Our Purpose
CIWBA is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes in such manner that no part of its income or property shall inure to the private benefit of any donor, member, officer, or individual having a personal or private interest in the activities of the organization.
In the educational area, our purpose is to promote the full participation of women in the practice of law and the judiciary, to facilitate interaction between the practicing bar and women attorneys in alternative careers and public service, and to promote and foster interests of women attorneys, including but not limited to community outreach service.
Our History
CIWBA was founded in 1982. Many prominent attorneys in the Springfield area have been members and past presidents of the organization. CIWBA often partners with other local bar associations, such as the Sangamon County Bar Association and the Government Bar Association to put on events.
Contact
CONTACT
ciwba@ciwba.org
Activities in Support of Our Mission
Annual Fundraiser
Each year CIWBA hosts a fundraiser to support the efforts of local nonprofits. Past recipients include Sojourn Shelter & Services, Inc. and Land of Lincoln Legal Aid.
CLE Events
Three times a year, CIWBA hosts CLEs featuring a variety of speakers. CIWBA also informs its members about other local CLE opportunities and networking events.
TAke Your child to work day
The last Thursday in April is Take Your Child to Work Day. CIWBA partners with Judge Myerscough of the district court for the central district of Illinois to put on a mock trial to entertain young kids and teach them about the law.
Scholarship
CIWBA presents a scholarship to a current or aspiring law student. The scholarship is traditionally presented at Law Day.
Judicial Reception
Each year, CIWBA hosts a reception for local attorneys to mingle with current and retired judges from all levels of state court and local federal court.
Women Lead
Working to foster and support the success, sustainability, and full participation of women in the local legal community and beyond through meaningful relationships and networking opportunities.