Not Just a Title, It is a Movement.
Join the Ms. JD Leadership Circle and shape the future of women in law.
Founded by law students who understood firsthand the challenges of the legal journey, Ms. JD’s programs are intentionally designed to meet people where they are. Our offerings reflect the real-world needs and ambitions of women in law today, prioritizing relevance, creativity, and accessibility to ensure every experience is both inspiring and actionable.
But we cannot do this alone. Join the Leadership Circle today and build a legacy that matters.
Recognize Your Legacy.
The Ms. JD Leadership Circle recognizes all donors making a gift of $1,000 or more during the fiscal year, providing unrestricted support to the growth and development of our programs and services.
Leadership Circle members receive public recognition on Ms. JD’s website, at our Limitless Awards & Gala, and during the annual LaddHer Up retreat. Visionaries and Champions will be invited to a special VIP event.
Lasting change starts with just one person. Thanks to the unwavering commitment of our Leadership Circle, we ensure that even more women can realize their dream legal career without limits.
Recognition Tiers.
VISIONARY
$10,000
CHAMPION
$5,000
ADVOCATE
$2,500
LEADER
$1,000
Your Impact.
"THANKS TO MS. JD, I AM ENTERING MY POST-GRADUATE CHAPTER NOT ONLY WITH A CLEARER SENSE OF DIRECTION, BUT ALSO WITH A NETWORK OF MENTORS AND PEERS WHO CONTINUE TO INSPIRE AND UPLIFT ME."
Ms. JD champions women in law, helping them pave their own path from consideration through career with accessible resources, mentorship, and a supportive network.
INSPIRING THE FUTURE OF LAW.
This year, over 100 middle-school students will see themselves as future lawyers, judges, and changemakers through our free Determined to Rise program. By connecting young leaders with law students and legal professionals from all backgrounds, students see that they belong–and that their dream career is within reach.
BREAKING BARRIERS TO LAW SCHOOL.
Through our free Pre-Law programs, we make sure that everyone has the resources they need to get into law school. This year our admissions experts shared insights and advice with over 1800 aspiring lawyers.
EMPOWERING TOMORROW'S LEADERS.
At our Law Student Leadership Academies, more than 500 law students have found community and guidance as they prepare to launch their legal career. With workshops on everything from developing your leadership style to maintaining mental wellness, we ensure that law students are equipped with the skills, connections, and resources they need to succeed.
ADVANCING CAREERS.
Through our annual LaddHer Up retreat, more than 570 early-career lawyers have built a network of peers and mentors across the legal field. By focusing on real relationships and expert guidance, we help attorneys thrive in their careers.
Thank you to our Leadership Circle Members.
Visionary
Zabrina Jenkins
Champion
Shanti Ariker
Michelle Banks
Megan Belcher
Dorian Daley
Krystal Durham*
Jan Kang
Katrina Lindsey
Kerry McLean
Desiree Ralls-Morrison
Julie Rottenberg
Jeanna Steele
Beth Van Schaack
Kathi Vidal
Advocate
Adam Frankel
Anna Gressel
Jill Hengen*
Kristin O'Carroll
Alex Phillips
Bret Stancil
Becky Troutman
Katie Waitzman
Ruby Garrett*
Amanda Groves
Kimberly Higgins*
Cassandra Payton
Gretchen Ramos
Diana Stern
Kiara Vaughn*
Damier Xandrine*
Leader
Deborah Adler
Tia Arzu
Taylor Ball
Nathan Barksdale
Jenelle Beavers*
Nicole Black
Daphne Chang
Iris Chen
Grover Cleveland
Erva Cockfield
Daniel Cody
Cynthia Cole
Jacqueline Collins
Delida Costin
Labdhi Desai*
Victoria L Donati
Sara Garcia Duran
Adam Renslo
Steven Rice*
Ashley Gherlone Pezzi*
Katherine Griffitts
Julie Gruber
Claire Hart
Carolyn Herzog
Kimya Hoffmann
Chantal Hwang*
Rara Kang*
Jaye Kasper
Katherine Larkin-Wong
Louis Lehot
Amanda MacDonald
Stacey Mohr
Jack Pace
Claudia Regen
Kara Ricupero
Jessica B Rydstrom
Lauren Schwartz
Sylvia Stein
Allison Stewart
Beth Stewart
Elke Suber
Janel Thamkul
Samantha Villanueva-Meyer
Jade Wagner
Seth Weissman
Brian Wheeler
Sivan Whiteley
Danielle Williams*
Aparna Williams*
Natasha Zech
*Ms. JD Board Member
Determined to Rise. Equipped to Lead.
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