Hispanic National Bar Association - HNBA

09/25/2026

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the PODER™ Class of 2027.

🔗 Apply now: https://loom.ly/BZgC49w

PODER is the General Counsel talent pipeline initiative of the Hispanic National Bar Association and HNBA VIA Fund. Launched in March 2018, PODER is the first initiative that specifically cultivates and positions HNBA members for prominent General Counsel roles by increasing their gravitas, leadersh...

09/24/2026

Our month starts today. Unidos, Somos Más - https://mailchi.mp/hnba/our-month-starts-today-unidos-somos-ms-16321975

09/23/2026

What does it cost to show up as yourself in this profession?

And what does it cost not to?

Join executive coach Arivee Vargas for Honoring Culture. Embracing Authenticity. Elevating Your Career. — a conversation about how honoring your identity strengthens your leadership instead of undercutting it.

Through personal stories and practical insights, Arivee will share how showing up authentically can deepen your impact and build a career that actually fits you.

Wednesday, October 7 · 5:30 – 6:30 PM ET · Zoom

Register here: https://loom.ly/X_rlqlI

09/22/2026

We asked our members one question at convention: what have you accomplished that you wouldn't have accomplished alone?

Eric Alderete answered with a program — HNBA/VIA PODER.

PODER exists on a simple premise: talent alone doesn't get you into a General Counsel seat. Access does. Executive coaching, sponsorship, a cohort of people a few steps ahead of you, and introductions to the people who actually make those hires.

That's what every HNBA leadership program is really for. When you're the only one in the room, the fastest way forward is a room full of people who've already been there. PODER, the IPLI, Puente, ELLA, LLA and more. Pick the one that fits where you are and get in it.

Watch Eric's answer, then give us yours. What have you accomplished that you wouldn't have accomplished alone?

09/21/2026

Complimentary Financial Wellness Checkup - Appointments Available on 9/24 and 9/30 -

During a Financial Wellness Checkup, a Prudential Financial Professional can: answer questions related to overall financial wellness, help you better understand your employer benefit plan and how to use it more effectively, conduct a review and analysis of your current needs and goals and more…

09/21/2026

Don’t miss Pathways to the Bench, a special Hispanic Heritage Month program featuring four Hispanic judges sharing their journeys to judicial service.

📅 September 24 | 12 PM ET | Virtual

🔗 Register: https://loom.ly/nWfC29k

Join Alliance for Justice, the American Constitution Society, and the Hispanic National Bar Association for a special Hispanic Heritage Month conversation with four judges from across the American judiciary. Our panelists will share their paths to the bench, discuss their experiences as Hispanic jur...

09/18/2026

HNBA was proud to co-sponsor last night’s fireside chat with U.S. Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Ketanji Brown Jackson, in partnership with the National Bar Association. HNBA leaders and members from across the country joined us for this remarkable evening.

09/18/2026

Attorney Spotlight: Maria Calvet, Partner at Ropes & Gray

Maria co-leads the firm's global anti-corruption and international risk practice, as well as its Latin America practice, bringing more than two decades of experience in multijurisdictional investigations and compliance work. A former federal prosecutor and in-house counsel at a Fortune 500 company, she's a native Spanish speaker and fluent in Portuguese, with deep experience advising clients across Latin America.

As the first lawyer in her family, Maria credits HNBA mentorship with helping shape her path, and she's made it a priority to mentor the next generation coming up behind her.

09/17/2026

How’s your financial wellness? It may be time for a checkup. 💰

As part of HNBA/VIA’s Su Dinero™ Program, Financial Wellness Checkups are available to help members take a closer look at their financial goals and build greater confidence in their financial future.

With support from Prudential, these checkups are part of our continued commitment to supporting the financial wellness of the HNBA familia at every stage of their careers.

📅 Limited appointments are available:
September 22 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. ET
September 24 | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
September 30 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. ET

Space is limited, so reserve your Financial Wellness Checkup today: https://loom.ly/1iOq9pk

09/17/2026

Building your practice often comes down to one thing: being willing to ask.

Whether it’s asking for a referral, expanding an engagement, securing new business, or creating your next opportunity, knowing how—and when—to make the ask can make all the difference.

Join us September 29 for the next HNBA Career Momentum Lab: Making an Ask, featuring Rudhir Krishtel, coach and founder of Krishtel LLC. Learn what may be holding you back and gain practical strategies to approach important asks with greater confidence and intention.

📅 September 29
⏰ 12:00 p.m. ET
💻 Zoom | Exclusively for active HNBA members

Register through your HNBA Membership Portal. Not active? Renew your membership today to take advantage of this and other members-only professional development opportunities.