2027 Leadership Program
March – April 2027 - Wednesdays - Virtual
Build your leadership skills. Expand your network. Move forward with intention.
NAWL’s six-week virtual Leadership Program is designed for mid-level legal professionals who are ready to take the next step, in the next few years or sooner—whether that’s pursuing partnership, stepping into a leadership role, or growing with more purpose in their current path. Participants choose this Program to advance their business development goals and expand their networks.
Each week combines live sessions, small-group cohort discussions, and time for personal reflection. The programming focuses on core leadership development, with an emphasis on emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and other skills that support long-term growth. You’ll have the chance to learn, connect, and think strategically about what’s next—with the support of a cohort navigating similar career moments.
You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your leadership style, stronger communication and decision-making skills, and a national network of peers who become a lasting source of advice, connection, and support—long after the program ends.
Registration will open soon!
The Leadership Program is ideal for:
- Attorneys looking toward their next step in the coming years, including those moving into partnership, equity partnership, or a leadership or management role.
- Mid-career attorneys seeking to strengthen core leadership skills, such as communication, emotional intelligence, and strategic decision‑making.
- Professionals who want to build meaningful connections and develop business relationships through a cohort‑based, community‑focused learning experience.
- Any NAWL member
who is motivated to lead with purpose and expand their impact.
Details
Leadership Program sessions are held weekly. The 90-minute sessions are virtual on Zoom, with a speaker or panel discussion to kick off the session, followed by breakout sessions with small cohort groups. These cohort groups remain intact throughout the Program to foster meaningful relationships, create trusted spaces for discussion, and ensure deep, long-term connections.
Participants must commit to attending five out of the six sessions when registering. Those who attend all six sessions receive a discount to register for NAWL's 2027 Annual Meeting.
While the agenda is being crafted, browse last year's sessions for a glimpse of what to expect.
Week 1
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
Orientation
Learn more about how the Leadership Program is structured, but most importantly meet your cohort and get to know each other before diving into the series.
Week 2
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
Session details coming soon!
Week 3
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
Session details coming soon!
Week 4
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
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Week 5
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
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Week 6
12:00 - 1:30 PM ET
Ask Me Anything
Featuring the 2027 Leadership Program co-chairs, hear about their career paths and how they’ve applied the leadership skills discussed in this Program throughout their professional journeys, and ask them your questions that popped up throughout the series.
Pricing
NAWL Member*
Non-Profit / Government Attorney
NAWL Sustaining Sponsor**
Price
$1,500
$750
$1,000
Registration will open soon!
*If you're not yet a NAWL member but would like to register for the Leadership Program, click here to become a member first.
**Sustaining Sponsors are allocated a set number of complimentary tickets by level. Additional tickets can be purchased with this registration type. If your organization is a Sustaining Sponsor, check with them for more details.






