while maintaining strong local roots in the Minnesota commercial real estate community. Since its inception, MNCREW has remained an important resource for professional development, relationship-building, and collaborative advancement of women in commercial real estate.

Since 1972, Minnesota Women Lawyers has served the Minneapolis, MN community as a cornerstone organization for women in the legal profession. Founded on the belief that advancing women attorneys strengthens the entire legal system and society at large, MWL has grown into a vibrant community of over 1,200 members including attorneys, judges, law students, and legal employers who share a commitment to professional excellence and social justice. The organization's mission—to advance the success of women lawyers and strive for a just society—guides every initiative and program. Throughout its five decades of service, MWL has cultivated a supportive environment where women legal professionals can develop as leaders, build meaningful relationships with peers, and make tangible contributions to their communities. Members find more than professional development; they discover a community of colleagues who understand the distinctive journey of women in law and are invested in each other's success. MWL's values-driven approach ensures that all initiatives remain focused on addressing the real, changing needs of women in the legal profession. By fostering connections, providing leadership opportunities, and championing systemic change, Minnesota Women Lawyers continues to be an essential resource for anyone committed to building a more inclusive and equitable legal profession in Minneapolis and throughout Minnesota.