Women's White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA)

Last Chance to Nominate! Closes Today! Submit your nominations for the 2026 WWCDA  Awards. Learn more and nominate here: wwcda.org/event/awards-p…

#WWCDA's Florida Chapter hosted a networking luncheon for its members where they discussed pertinent issues affecting the white-collar field. Thanks to chapter organizers Barbara Llanes, Evelyn Baltodano Sheehan and Maria Fehretdinov for bringing it all together!

#WWCDA Spanish Chapter members gathered for a discussion: "And beyond the Courtroom? A discussion on the professional development of women lawyers." Thanks to Marta García-Valenzuela, Adriana de Buerba and Miriam Abajo for a great discussion and Pérez-Llorca for hosting.

Registration is now open for the WWCDA London Programme & Reception! June 9 | 5:30 PM BST • Global Enforcement & Compliance Series (Part 2) – virtual + in-person • Reception – held in conjunction with the GIR Women in Investigations Conference wwcda.org/event/other-pr…

#WWCDA Swiss Chapter hosted traditional drinks during the Geneva International Legal Week and C5 Conference in Geneva. Thank you to Herminius who sponsored the event and to our colleagues and friends from the WWCDA Chapters who joined us from abroad!

The #WWCDA Italy Chapter held its Spring gathering and shared insights and experience on recent trends in corporate criminal liability and trade sanctions. A great time was had by all!

#WWCDA Phoenix Chapter hosted a CLE Luncheon on Tips and Tricks for Working with General Counsel. Melissa Ho gave insights about best practices when assisting with corporate projects in the white-collar space and serving corporate clients. Thanks to all who attended!

The #WWCDA Awards celebrate leaders who are shaping the future of white collar defense and compliance while championing equal opportunity in our field. Recognize the women, men, and organizations making meaningful impact. Deadline: Friday, April 17 wwcda.org/event/awards-p…

The #WWCDA Atlanta Chapter recently hosted a networking lunch where local chapter members gathered and built meaningful connections. Thank you to Lynne Borsuk for organizing such a wonderful event.

Don't miss the chance to submit your nominations for this year’s prestigious #WWCDA Awards! The deadline is Friday, April 17. Award recipients will be honored at the 2026 WWCDA Awards Gala this December. Learn more and submit your nominations here: wwcda.org/event/awards-p…

Congrats to #WWCDA Phoenix Chapter members Kathy Brody and Anne Chapman who argued before the Arizona Supreme Court at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at ASU. Keep up the good work!

Congratulations to #WWCDA Washington D.C. Chapter member Amy Worley, whose debut book, The Confidence Advantage: Optimizing Privacy, Cybersecurity and AI Governance for Growth, has achieved Best Seller Status. Learn more: ow.ly/Kez950YBpT9

Congrats to #WWCDA Philadelphia Chapter member Jessica Natali who was recognized by Temple University Beasley School of Law as a 2026 Women’s Law Caucus Leadership Award honoree highlighting her professional accomplishments, leadership, and commitment to community engagement!

Nominate a student in the final year of legal education for the 2026 WWCDA Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Outstanding Law Student Award! Award recipients will be honored at the 2026 WWCDA Awards Gala this December. Learn more and nominate! wwcda.org/event/awards-p…

The recent #WWCDA Small Firm Initiative (SFI) Breakfast Club in San Diego reminded us that the strongest communities are built in the in-between moments—the ones filled with generosity, trust and friendship. Thank you to our small law sponsors for making the event possible!

#WWCDA is pleased to partner with GIR for its 11th Annual Investigations Meeting, London. WWCDA members receive 10% off with code: WWCDA10. Register today! ow.ly/NzPy50YyBJ9

Nominate a current or former member of WWCDA for the Laurie A. Miller Leadership Award! Award recipients will be honored at the 2026 WWCDA Awards Gala this December. wwcda.org/event/awards-p…

Join #WWCDA for a panel on Tuesday, March 24th featuring Michelle Johnson, Tiffany Couch, and Lisa Snow in a discussion about small firm succession and business modeling, the first in the WWCDA Small Firm Initiative's Mind on the Money series.

Congratulations to #WWCDA member Carley Palmer, a partner at Halpern May Ybarra Gelberg LLP, who obtained pre-trial dismissal of all criminal charges brought against her client through extensive discovery into the prosecution's case and aggressive early motion practice.

WWCDA Awards Nominations are OPEN! Nominate an inspiring junior member of WWCDA for the Catherine M. O'Neil Mentoring Award. Learn more and submit your nominations today! wwcda.org/event/awards-p… Pictured: Jennifer Lieser, 2025 Cathy O'Neil Mentoring Award Recipient