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The Fay Stender Award is given annually to a feminist attorney who is committed to the representation of women, disadvantaged groups and unpopular causes, and whose courage, zest for life and ability to effect change make her a role model.  For information about the award and how to submit a nomination, please click here.

March 1, 2010
CWL is seeking nominations for its award that will go to an outstanding judge from Southern California.

In our continuing effort to “go green”, CWL members will now have the added option to cast their vote online for the District Governor elections. 

JAMS and CWL will partner on Thursday, October 15, 2009 to present a presention focused on aiding women to capitalize on opportunities in these economic times.

This CLE program will take place in multiple locations at the JAMS resolution centers in San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose, Los Angeles and San Diego.

August 6th was an exciting and historic day for women lawyers.  The confirmation of Judge Sonia Sotomayor as the third woman and first Hispanic justice on the nation’s highest court marks another significant stride toward equality regarding both gender and ethnicity. 

At the CWL Annual Dinner on September 10, 2009, CWL honored Deputy District Attorney of Alameda County Sharmin Eshraghi Bock with the Fay Stender Award.