Who We Are
The Dallas Women Lawyers Association is a non-profit organization uniting for the mutual benefit of women attorneys to elevate the standing of women in the legal profession.
In 1968, a group of female attorneys in Dallas began to meet regularly to prepare programs and activities for the ABA Convention to be held in Dallas in 1969. After their success at the ABA Convention, the group continued to meet informally for mutual support. Founding members include Louise Raggio, Judge Sarah T. Hughes and Joann Peters.
From these early meetings emerged the Dallas Women Lawyers Association (DWLA). By 1980, DWLA was meeting for regular monthly luncheons at the Belo Mansion. In 1984, DWLA incorporated as a non-profit organization, and included in its purposes uniting for the mutual benefit of women attorneys and elevating the standing of women in the profession.
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News
Nominations for 2023 Awards Reception
Nominations for the 2023 Awards Reception are now open! Nomination deadline is June 30th
2023 Leadership Class
Applications for DWLA’s 2023 Leadership Class are now available. The deadline for submission is
DWLA Announces 2022 Award Recipients
Dallas Women Lawyers Association (DWLA) is pleased to announce the recipients for the organization’s
Nominations for 2022 Awards Reception
Nominations for the 2022 Awards Reception are now open! Deadline for nominations is May
DWLA Announces 2021 Award Recipients
Dallas Women Lawyers Association (DWLA) is pleased to announce the recipients for the organization’s
Nominations for 2021 Awards Reception
Nominations for the 2021 Awards Reception are now open! Deadline for nominations is May