East Tennessee Lawyers’ Association For Women

The East Tennessee Lawyers' Association for Women (ETLAW) is a professional legal organization serving the Knoxville, TN community and East Tennessee region since 1983. ETLAW provides comprehensive professional development and continuing legal education opportunities for women attorneys across diverse legal practice areas, including members serving in the judiciary. The organization offers monthly CLE presentations on a wide range of legal topics, bringing in speakers including politicians, judges, and civic leaders to educate members on current legal issues and developments. ETLAW members benefit from extensive networking opportunities, professional advancement resources, and access to a clearinghouse for employment openings and referrals within the legal profession. The organization hosts specialized programs including book studies, judges' panels, and other forums designed to facilitate meaningful discussion and idea exchange among legal professionals. ETLAW's flagship annual event is the Supreme Court Luncheon, where members gather with Tennessee's highest court justices and regional judiciary to celebrate the legal profession and build professional relationships. Beyond individual member support, ETLAW actively invests in the future of law through scholarship sponsorships at the University of Tennessee College of Law and judicial endorsements. The organization maintains strong collaborative partnerships with legal education institutions and community organizations, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the legal profession and supporting women's participation at all levels of the judiciary and legal practice.