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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Lawyers have an opportunity—and a responsibility—to make sure we don’t lose hard-won progress against sexual harassment. At our recent CLE with the D.C. Bar, we revisited our Still Broken findings and why they remain so relevant today. #StillBroken #LawTwitter 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Voting rights are fundamental to American democracy—and the laws governing our elections are evolving rapidly. Join us Oct. 1 for an online D.C. Bar CLE examining the legal developments shaping the 2026 election cycle. Register: dcbar.inreachce.com/details/Info... #ElectionLaw #lawtwitter 1/3

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Kennedy Center was created to celebrate the arts—not presidential power. President Eisenhower helped create the National Cultural Center. President Kennedy championed it. After JFK’s assassination, Congress renamed it in his honor as a “living memorial.” #KennedyCenter #KenCen 1/4

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

What do lawyers need to know about sexual harassment in the profession today? Join us and the D.C. Bar Sept. 29 for a CLE examining the law, ethical obligations & what lawyers and legal organizations can do to address harassment. Register: dcbar.inreachce.com/details/Info... #SkyLaw #CLE 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Constitution cannot defend itself. As lawyers, we understand that this is our job. On Constitution Day, we recognize our continuing responsibility to protect the democratic freedoms, opportunities, and institutions it established. #ConstitutionDay #RuleOfLaw #appellatesky #skylaw 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

“I feel proud, and I feel mad as hell. We are still dealing with the same issues.” Gloria Steinem said those words in 2022. Today, as we mourn her passing at 92, they feel especially poignant. #GloriaSteinem #WomensRights 1/3

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A profession committed to justice must also confront injustice within its own ranks. Join us and the D.C. Bar for "Uprooting Sexual Harassment in the Legal Profession," a 2-hour CLE on Sept. 29. Register: dcbar.inreachce.com/details/Info... #LegalEthics #lawSky 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Some promises don't expire. Friday, our members stood with thousands at the Lincoln Memorial for the March on Washington: Defend the Vote — because 63 years later, Dr. King's promise is still unfinished business. #MarchOnWashington #VotingRights

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The right to vote was never simply given. It was won through decades of courage and persistence. On this day in 1920, the 19th Amendment was certified. It was a landmark achievement, though many women—especially women of color—continued to face barriers to voting for decades. #19thAmendment 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The fight for civil rights and equal justice continues. Join the March on Washington: Defend the Vote on Aug. 28 and stand together to protect voting rights and advance equal justice. marchonwashington2026.com #CivilRights

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

As the right to vote faces direct attacks, equal opportunity protections are being scaled back, and rising costs make daily life harder for millions of Americans, the promise of the 1963 March on Washington remains unfinished. #VotingRights 1/5

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The legal profession won't get different outcomes for women lawyers by asking them to be more resilient. We need to examine the systems, cultures, and expectations that shape their experiences. #appellatesky 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Some careers change the law. Others change the legal profession itself. Congratulations to our President & Co-Founder, Cory Amron, on receiving the @americanbar.org's 2026 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award. #SkyLaw #lawtwitter #AppellateSky #appellatetwitter

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Science—not politics—should guide access to healthcare. We joined 167 other organizations in filing an amicus brief urging the Fifth Circuit to preserve FDA rules allowing mifepristone to be prescribed through telehealth. Read the brief: www.jenner.com/a/web/4dAQLG... #ReproductiveJustice 1/2

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Many people want to protect voting rights but aren't sure where to start. We've highlighted 4 organizations offering meaningful ways to get involved—whether you're a lawyer or not. Protecting the right to vote takes all of us. #VotingRights #Skylaw #lawtwitter #AppellateSky #appellatetwitter

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

The most powerful moments in history begin with an audacious idea: that the law should recognize what justice already demands. Seneca Falls sparked a movement that took 72 years to secure women's right to vote. That work continues today. #WomensHistory #Equality #SkyLaw

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

John Lewis reminded us that democracy is an act—not a spectator sport. From July 17–19, join the Good Trouble Lives On Weekend of Action. Attend an event, host one, and help teach, reach, and preach the values that strengthen our democracy. Find an event: www.goodtroubleliveson.org #GoodTrouble

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

The Fourth of July celebrates an idea as much as a nation. Nearly 250 years ago, our founders declared that "all men are created equal." While those words did not reflect the lived reality of many Americans, they articulated ideals that generations have worked to make more real. #July4th 1/4

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Protecting democracy requires more than sounding the alarm—it requires building the capacity to defend it. Join our President & co-founder, Cory Amron, this Friday at 12 p.m. ET on Friday Power Lunch. Register: tinyurl.com/yc3knds5 #SkyLaw #Democracy #July4 1/3

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Four years ago, the Supreme Court issued "Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization," overturning nearly 50 years of precedent and eliminating a constitutional right on which generations of Americans had relied to make decisions about their autonomy and their ability to shape their own futures.

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

They marched so others could follow. Friday some of our members attended a performance of SUFFS, honoring the women whose persistence secured the right to vote. Their story reminds us that progress requires courage, community, & the determination to keep marching on. #appellatesky #lawtwitter

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

At the ABA’s 250th Anniversary Celebration of the Declaration of Independence, our board member @lsmlaw.bsky.social reflected on lawyers’ responsibility to defend the rule of law and democratic institutions. #lawtwitter #SkyLaw #appellatetwitter #AppellateSky #LawSky 2/6

Image of a woman with short silver hair in a black pantsuit at a plexiglass lectern, speaking into a microphone and holding a phone with a red and white 51st phone case promoting DC statehood. To her left is a table holding some kind of plaque. Behind her you see the Tidal Basin, cherry blossom trees, and the Washington Monument against a blue sky.

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

How has it already been two weeks since Law Day at the Supreme Court served as a powerful reminder that the rule of law belongs to all of us? #appellatetwitter #LawDay 1/5

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Once again, courts are disregarding the judgment of scientists and physicians in favor of political, religious-based, and misogynistic ideology in the Fifth Circuit’s ruling in Danco Laboratories v. Louisiana. We are outraged - read our statement here. #SkyLaw #ReproductiveRights #SCOTUS 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Tomorrow is May Day, and everyone—not just lawyers—has an opportunity to show up. Plan your action: maydaystrong.org Join us. #MayDay

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Misogyny can be an early warning sign of something far more dangerous--violent extremism—and lawyers need to pay attention. Join us May 11 for a conversation on how gender-based violence, online culture, and extremism intersect—and what lawyers can do: bit.ly/4cd9Rhu #misogyny #lawtwitter #SkyLaw

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Civil rights are under coordinated attack, and we will not stay silent. We oppose the DOJ’s indictment of @splcenter.org. We stand with the Southern Poverty Law Center because defending civil rights is not a crime. We will not be silenced. #civilrights #SkyLaw #AppellateSky

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Momentum is building as May 1 approaches, and the call to act is getting harder to ignore. #MayDay 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Democracy is under real strain, and May 1 is a moment to act. What we’re seeing across the country is not business as usual—and it calls for visible, collective action. #lawtwitter 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

More people are stepping up to protect their neighbors, defend free speech, and uphold the rule of law. This National Volunteer Month, we recognize the everyday Americans showing real bravery in service to our democracy. We all have a role to play. #NationalVolunteerMonth #lawtwitter

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

You only have 2 days left to submit comments in opposition to DOJ's rule changing how state bars can investigate alleged ethics violations by DOJ attys. Grab inspiration from our comments below but submit your own by Monday 4/06 at: www.federalregister.gov/documents/20... #LegalEthics

To: Office of Attorney General
U.S. Department of Justice
Date: March 31, 2026
Re: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking – Amendments to 28 C.F.R. Part 77 (Professional
Conduct of DOJ Attorneys)
Dear Sir or Madam:
We submit these comments on behalf of Women Lawyers On Guard Action Network, Inc.
(“WLGAN”), a national organization dedicated to advancing democratic values and
promoting ethical legal practice in matters affecting public health, safety, and the rule of
law. As an organization composed primarily of lawyers, we recognize that a just and fair
society depends on all lawyers—including those who represent the government—
adhering to the highest ethical standards. Over the last ten years, WLGAN has focused
on promoting ethical legal practice in areas including professional misconduct in the legal
profession, women’s health and reproductive rights, gender and pay equity, and
adherence to the rule of law.
On March 5, 2026, the Department of Justice (“DOJ” or “Department”) published a Notice
of Proposed Rulemaking titled Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against
Department of Justice Attorneys. The stated rationale—preventing duplicative or
politically motivated investigations—has generated widespread and bipartisan opposition.
The breadth and consistency of that opposition reflect serious concerns about the rule’s
implications for attorney accountability and public trust. WLGAN shares these concerns
and strongly opposes the proposed rule.
Under the proposed rule, the Department would assert authority to review bar complaints
against current or former DOJ attorneys before those attorneys are permitted to
participate in state disciplinary proceedings related to their conduct in federal
proceedings. The Department could also request that state disciplinary authorities
suspend parallel investigations pending completion of the Department’s internal review.
Even more problematic is that the rule purportedly authorizes the Department to seek
suspension of ongoing s…

risks such as self-protective bias, resource constraints, or institutional reluctance to
pursue internal discipline. See Motor Vehicle Mfrs. Ass’n v. State Farm Mut. Auto. Ins.
Co., 463 U.S. 29, 43 (1983). In practice, the rule risks creating a de facto safe harbor in
which complaints against DOJ attorneys are never fully investigated or adjudicated, which
will erode public confidence in the integrity of federal law enforcement and other actions
by the Department.
Existing state bar disciplinary systems already include well-established mechanisms to
screen out frivolous or abusive complaints and to manage investigations responsibly. The
Department has not demonstrated that these systems are inadequate or that
extraordinary federal intervention is necessary. Instead, the proposed rule would displace
independent state judgment without articulating a reasoned basis for doing so or
considering obvious alternatives.
The proposed rule also raises serious due process concerns for complainants, state
disciplinary authorities, and the public. By conditioning state bar proceedings on an
undefined, open-ended Department “review,” the rule deprives interested parties of fair
notice, predictable procedures, and meaningful timelines. Neither the rule nor the Notice
of Proposed Rulemaking specifies objective standards governing when a complaint may
be deemed “rogue,” how long Department review may last, or what procedural protections
apply during that review.
This standardless discretion invites arbitrary decision-making and fails to provide the
minimal procedural safeguards. Where, as here, the Department’s decision to delay or
withhold review can foreclose or indefinitely postpone state disciplinary proceedings, due
process requires clear standards and enforceable limits. Their absence permits the
Department to function as both gatekeeper and interested party, heightening the risk of
biased or inconsistent outcomes and undermining confidence in the integrity of the
disciplinary …

For these reasons, the proposed rule must be withdrawn. We strongly believe that lawyer
disciplinary processes must preserve the primacy of state disciplinary authorities and
ensure that ultimate disciplinary authority remains with independent bodies. DOJ
leadership cannot be permitted to police itself.
No lawyer—and certainly no lawyer wielding the power of the federal government—
should be above the law.
Respectfully submitted,

Corrine Parver, Esq.
President, Women Lawyers On Guard Action Network, Inc.

Elaine Metlin, Esq.
Vice President of Advocacy, Women Lawyers On Guard Action Network, Inc.

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

This is what showing up looks like. On March 28, 8M+ people joined 3,300+ No Kings events across the U.S. and beyond. More than 2/3 happened outside major cities. People showed up everywhere— for the Constitution, the rule of law, and democracy. #NoKings #democracy #lawtwitter #AppellateSky

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

In 1 day, people across the country will gather for the No Kings Rally—continuing an American tradition since 1776 of rejecting rule by kings. Show up, stand for the Constitution and the rule of law, and bring two new voices with you. #NoKings #democracy

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Equal pay is about fairness—and we’re not there yet. March 26 is Equal Pay Day, marking how far into the year women must work to catch up. We’ll keep using the law and our collective voice to push for real equity. #EqualPayDay #lawtwitter #appellatetwitter

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Equality under the law shouldn’t still be a fight—but it is. On March 22, 1972, Congress passed the ERA. More than 50 years later, constitutional equality remains unfinished. We keep pushing—because rights shouldn’t depend on shifting laws. #appellatetwitter #lawtwitter #ERA

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

When thousands of people show up together, leaders are reminded who democracy actually belongs to. #democracy #NoKings 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Today, we are thrilled to see our president celebrated for defending the rule of law and driving meaningful change. Congratulations to our President, Cory Amron, on being named by the ABA a 2026 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement! #lawtwitter #appellatetwitter #leadership

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

How many lines in the sand have to be crossed before we show up? On 3/28, people nationwide will gather for the No Kings Rally to defend democratic principles and the rule of law. Join us in DC or find a rally here: www.nokings.org#map If you attend, bring two people new to No Kings. #NoKings

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

The SAVE Act is a voter suppression bill. Requiring in-person proof of citizenship would end online & mail registration and disenfranchise millions. We already have safeguards in place. Call your Senators. Vote NO on the SAVE Act. Script: indivisible.org/actions/stop... #VotingRights

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

The legal profession rests on a simple principle: no lawyer is above the rules. The DOJ now wants its lawyers investigated and disciplined only by the Department itself. That’s the core issue in a newly proposed rule. 🧵 #AppellateTwitter 1/6

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Democracy isn’t self-sustaining. Women are leading the work to protect it. Strong courts. Protected voting rights. Equal justice. That’s what a sustainable future looks like. #WomensHistoryMonth #LeadingTheChange

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

What we love is worth defending. As we celebrated Presidents' Day, we remember George Washington's decision to step down after 2 terms — a choice that strengthened our democracy. At @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social, we honor the advocates who protect equality, justice, & democratic values every day.

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

The law should protect families — not define which ones count. A recent Heritage Foundation proposal would favor marriage, penalize unmarried parents, and weaken gender-equality protections. Worth reading and understanding: www.heritage.org/marriage-and... #AppellateSky #appellatetwitter #SkyLaw

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The SAVE Act + SAVE America Act are back in Congress. Despite different names, they push the same idea: new paperwork + process hurdles that could block eligible voters from registering or staying registered. Call your Senators: senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm #VotingRights

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Abortion bans already increase the risk of death by forcing high-risk pregnancies. Now the Trump admin has ended abortion care through the VA—even for rape or health emergencies. Veterans in all 50 states are affected. This is a national ban. reproductiverights.org/news/trump-a... #Veterans

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Americans are being killed for bearing witness—and immigrants are being disappeared into detention without lawyers. This is not a policy debate. It’s a constitutional crisis. #RuleOfLaw #Minnesota #ICE 1/5

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Also included: CLEs/trainings to help employers prepare for workplace raids, help families with parental delegation, and defend people in detention. Not a lawyer? There are resources for anyone to help. 4/x

Image of the Minnesota state outline made up of different colored icons of people, emphasizing how people across the state can help each other through this time

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

We're not resigning! 💪 Our January newsletter includes: ✅ Virtual Hiring Fair - Jan 14, 11AM-2PM ✅ Webinar series for federal employees transitioning sectors ✅ Volunteer opportunities Want to help? Email camron@womenlawyersonguard.org #Action

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Our 2025 top posts were about turning values into action—pro bono service, effective advocacy, leadership, & confronting urgent issues like reproductive health and workplace safety in the legal profession. Here's the recap + what we're building in 2026 ⬇️ Join: womenlawyersonguard.org/join #Top10

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