Professional Development Opportunities
Your career isn’t one-size-fits-all. What you need today might look different from what you needed five years ago or will need five years from now.
That’s why we offer a range of programs for every stage of your legal career. Whether you're looking to build confidence in the courtroom, manage people more effectively, navigate a new role, or hone an essential skill, you’ll find something here that helps you grow with purpose.
Our offerings include:
- Skill-building webinars
- Intimate, topic-focused conferences
- Leadership intensives
- One-on-one and group coaching
Explore what’s available and choose the right fit for you!
Programs
The Leadership Program
Setting: Virtual
Timing: Spring
Commitment: 1.5 hours weekly for six weeks
Ideal for: Those who have just advanced into a leadership position or plan to soon, ready to grow alongside a small-group cohort
Purpose: Core leadership development, with an emphasis on skills that support long-term growth
Member exclusive: Yes
The (un)conference
Setting: In-person
Timing: March
Commitment: Three days
Ideal for: Senior legal leaders
Purpose: Sparking authentic conversations and deep relationship building
Member exclusive: No
The Essentials Re-imagined
Setting: Virtual
Timing: Live and/or on-demand
Commitment: One hour, as often as you want to participate
Ideal for: All career stages and practice types
Purpose: Revisiting foundational skills through a contemporary lens, often accompanied by self-guided worksheets and reflection prompts
Member exclusive: Yes
Don't know where to start?
Use our decision tree quiz to see our program recommendation
based on your experience and goals.
More Opportunities
Coaching
The coaches on the NAWL Coaching Roster are experienced and eager to work with women lawyers. Let them help you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
Committees and Affinity Groups
Our Committees and Affinity Groups give members the chance to strengthen their leadership muscles. Affinity Group members lead regular connection calls and present virtual events. Committee members organize our conferences, produce our podcasts, craft our publications, and plan regional events.
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