This meeting will be In Person and open to All HLA Members.

Join us for our General Body Meeting and a presentation from SBOT President Santos Vargas.

The CLE will include an update from the State Bar including President Vargas’s access to justice initiatives, as well as information on how to help those effected by the Hill Country flooding.

Join HLA for our monthly First Friday networking mixer where legal professionals can gather to unwind, connect and expand our networks!

Join the Houston Lawyers Association for Membership Orientation!

JOIN HLA FOR OUR AUGUST GENERAL BODY MEETING! This meeting is open to All HLA Members.

August General Body Meeting the first meeting of our 2025-2026 Bar Year!

Questions? Contact Corresponding Secretary, Jasmine Edwards at corresponding@houstonlawyersassociation.org.

HLA is excited to attend the National Bar Association Convention July 26-August 1, 2025!

We want to connect with every HLA member attending to stay in touch while in the city, and to determine our election voting strength! Please help us by completing the form on our event page!

DiversePro, Sweatt Equity Group, Impact Hub, The Downtown Group and Houston Lawyers Association for “Insights & Perspectives: What 50 Years of Stellar Legal Practice Teach.” featuring HLA Past President, Marty Wickliff!

Kick off the 2025–2026 bar year with HLA’s first event of the summer! Celebrate Juneteenth with music, games, and family fun at the Houston Botanic Garden—honoring our freedom and Black heritage.

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates June 19, 1865—the day the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It serves as a powerful reminder of delayed justice, enduring strength, and the continued pursuit of equity.

As the African American Bar of Houston, HLA honors Juneteenth as a time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs of Black Americans, celebrate cultural heritage, and reaffirm our commitment to justice, advocacy, and uplifting our community.

Happy Father’s Day from the Houston Lawyers Association!

Welcome to the 2025–2026 Bar Year! Under the leadership of President Élan Moore-Jones, HLA reaffirms its commitment to advocacy, mentorship, and collective progress. Guided by this year’s theme, "Lifting As We Climb: The Duty of the Black Lawyer," we continue moving forward with purpose in a challenging political climate—standing firm in our responsibility to lead, uplift, and serve.

Join HLA for our FINAL mixer of the bar year as we bid farewell to President Gibson and welcome incoming President Moore-Jones!

We are inviting all past, present and interested HLA members to come fellowship with us at Thirteen’s private bowling alley!

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Join HLA for our May General Body Meeting: Arbitration Essentials: A Practical Guide with the AAA-ICDR.

This presentation provides a practical overview of arbitration, guiding attendees through key stages—from filing and arbitrator selection to hearings and the final award. Participants will leave equipped to help clients evaluate arbitration as a dispute resolution option and incorporate well-crafted arbitration clauses into their practice.

Questions? Contact CLE Committee Chair, Simone Bray-Albloshi at cle@houstonlawyersassociation.org.

This course is a detailed explanation of the 5 Specialty dockets currently operating in Harris County. The course will review the criteria and referral procedures.

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We are dedicated to helping individuals in our community clear their criminal records, opening doors to better employment, housing, and other essential resources.

Whether you are seeking guidance on the expungement process or looking for direct legal assistance, our team of experienced attorneys and volunteers is here to support you every step of the way.

This presentation will cover the new criminal prohibition on abortion and related crimes and prosecutions of pregnant people in Texas, as well as potential defenses.

Join the National Bar Association and HLA for the Houston stop of the Listening & Engagement Tour, where legal minds will meet to discuss the future of legal advocacy. RSVP Today!

Join the Houston Lawyers Association for our 2025-2026 Board Election Meeting. Candidates will give their platform speeches and eligible HLA members will case their votes.

Join HLA for our April First Friday and Spring Membership Mixer! We are inviting all past, present and interested HLA members to come network with us at Off The Record in the heart of Downtown Houston!

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Join us for Raising the Bar: The Impact of Diverse Women Presidents, a powerful panel and reception exploring the transformative influence of women leaders in bar associations. Engage in an authentic discussion on navigating systemic barriers, redefining power, and leveraging our diverse experiences to create lasting change and sustain impact.

Join the Solo/Small Firm Section for their March CLE: Leveraging Technology- Tools and Tips for Efficiency and Profitability CLE, featuring Attorney D’Angelo Lowe.

Join HLA and The Downtown Group for our Women’s History Month event: ‘Walk and Talk with DTG and HLA! Attendees will get their steps in while learning about trailblazing women in the legal field.

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Join the Family Law Section for their March CLE: It Takes A Village- Exploring Grandparent’s Rights in Texas. This CLE is featuring Attorney Cherika Edwards with the Law Office of Cherika Edwards.

Join the Probate & Estates Section for their March CLE: Understanding the role of the Harris County Office of Public Probate Administrator, featuring Attorney Brandon Cofield.

Join HLA for our March General Body Meeting: What’s the Emergency? Immediate Impact of Health Care Changes Under New Administration, featuring Apriel Powell, UTMB Healthcare.

The session will be focused on recent court decisions, proposed legislation (state and federal), and likely trends in health care, with an emphasis on access, costs, and delivery.  The specific areas of focus will include topics in managed care/insurance, reproductive medicine, mental health, and prescription drug prices.  Additional discussion will highlight any recent developments of the new Trump Administration that will affect healthcare system or organizations' client operations.

Are you interested in joining the HLA Board of Directors?

Join us for our March Informational and learn about roles, responsibilities and how you can help shape the future of HLA.

Attendance is mandatory for anyone interested in running for a Board Position.

Join HLA for an evening of fun, fellowship, and celebration as we gather for Black Heritage Night at the Houston Rodeo! We have limited tickets available for the concert, and we will end the night at the Houston Rodeo Hideout (White Tent).

For more information about the rodeo, please visit: https://www.rodeohouston.com/

Join the Judicial Section for their March CLE, From the Bench to the Bar: The Role of Jury Panels in Strengthening Confidence in the Justice System, featuring Hon. LaShawn Williams, Presiding Judge of Harris County Court at Law No.4!

Join the Transactional Section for their February CLE: Navigating the IP Landscape, featuring Attorney Carissa Olowos, with Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

This CLE will explore the fundamentals of intellectual property law and the ethical challenges that come with protecting innovation. We’ll discuss key topics like patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, along with ethical concerns such as fair use, conflicts of interest, and responsible enforcement. Attorneys will learn how to safeguard IP rights while maintaining integrity in legal and business practices.