Queens County Women's Bar Association

The Queens County Women's Bar Association is a professional organization dedicated to advancing women in the legal profession throughout Kew Gardens, NY and the surrounding Queens County region. Since its founding in 1931, the association has served as a vital resource for female attorneys, judges, and legal professionals seeking professional development, networking opportunities, and community engagement. The organization offers continuing legal education (CLE) programs designed to enhance professional competencies, including specialized courses such as crash courses in the CPLR and other substantive legal topics. Members benefit from regular networking events, judiciary nights that facilitate connections between practicing attorneys and the bench, and social gatherings that foster meaningful professional relationships. The association maintains a strong commitment to supporting women's advancement in all areas of legal practice, from real estate and foreclosure law to judicial appointments and court administration. With a rich history of pioneering women judges and attorneys in Queens County—including the first woman criminal court judge appointed in 1960 and numerous state supreme court justices—QCWBA continues to celebrate and mentor the next generation of legal professionals. The organization provides a welcoming community for women attorneys at all career stages, from those beginning their legal practice to experienced jurists serving on the bench. By facilitating professional growth, providing educational resources, and creating opportunities for meaningful collaboration, the Queens County Women's Bar Association remains an essential institution for women in the legal profession throughout Kew Gardens and Queens County.