Corporate Counsel Women of Color

Corporate Counsel Women of Color, based in New York, NY, represents the nation's largest organization dedicated to advancing women of color attorneys in corporate legal departments. With over 10,000 members including lawyers, judges, entrepreneurs, and law students, CCWC provides unparalleled access to a diverse network of legal professionals spanning Fortune 1000 and Forbes 2000 companies. The organization's membership encompasses expertise across more than 900 companies operating in industries ranging from technology, finance, and healthcare to energy, entertainment, and telecommunications. Members bring specialized knowledge in administrative law, antitrust, banking, commercial transactions, corporate governance, employment law, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, securities, and technology law, among numerous other disciplines. CCWC's comprehensive offerings include annual career strategy conferences featuring over 70 educational sessions, continuing legal education (CLE) courses, leadership development boot camps, board readiness training, and the innovative AI Legal Tech Innovation Symposium. The organization facilitates networking opportunities and mentorship programs designed to accelerate career advancement for in-house counsel at all professional levels. With Special Consultative Status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 2023, CCWC extends its reach internationally across Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America, while maintaining a strong presence throughout every region of the United States. Whether you're an emerging attorney, mid-career professional, or seasoned executive, CCWC delivers the strategic resources, professional connections, and transformative leadership development essential for thriving in modern corporate legal practice.