What is the cost to join the WLA?
As of January, 2012 annual dues were suspended for new and current members. Dues paid prior to January 2012 are non-refundable.
Why should I become a member of WLA if I am in private practice?
The WLA is a referral network for top-rated women lawyers both in the United States and Canada.
The WLA offers its members the ability to easily refer work to each other and encourages reciprocal referrals.
Why should I become a member of WLA if I am a Senior or General Counsel?
Many corporate counsel value diversity are seeking a source to find highly qualified women lawyers to whom they may refer work. The WLA easily connects corporate counsel to AV/BV rated women partners in the private practice of law.
Why is the WLA for women only?
Women lawyers have unique issues that differ from male lawyers and no other organization deals with these issues in both a referral and support manner.
How does the WLA differ from other referral networks like Lex Mundi, Terra Lex, etc.?
WLA differs in a number of respects. The law firm itself is a member of most referral network organizations versus individual lawyers in the WLA. Also, the WLA has both experience and Martindale-Hubbell rating requirements to become members. In addition, a goal of the WLA is to provide training and support to members.
Why does the WLA require a lawyer in private practice to be AV or BV rated by Martindale-Hubbell and have seven years experience or be a partner in their firm?
The WLA is a referral network for only the most seasoned, highly rated women lawyers. We believe this approach enhances referral opportunities.
What are the requirements for Corporate Counsel to join the WLA?
You must be female and designated as Senior Counsel or General Counsel in your company.
If my firm is a member of a another referral organization can I still join the WLA?
Yes. The WLA serves individual lawyers versus law firms, and we provide services, such as business development training and coaching to members.
Are there any requirements for members once admitted to the WLA?
Once a member has been accepted into the WLA, a Member Confirmation Notification will be sent to her. The confirmation will address various operational policies and guidelines of the WLA including our "no-poaching" policy.
Can the database of members be used to communicate with other members?
Yes, we expect that to occur. It should be noted, however, that there is a prohibition against solicitation and advertising to other members.
Can there be more than one member per firm?
Yes, for most law firms that will be the case since these are individual memberships and the benefits of the WLA are tailored to individuals.
Can law firms become members of the WLA?
Law firms may have multiple female members and may become supporters but not members of the WLA.
Can other attorneys in my firm use the password protected area of the WLA website?
The WLA requests that the password protected area be kept private for members' use only.
Does the WLA membership stay with me if I join another law firm or move to another company?
Yes. Please notify the WLA Corporate office of your move so the change may be made in the database (click on the "Contact Us" tab).
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