Welcome to GAWL

•  Would you like to attend the hottest event in "Hot"lanta? Looking for a glamour filled evening away from your usual routine?

  If so, then we should expect to see you at GAWL's First Annual Benefit Gala on Saturday, August 15, 2009. This spectacular event will kick off at 7:00 p.m. when guests arrive at the Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University for an Arabian Nights themed evening. Guests will be treated to an open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres throughout the evening. Live jazz music will be provided by Nicole Chillemi. Guests will also be able to enjoy having their fortunes read and will have the evening to explore the Museum's exhibits.  Click here to register.

  The Gala will raise funds for the Ruth and Ruby Crawford Endowment for the benefit of the GAWL Foundation. The GAWL Foundation spearheads all community service projects on behalf of GAWL by focusing on those in need in the community and working with other charitable organizations to sponsor events, donate funds, and encourage GAWL members to volunteer their time. Contributions to the Ruth and Ruby Crawford Endowment will lead to additional and sustained funding for scholarships for deserving female law students in Georgia as well as grants to other charitable organizations throughout the state.

  Invitations are coming soon but put this event on your calendar as it promises to be an extraordinary evening!  Click here to download the Save the Date flyer.  If you are coming from out of town, GAWL has reserved a block of rooms at the Emory Conference Center Hotel located within walking distance of the Michael C. Carlos Museum. The nightly rate is $155. To reserve a room for the event, please call the Emory Conference Center Hotel at (404) 712-6000.

• Condolences.  GAWL acknowledges with great sadness the passing of Ruby Crawford on June 6, 2009, a past President of GAWL and true Trailblazer for women, particularly those in Georgia.  Ruby attended GAWL events frequently and exuded grace, confidence and class - even in a pink boa at a GAWL Annual dinner.  More information about her legacy may be found by clicking here.  A memorial service will be held for Ruby on June 28 at 4:00 at Peachtree Road Methodist Church. Ruby's family has reserved a section of the Church for GAWL members.  Please join us on June 28 to remember Ruby and her amazing accomplishments.

  GAWL also celebrates the life of a fellow member and counselor, Celeste Sauls Jenks.  Ms. Jenks was a member of GAWL and had been a member of the Bar since 2004.  Members may learn more about Celeste by clicking here.

• Donate in Honor of the Crawfords.  The Georgia Association for Women Lawyers Foundation is pleased to announce the re-naming of its Endowment in honor of two women who were true pioneers in law and instrumental in the history of the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers. The Ruth and Ruby Crawford Endowment to benefit the GAWL Foundation will carry on the legacy of these two amazing women. Contributions to the Ruth and Ruby Crawford Endowment will lead to additional and sustained funding for scholarships for deserving female law students in Georgia as well as grants to other charitable organizations throughout the state that support women and children. The GAWL Foundation is honored to name its Endowment fund after Ruth and Ruby Crawford. To make a donation in honor of Ruth and Ruby Crawford, please click here.
• Join the Communications Committee's Kick Off Meeting!  Join fellow members for breakfast at the OK Cafe on July 28, 2009 at 8:00 a.m.  Find out more or contact Irma for more information!
• Please join GAWL for Podcasts of Georgia's Trailblazers!   Hear compelling, inspiring, and sobering interviews from some of Georgia's trailblazing attorneys who are women!  Cathy Cox, Carol Hunstein, Chilton Varnes, Mary Ann Sears, Daisy Floyd, and Deborah Johnson kick off this Series.  

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  GAWL held its  ANNUAL DINNER & MEETING on May 5th  Click here to see award winners from the evening. 

• Advance your Career and Regional Network!  GAWL is collaborating with the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association for two exciting events of Supreme Significance!  Find out more here.
• Are you wondering why you should join GAWL or be active in GAWL?  Read the ABC's of the benefits of GAWL membership and participation here! 

• INVESTING IN A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH GAWL MAKES BOTH GOOD BUSINESS SENSE AND ADVANCES SMART BUSINESS VALUES:  Read why your firm or business should sign on as a Strategic Partner NOW!