Houston Association of Women Attorneys

The Houston Association of Women Attorneys (AWA) is a premier professional organization serving the Houston, TX legal community through comprehensive networking, continuing legal education, and advocacy initiatives. Since its founding in 1976, AWA has established itself as a vital resource for attorneys, judges, and law students seeking to advance their careers and strengthen Houston's legal profession. The organization hosts monthly CLE-accredited presentations covering diverse topics including law practice management, financial planning, stress management, and specialized practice areas. Members benefit from curated networking events including the prestigious Judicial Reception, holiday gatherings, and the Premier Women in Law Reception, creating meaningful professional connections across solo practices, law firms, corporations, and government sectors. AWA's Judicial Screening Committee conducts rigorous reviews of judicial candidates and provides recommendations recognized as among the strongest in the state, demonstrating the organization's influential role in Houston's legal landscape. Additionally, the AWA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in the 1990s, provides scholarships to women law students at the region's three law schools and annually honors outstanding women attorneys through the Premier Women in Law Luncheon. Whether you practice litigation, corporate law, family law, probate, criminal law, or another specialty, AWA offers mentorship opportunities, professional development, and access to qualified referral sources. The organization remains committed to improving opportunities for women in the legal profession while fostering an inclusive community where attorneys from all backgrounds and practice settings can develop meaningful professional relationships and advance their careers.