LGBTQ+ Committee

About the Committee

NAWJ LGBTQ+ Committee seeks to provide opportunities for NAWJ members to meet and exchange views and to promote education among its members and among the general public on legal and judicial issues related to the gay and lesbian community; and aid in ensuring the equal treatment of all persons who appear in a courtroom, as a litigant, attorney, juror, staff person in any other capacity.

Committee Chairs

Hon. Vickie Henry, Massachusetts Appeals Court

Hon. Victoria Kolakowski, Alameda County Superior Court

Members

Hon. Patricia Bernstein, Boston Municipal Court, Retired
Hon. Ann Breen-Greco, Independent Administrative Judiciary Professional
Ms. Jodi Cleesattle, California Department of Justice
Hon. Carol King, Immigration Judge, Retired
Hon. Nghana Lewis, 40th Judicial District Court, Division B
Hon. Michelle McGovern, Iowa Division of Workers’ Compensation, Retired

Getting Involved

Explore the links below to join or renew your membership, get involved with a committee, register for upcoming events, and help advance justice and equality through NAWJ.

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