The National Association of Women Lawyers ("NAWL") is gearing up for another spectacular Annual Meeting in 2025, highlighting our national network for community-building, educational sessions, and awards celebrations.
Wednesday, July 23 - Thursday, July 24, 2025
Hilton Chicago
720 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
Our biggest conference of the year is not just about networking—it's about building lasting relationships and celebrating the incredible achievements of women in law. With opportunities designed to foster meaningful connections, from small group dine-arounds to facilitated receptions and break activities, the Annual Meeting is designed to maximize in-person relationship-building that lasts beyond the conference.
Click here to see a sample of the firms and companies represented at our recent Annual Meetings.
The agenda is coming soon.
View last year's agenda for a taste of NAWL's programming.
720 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
We will offer a special room rate.
More details coming soon.
NAWL Member / Sponsor
Non-Member
Non-Profit / Government Attorney
By June 22
$560*
$700
$230
After June 22
$700
$800
$330
*As a special member benefit, lock in last year's early bird rate. Log in to your member account to get the extra-discounted rate. If you haven't yet, set up your account here.
Complimentary registrations are available for unemployed attorneys and law students. Please apply for a scholarship as indicated in the FAQs section.
Need help making the case to attend? Download our template letter to send to your manager.
NAWL welcomes all attorneys and law students regardless of age, race, religion, ancestry, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize and celebrate the value that a vast range of backgrounds, cultures, and professional experiences brings to our community.
If you are not already a member, simply sign up for the 2025 Annual Meeting at the “New Member” rate which includes a NAWL membership through December 2025.
NAWL will apply for CLE credit in Illinois, Texas, and Washington, with reciprocal credit in California, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Additional CLE provider applications may be submitted based on attendee location. Make sure you include the states where you want credit on your registration form.
Speaker attendance is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.
Questions? Email Devon.
NAWL will offer scholarship assistance for this conference to a limited number of attorneys, law students, and unemployed attorneys who wish to attend but may not be able to do so due to cost considerations. The financial assistance covers the registration fee for the events on July 23 - 24, 2025.
The application process requires the applicant to demonstrate their eligibility and to provide a short essay setting forth the reasons why they are an appropriate candidate to receive scholarship funds, including how the conference will benefit them and information regarding financial need.
Applicants should send materials to NAWL's Program Director, Chelsea Robinson at crobinson@nawl.org. Applications are due by Friday, June 20, 2025.
Yes. NAWL programs are designed to evoke the spirit of community, curiosity, and consideration. Attendees and speakers are invited to join our programs with an open mind and willingness to learn.
NAWL program participants have agreed to:
If you experienced or witnessed any behavior you feel violated this code of conduct, fill out this form to anonymously report the incident, or email Chelsea Robinson, NAWL's Program Director, at crobinson@nawl.org.
Please send cancellation requests to nawl@nawl.org by Monday, July 21, 2024. Full refunds will be honored before or on this date.
You may include dietary needs information during online registration. If you have already registered, please contact us at nawl@nawl.org with a request at least two weeks before the conference.
We will determine COVID safety protocols closer to the conference.
The typical attire is business, but there is no dress code for this program.