WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 12, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Associate Meet & Greet
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
General Counsel Welcome Reception
7:30AM Registration
7:30 - 8:15AM Breakfast
8:30 - 8:45AM "How to Leverage the Retreat"
8:45 - 9:45AM "Branding Through the Noise: Leading with Clarity in Times of Change" with Paula Edgar
10:00 - 11:00AM "The Future is You: Leading with Intention, Authenticity & Courage" with Kori Carew
11:00 - 11:10AM Group Photo
11:15AM - 12:30PM General Counsel Panel
12:30 - 2:30PM Lunch & Career Meetups
3:00-5:00PM Group Recreation Outings
6:25 - 7:25PM Networking Wine Reception
7:30 - 9:30PM Keynote Dinner
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 14, 2025
7:15 - 8:15AM Breakfast
8:30 - 8:45AM About Ms. JD
8:45 - 9:00AM "How to Follow Up After the Retreat"
9:00 - 10:00AM Partner Panel
10:15 - 11:30AM General Counsel Panel
11:45AM - 1:00PM Speed Coaching
1:00 - 2:00PM Farewell Lunch
New in 2025, the Inclusive Leadership for Allies pilot track offers a curated experience for a limited number of associates and general counsel who are committed to building more inclusive teams and advancing equity in the legal profession.
While associates will engage in tailored leadership and allyship development sessions based on their needs, all participants—regardless of track—will share in the same high-value experiences, including:
This expanded model maintains the core of what makes LaddHer Up a transformative experience for associates while offering forward-thinking firms a meaningful way to engage associates in their leadership journey.
Participation in the pilot track is limited.
Determined to Rise. Equipped to Lead.
Ms. JD is a national organization that helps women in law find community and opportunity at every stage in their career, from aspiring attorneys to seasoned professionals.