Whether you are exploring law school, navigating your first years of practice, building a book of business, making partner, transitioning in-house or into public service, or taking the bench, LGBT Bar NY is here to support you at every stage of your legal journey.
Support for Every Stage of Your Career
Our community connects you with judges, practitioners, academics, and advocates who understand both the professional milestones and personal dimensions of building a meaningful, sustainable career in the law.
Through tailored programming, leadership pathways, practice sections, and dedicated mentorship, we ensure that no matter where you are on your path—or where you hope to go next—you never have to do it alone.
Where You Find Your Footing
- Law Students
Campus-to-practice pipelines, externship preparation, resume workshops, and direct judicial exposure.
Law Students Committee - Years 1–10 & Clerks
Peer support networks, practical skills seminars, and institutional leadership ladders.
Emerging Leaders Committee - Practitioners & Advocates
Community legal clinic frontline service, policy work, and specialized practice exchanges.
Pro Bono & Transgender Law - Judicial Aspirants
Explore our LGBTQ+ Judicial Pathway Program: dedicated mentorship from sitting jurists; application and vetting guidance.