Nia Binns Re-Appointed Health and Wellness Committee Co-Chair of the BWLA

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is pleased to announce that Nia Binns has been re-appointed Health and Wellness Committee Co-Chair of the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago Inc. (BWLA) for the 2026 – 2027 bar year.

As Co-Chair, Nia will help lead the committee's efforts to promote the physical, mental, and overall well-being of BWLA members while addressing the unique challenges and stressors faced by Black women in the legal profession. Nia also served in the role for the 2025 – 2026 bar year.

In addition to her committee leadership role, Nia serves on the BWLA Scholarship Fund Board. Earlier this year, she was recognized with a 2026 BWLA Rising Star Award, which honors members who have demonstrated exceptional service and meaningful contributions to the association. The award recognized Nia's dedication and impact during the 2025 – 2026 bar year.

About the BWLA

Founded in 1987, the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago, Inc. (BWLA) has grown into one of Illinois’ leading bar associations, representing African-American female attorneys, judges, law professors, and law students throughout the Chicago area and the broader Midwest.

The BWLA supports its members and local communities through professional development programs, mentorship and networking opportunities, scholarship initiatives, and community engagement efforts. Dedicated to advancing the interests of African American women in law, the association works to foster professional excellence, expand opportunities for inclusion, and drive meaningful progress within the legal profession.