Women Lawyers Journal

The Women Lawyers Journal (WLJ) is NAWL’s biannual publication, created to share ideas, stories, and insights across the legal community. Since 1911, it’s been more than just a journal—it’s helped build connections and foster collaboration among lawyers across the country and around the world.

Most Recent Issue

This issue highlights the collective strength of women lawyers through collaboration and advocacy. It builds on the theme of this year’s Annual Meeting, Rising Together: Strength Through Unity. 

Learn how unity can drive meaningful progress in our profession and society at large. Read it below!

Highlighted Articles

Selma Moidel Smith at a podium

Selma Moidel Smith:

A Century of Service and Scholarship

by Karen M. Richardson

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Texas State Capitol dome with American and Texas flags flying

When Statutes Collide with Care:

The Legal and Human Stakes of Zurawski v. Texas

by Julia Jaremko

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An audience sits in rows at a presentation.

The Three Cs of Communication, Negotiation, and Cross-Cultural Communication

by Elizabeth Conlisk, Hon. Mary Colleen Roberts (ret.), Kari B. Sheinfeld, and Nicole M. Smithson

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The U.S. Capitol building with the House of Representatives

Key Questions Regarding the 
Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harrassment Act of 2021 (EFAA)

by Chaya M. Gourarie

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The Texas Council on Family Violence Policy Team.

Bridging the Divide:

Legal Reform Led by Women, Informed by Purpose

by Liane Noble

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Gigi Rollini speaks at a podium

President’s Remarks from the 2025 Annual Meeting

by Gigi Rollini

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