Annual Membership Meeting + Holiday Party
Join us for an evening of celebration, community, and connection!
As we wrap up another incredible year, the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) invites you to our Annual Membership Meeting & Holiday Party!
Come celebrate our accomplishments, reconnect with colleagues and friends, and help shape LBAW's future as we elect our 2027 Board of Directors!
Food and drinks will be provided!
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Schroeter Goldmark & Bender (SGB), 401 Union Street, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA 98101
REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND: https://lbaw.wildapricot.org/event-6880775
During the meeting, LBAW members will have the opportunity to vote for our incoming Board of Directors.
Open Positions:
President
President-Elect
Vice President of Judicial Evaluations
Vice President of Clinics
Vice President of Development
Vice President of Membership
Treasurer
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 5, 2026
To apply or vote in the elections, you must be an active LBAW member. Members must attend the meeting in person or virtually to cast their votes. Those wishing to attend remotely should email membership@lbaw.org to request the Zoom link.
Join us for the 34th Annual LBAW Gala on March 13, 2027!
Join LBAW as we celebrate our 34th Annual Gala on March 13, 2027, hosted at Club Sur in Seattle, Washington!
More information coming soon….
Annual Membership Meeting + Holiday Party
Join us for our annual membership meeting! We will come together, celebrate the year and vote for our new Executive Board.
To vote for the new board, you must be active member of LBAW and must be present virtually or at the event.
Interested in running for a position?
Open Positions:
Co-Vice President of Judicial Evaluations
Co-Vice President of Clinics
Secretary
Vice President of Events
Treasurer
Vice President of Communications
Vice President of Eastern Washington
General Requirements:
All applicants must be active LBAW members to apply
The board meets virtually once a month on the first Thursday of the month at either 12pm or 5:30pm. Board members are expected to attend at least 80% of board meetings.
Board members must attend a Board Retreat held in early Spring for onboarding (and any additional retreats determined by the President).
Board members are also highly encouraged to participate in committees within the organization
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 7, 2025.
Journey to the Bench: Evening with Latino Judges
Presented by:
The Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW), the M. Margaret McKeown Federal Bar Association for the Western District of Washington (M3 FBA), and Seattle University School of Law
Join us for a special evening celebrating and learning from some of the nation’s most distinguished Latino judges. Hear their stories, insights, and experiences as they reflect on their journeys to the bench and the impact of diversity in the judiciary.
Panelists
Moderated by Michael Wampold, President of M3 FBA and Board Member of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF)
Featuring:
Chief Judge Mary Murguia, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Chief Judge David Estudillo, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
Justice Steven González, Washington Supreme Court
Judge Salvador Mendoza, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Judge Michael Díaz, Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I
Judge Verónica Galván, King County Superior Court
Event Details
Tuesday, November 4
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Panel Presentation
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Reception
Seattle University School of Law, Room C6
Register at fba-wdwash.org or scan the QR code to reserve your spot!
General Membership Meeting
Join us as we have our general membership meeting, available for all members of LBAW. We will be reviewing what’s going on in our organization, ways to stay connected and we will have the opportunity to hear from our members!
Zoom link will be distributed to all registered attendees before the event.
Please let us know if you will be attending virtually by registering.
Questions? Email president@lbaw.org or membership@lbaw.org
Become a LBAW member here: https://lbaw.wildapricot.org/join-us
MentorLink Mixer: Fostering Diverse and Inclusive Leadership in the Legal Profession
MentorLink Mixer: Fostering Diverse and Inclusive Leadership in the Legal Profession
Date:
May 29, 2025
Time:
4–6 p.m.
Location:
Held virtually, via Zoom
The WSBA's MentorLink Mixers are unique, free-to-attend, one-time events that bring together people with similar interests in the legal profession. This mixer on May 29 will focus on the topic of Fostering Diverse and Inclusive Leadership in the Legal Profession.
WSBA and the Latino/a Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) is hosting a MentorLink Mixer: Fostering Diverse and Inclusive Leadership in the Legal Profession. The purpose of this event is to learn how to build leadership skills and access leadership opportunities in the legal profession and discuss how to improve the quality of legal services by diversifying the legal profession, making it welcome to all. Newer legal professionals interested in learning how to build legal skills and work towards a more diverse and inclusive profession are invited to talk with experienced legal professionals in small group breakouts. The primary goal for these mixers is that attendees leave educated, inspired, and encouraged to reflect on their own goals as they grow in the legal profession. Should a mentor and mentee decide to continue a mentorship relationship after the mixer, additional information on the self-structured mentorship program for MCLE credit is available.
Register here by May 27.
More Information:
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: HAPPY HOUR
You're Invited: Membership Meeting at Stoup Brewing – Capitol Hill!
Join us for a casual and fun evening with fellow members at Stoup Brewing – Capitol Hill. It's the perfect chance to renew your membership, ask questions, and connect with the community over great drinks.
Stoup Brewing
1158 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come for the conversation, stay for the beer. We can't wait to see you there!
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
32nd Annual LBAW Gala
“Viva La Mujer!” - LBAW’s 32nd Annual Gala - A Celebration of Women!
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
AI On The Dotted Line: Navigating Key Clauses in Technology Transactions
As AI continues to revolutionize industries, the legal landscape is evolving rapidly. Attorneys involved in the expansion of data centers and AI infrastructure must stay ahead of emerging risks and legal considerations.
Join us on Feb 13 at 4 PM for a timely CLE session designed to equip you with the tools to effectively spot and address issues related to developing or licensing the hardware that powers Cloud and AI infrastructure.
📅 Date: February 13
🕓 Time: 4 PM
📍 Location: Microsoft Building 37 16071 NE 36th Way, Redmond, WA
🍸 Happy Hour to Follow!
Join us at Craft 75 at 5:30 PM to unwind and network after the CLE session.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
LBAW's Holiday Party & Membership Meeting!
RSVP HERE: https://lbaw.wildapricot.org/event-5940961
Join us as we come together and vote for our new Executive Board! In order to vote for the new board, you must be an active member of LBAW and must be present virtually or in person at the event.
Please let us know if you will be attending virtually by emailing president@lbaw.org or president-elect@lbaw.org
Become a LBAW member here (FREE for law students and 1st year attorneys): https://lbaw.wildapricot.org/join-us
APPLY FOR BOARD MEMBERSHIP here: https://forms.gle/q4qgqHg9Jo36b6kT9
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
Minority Law Student Mixer
Calling all law students and current attorneys! 📚⚖️ Join us for the Second Annual Minority Law Student Mixer on October 1st! 🤝✨ This is your chance to network with professionals, connect with peers, and build meaningful relationships that will last throughout your legal journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a vibrant community and expand your network.
We’re proud to have KABA, WWL, ABAW, and FLOW collaborating to bring this event to life! 🙌🏽
📅 Date: October 1st
📍 Location: Schroeter Goldmark & Bender
⏰ Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
LBAW Bowling Night
🎳🎉 Join us for a fun-filled night at LBAW’s Bowling Night on Friday, September 20th from 6-8pm! Whether you’re a pro or just looking to have some fun, it’s the perfect way to end your week!
- Free for members
- $20 for non-members
- Ticket includes shoe rentals and food 🍕👟
Don’t miss out on this exciting event—grab your tickets now! RSVP
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.
Raise the Bar LBAW's 5k
A 5k FUNDRAISER FOR LATINX SCHOLARSHIPS, BILINGUAL LEGAL CLINICS, STUDENT MENTORSHIP
Come celebrate summertime with the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) at our second annual Run/Walk 5k on July 27 in Woodinville, WA! This is a summer fundraiser drive where we are raising money for free bilingual legal clinics throughout Washington, legal scholarships (we hope to give away $20,000 in scholarships this year), and legal mentoring. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization led purely by the efforts of volunteers and kind contributors, like you!
DATE/TIME: July 27, 2024 at 9am - 2pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: http://bit.ly/lbaw5k
REGISTRATION COST: $42 tickets, children 12 and under are FREE
WHO: The event is family and pet friendly. Non-runners are welcome too, bring picnic supplies!
SPONSOR: Want to support our bilingual legal clinics, latinx scholarships, and mentoring? Review the included Sponsor documentation attached or contact president@lbaw.org for more details.
DONATE: Can’t Make it but want to support our cause? Donate here: lbaw.org/donate Your donations are tax deductible.
The top three runners will be featured on the @lbaw_ instagram! Yoga, music, ice cream, taco truck, and good vibes follow the run. All proceeds go to Latinx legal scholarships, bilingual legal clinics, and law student mentorship. We would love to meet your family and friends over some healthy bonding. Vamos!
Location:
NORTHSHORE ATHLETIC FIELDS
14735 NE 145TH STREET WOODINVILLE 98072
Register here: LBAW's 2nd Annual 5K Event
JEC Interview
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for LBAW's Judicial Evaluations Committee! JEC interviews are conducted on the third Thursday of the month via Zoom and they start at 5:30pm. The number of candidates we interview vary by month but can range from two to six. We also need to volunteers to help with reference checks of judicial candidates before the interviews. We will provide you with instruction sheets for each.
If you are a lawyer or law student, and you’re interested in volunteering, please contact one of the co-chairs of the Judicial Evaluation Committee by sending an email to jec@lbaw.org and jec2@lbaw.org. Or fill out the LBAW JEC volunteer form.
Free Legal Clinic
TIME: Intakes are from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and attorney consultations are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S., 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA 98144
If you are able to volunteer as an interpreter or with intakes, please complete this form.
If you are able to volunteer as an attorney, please complete this form.
If you have questions, please email clinics@lbaw.org and clinics2@lbaw.org.