Columbia Law Women's Association

Continuing our board intros… our amazing Private Sector, Public Sector, and Judiciary Chairs ⚖️👩🏻‍⚖️

Introducing more of our ‘25-26 Executive Board: Treasurer, Social Chair, and Secretary! Love having board members who share things in common, and looking forward to working together to do great things this year!

Stay tuned for more…

Introducing CLWA’s 2025-26 Co-Presidents & Vice President 📢👩‍⚖️

So excited to see what this year will bring and continue the amazing work of our previous leadership.

Keep an eye out for more exec board introductions…

Member Spotlight: Co-President
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What advice would you give someone starting ? 👩🏻‍🏫

“As a 1L, it's easy to get swallowed up and feel lost--especially during a largely virtual semester. Push yourself to approach your classmates and your professors early--sustain, and build, those connections throughout the semester. Speak your mind, but respect your classmates' different points of view. Know your worth, but understand that your classmates are your allies--treat them with respect. Everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) comes to with a unique and impressive background. Get to know each other, the faculty, and the upper-classmen--not only will you learn the law better, but you'll also learn new, important things about others (and yourself!).”
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How have you been spending your summer? ☀️

“This summer, I interned for the government watch-dog, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (). There, I analyzed emerging government ethics and transparency issues, conducted legal/policy research, and prepared complaints, FOIA requests, and other written products for ongoing litigation. I also researched and advised on federal judicial ethics reform and presidential tax transparency! When I wasn't working, I helped to improve and clear a 120+ acre farm/ranch in rural Connecticut--unearthing (literally!) the property's 200+ year history as a working farm, turned youth hostel, now, private estate.” 🐮
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🦁⚖️!!DOUBLE TAKEOVER !!⚖️🦁
Tune in to find out what Co-Presidents & are doing to revamp during this unprecedented year for and uniquely transformative year for our organization!

Our first member spotlight goes to CLWA Co-President, Paula Zampietro! What advice would you give someone starting law school/CLS?

“Don't put too much pressure on yourself. 1L year is important, but there are so many other things that matter more than having perfect grades. Make friends, get to know your professors, join student orgs and find time to relax and do the things that make you happy.”

How have you been spending your summer?

“I worked part of the summer at a law firm and the spent the other part doing pro-bono work for a voting rights organization. I also played tons of board games with my family and picked up tennis again!”

Join the CLWA Co-Presidents tonight at 5:15 for a Virtual Happy Hour! Bring your favorite beverage and any questions you have about CLWA, 1L, and law school in general.

We invite you to join CLWA at our first virtual happy hour on Thursday, July 16th at 5:15 PM. Bring a glass of your favorite beverage and a snack. Relaxed attire encouraged!

To learn a little bit about CLWA, we have created this slide and invite you to visit our website at https://orgs.law.columbia.edu/clwa/content/about-clwa. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Please join us at the Virtual Block Party this Thursday at 5:15 PM. We look forward to meeting you!

We had a fantastic time hearing from women attorneys working in M&A at the Women in M&A lunch panel earlier today. Panelists talked about their careers, finding mentors (and sponsors!), and what they love about working in the fast-paced, dynamic M&A space!

We had an amazing time at retreat. Grateful for a weekend away from the city with some wonderful women. Swipe to the end for our co-presidents looking like the good apples they are! 🍎 @ Lakewood House Estate, NY