Women Lawyers of Sacramento
About Women Lawyers of Sacramento
Founded in 1962, Women Lawyers of Sacramento emerged from a small group of visionary attorneys who recognized the need for a dedicated bar association supporting women in the legal profession. Today, the organization continues as a powerful advocate for women lawyers throughout Sacramento County, grounded in the belief that women deserve equal rights, respect, and opportunities in the workplace and society. Women Lawyers of Sacramento supports and encourages every woman lawyer in her career aspirations while working to build a society that places no limits on where women's skills and talents can lead them. The organization is committed to four core principles: promoting full and equal participation of women lawyers and judges in the legal profession, maintaining the integrity of the legal system through fairness and equal access to justice, improving the status of women in society, and advocating for equal rights, reproductive choice, equal opportunity and pay. Beyond the practice of law, Women Lawyers of Sacramento actively promotes the interests of women in the Sacramento community through mentoring, legislative and administrative advocacy, community service, networking, and educational forums. The organization works to eliminate all forms of bias, discrimination, and harassment while supporting diversity in the legal profession and legal education. By bringing together attorneys, judges, and community leaders through events, receptions, and collaborative initiatives, Women Lawyers of Sacramento creates a supportive community where women can thrive professionally while contributing to meaningful social and legal change in Sacramento, CA.