Connecticut Bar Association 150th Anniversary
Honoring Our Legacy. Empowering Our Future.

A Message from CBA Leadership

As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Connecticut Bar Association, we have a unique opportunity to reflect on our history, celebrate our profession, and build a stronger foundation for the future. This milestone is not just about looking back—it is about ensuring that the CBA remains a leader in the legal profession, an advocate for access to justice, and a resource for attorneys at every stage of their careers.

Emily A. Gianquinto
President

J. Paul Vance, Jr.
President-Elect

Rowena A. Moffett
Vice President

If you haven't already, please take a moment to join the CBA or continue your membership by renewing today.

Strategic Pillars of the CBA 150th Anniversary

Pillar One
Honoring Our Legacy & Pathway Forward

Commemorating 150 years of legal excellence by uniting all members in celebration, service, and shared purpose.

Pillar Two
Strengthening Unity & Member Engagement

As we celebrate our past, we are also building toward a stronger, more connected community of members. Through modern technology, consistent leadership development, and meaningful member support, we are strengthening the foundation for the next generation of CBA members.

Pillar Three
Expanding Community Impact

Deepening our impact through public education, civic engagement, and statewide collaboration.

Signature Events

150 Minutes of Service Pledge

Celebrate the CBA’s 150th Anniversary by pledging 150 minutes of service in 2025. Your time—whether through pro bono legal work, mentoring, or volunteering in the community—can make a lasting difference.

To help you reach your goal, the CBA is hosting service events across Connecticut, giving members the chance to serve together and strengthen our communities.

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150th Anniversary Gala

Hundreds of attendees gathered on October 16 at Anthony’s Ocean View in New Haven to celebrate 150 years of the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) at its Anniversary Gala. This black-tie celebration marked a historic milestone for the CBA and brought together members from throughout the state to honor the CBA’s rich history and enduring commitment to supporting the legal profession since its founding in 1875.

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Support the CBA through the 1875 Society

Named in honor of the association’s founding year, the 1875 Society is a group of members committed to sustaining the CBA and the legal profession in Connecticut by supporting the delivery of essential programs to fellow members and the public through a voluntary annual contribution of $150.

Your voluntary contribution of $150—in celebration of our 150th anniversary this year—will support the CBA's efforts to maintain its high standards for ethics, professionalism, and civility; advance the effective administration of justice; and build diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal community.

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Programs and Initiatives

Legally Brief Video Series

To commemorate our 150th Anniversary, the CBA has launched a video series featuring short, engaging segments on timely and important topics for both members and the public. From the rule of law and judicial independence to access to justice, ethics, and legal innovation, each video will spark conversation and connect our mission to the broader community.

Have an idea for a topic? We welcome submissions from members for future videos. Please contact Lina at llee@ctbar.org.

View Episodes of Legally Brief

Mentorship for Law Students and Young Lawyers

Join our mentorship program connecting law students and young attorneys with experienced CBA members. Whether you’re looking to mentor or be mentored, we invite you to get involved.

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AI & the Law:
Limited CLE Series

This new, limited CLE series tackles the big questions of artificial intelligence. Each seminar builds on the last, providing a comprehensive journey unpacking the theory, ethical issues, and best uses of AI in legal practice. Explore the benefits, confront the challenges, and avoid the pitfalls of using AI and achieve a better understanding of how it is reshaping the profession. Don't just keep up—get ahead with the insights every lawyer needs in this rapidly-changing landscape.

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Connecticut Bar Association 150th Anniversary Honoring Our Legacy. Empowering Our Future.