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2026 Women’s Leadership Conference

Mar 2, 2026 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Location: New Jersey Law Center or Webcast

 

Register Now to Earn up to 6.7 CLE credits

2026 Women’s Leadership Conference

Member Price: $150.00
Non-Member Price: $225.00

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Join exceptional women for a program that will motivate and inspire all attorneys.

The yearly Women’s Leadership Conference returns with a special keynote speaker, Christine Quinn—former New York City Council Speaker, author, cable-news political commentator, and CEO of Women In Need—whose career spans public service, media, and advocacy for women’s equality.

Join accomplished practitioners who have used their law degree and their creativity to build careers on their own terms. From launching and leading firms, to founding innovative businesses, to serving as in-house counsel, to holding influential government roles, these trailblazing lawyers have charted their own paths to success. There will be breakouts specific to attorneys in solo and small practices, government and in-house attorneys and those in larger firms. Learn from the best and discover insights you can apply to your own career.

For this special presentation, NJSBA President Christine A. Amalfe will moderate a keynote presentation with Ms. Quinn.

The rest of the incredible agenda is below and includes time to network and explore businesses that support the practice of law.

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Christine A. Amalfe

Moderator

     Christine A. Amalfe, Esq.
President, NJSBA
FBT Gibbons, Newark
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Keynote Speaker

     Christine Quinn
Former Speaker of the New York City Council,
Author
With Patience and Fortitude: A Memoir
 

Speakers

Chief Judge Renee Marie Bumb, Chief U.S.D.J.
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
 

Hon. Lisa Perez-Friscia, J.A.D.
NJ Judiciary

Lynda Bennett, Esq.
Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Kimberly Capers, Esq.
Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office
Suzanne Cera, Esq.
Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, P.C., Chatham
Rasmeet Chahil, Esq.
Lowenstein Sandler LLP, Roseland
Mary Gabriel, Esq.
McCarter & English LLP, Newark
Alexandra V. Gallo, Esq.
O’Toole Scrivo LLC, Cedar Grove
Ayesha Krishnan Hamilton, Esq.
Hamilton Law Firm PC, Princeton
Tracey Hinson, Esq.
Hinson Snipes, LLP
Valerie Jackson, Esq.
NJ Department of the Treasury/Division of Administration
Natalya G. Johnson, Esq.
Johnson & Johnson – New Brunswick
Rippi K. Karda, Esq.
Associate General Counsel, Verizon, Basking Ridge

Cristal Lambert, Esq.
Jeralyn L. Lawrence, Esq.
Past President, New Jersey State Bar Association
Lawrence Law, LLC, Watchung
Diana C. Manning, Esq.
Second Vice President, New Jersey State Bar Association
Bressler Amery & Ross, PC, Florham Park
Jennifer Mara, Esq.
Baldassare & Mara, LLC, Roseland
Corinne McCann Trainor, Esq.
Fox Rothschild LLP, Princeton
Cheyne Scott, Esq.
Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC
Sheryl J. Seiden, Esq.
SeidenFreed, LLC, Cranford
Jennifer N. Sellitti, Esq.
Public Defender for the State of New Jersey, Office of the Public Defender, Trenton
Kristin D. Sostowski, Esq.
FBT Gibbons, Newark
Rachel Stark, Esq.
Stark & Stark
Kimberly A. Yonta, Esq.
Past President, New Jersey State Bar Association
Yonta Law LLC, New Brunswick 

Practicing Law on Your Own Terms

The NJSBA Women’s Leadership Conference returns for another inspiring and empowering day designed to motivate attorneys at every stage of their career. Join accomplished practitioners who have used their law degree and their creativity to build careers on their own terms. From launching and leading firms, to founding innovative businesses, to serving as in-house counsel, to holding influential government roles, these trailblazing lawyers have charted their own paths to success. There will be breakouts specific to attorneys in solo and small practices, government and in-house attorneys and those in larger firms. Learn from the best and discover insights you can apply to your own career.

Program Agenda:

  • 9:00 | Welcome from Christine A. Amalfe, Esq., NJSBA President
  • 9:05 | How to Build Your Brand
    Building your brand requires you to intentionally shape a reputation that reflects expertise, confidence, and leadership. This session explores how to build authentic branding that drives business generation. Learn how to master presence, expand your reach, and define success in your own terms.
  • 10:15 | Making the Connections: Why You Need a Network and How to Build One
    This is a unique opportunity to hear from experienced women in the law on how to build a network that fuels growth and confidence.
  • 11:30 | Lunch – Fireside Chat: Christine Quinn and Christine A. Amalfe
  • 1:00 | Breakout Sessions (Choose One)
    – Developing a Successful Business as a Solo or Small-Firm Practitioner
    – Big Fish in the Big Pond – Thriving at a Larger Law Firm
    – Guidance for Government Attorneys and In-House Counsel
  • 2:30 | Break
  • 2:45 | Lessons from Women Leaders
    Join us as our distinguished panel shares the ways high-achieving women can thrive at work with a look at how resilience and wellbeing play an important role.
  • 4:00 | Cocktail Party
 
 
 

CLE Credits

 
NJ CLE: NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 6.7 hours of total CLE credit (Full Credits Available: NJ General: 6.7).
NY CLE: NY Professional Practice Transitional: 6.5
PA CLE: PA Substantive Credit: 5.5
New: No PACLE fee is required for this program. To earn PA CLE credits, a valid PA Bar ID number must be entered into the CLE form provided after attending the program.

Important Information About Our Events, Meetings, and More:
To secure your spot and receive important updates about our events, meetings, and other gatherings, such as schedule changes, remember to register in advance.

Digital Materials & Environmental Commitment: As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability, unless otherwise noted, all seminar materials are provided as digital downloads. You can access these materials through:

  • The “My Links” section at the top of our website for in-person or online events
  • Or, for online programs, the event access link included in your joining instructions

Cancellation and Refund Policy:
If you need to cancel your registration and are not transferring to another program or date, please submit a written request to us at least three business days before the event, meeting, or gathering. You will receive a refund minus a $20.00 cancellation fee. No refunds or registration changes will be issued within three business days of the event, meeting, or gathering.

Stay Informed:
Registered participants will be notified of any schedule changes. For updates regarding inclement weather, please check your email or visit NJSBA.com.

Media Consent:
By participating in our events, meetings, or other gatherings, you agree to be photographed and/or recorded. Additionally, all media content captured during these gatherings will become the property of NJSBA. This content, including your image and name, may be used in our future promotional materials without additional consent or compensation.

Scholarship & Financial Assistance Policy:
Read our Scholarship & Financial Assistance Policy and submit an Application here: https://njsba.com/njicle/cle-programs/scholarship/