Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia

The Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia (APABA-VA), based in McLean, VA, serves as a vital professional organization representing the interests of Asian Pacific American attorneys and legal professionals throughout Virginia. As a diverse and non-partisan association, APABA-VA connects lawyers, law students, judges, business leaders, and government attorneys who are committed to advancing the legal profession while advocating for the Asian Pacific American community. The organization fosters professional development through legal scholarship, community involvement, and advocacy initiatives designed to promote justice, equality, and opportunity for Asian Pacific Americans across the Commonwealth. APABA-VA membership automatically includes affiliation with the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), connecting members with over 40,000 Asian Pacific American attorneys nationwide. The association welcomes those with Asian heritage or Asian Pacific American interests regardless of background, provided they are engaged in the study, teaching, or practice of law and share a commitment to improving the lives of all Virginians. Since its founding in 1998 by prominent legal leaders including the Hon. Gerald B. Lee and other senior attorneys, APABA-VA has grown into an exciting community of legal professionals dedicated to addressing issues important to the Asian Pacific American community. Whether you are a practicing attorney, law student, judge, or business leader in McLean or elsewhere in Virginia, APABA-VA provides networking opportunities, professional growth, and a unified voice for Asian Pacific American legal interests in the state.