Hispanic National Bar Association - HNBA

It begins. 🎉 The HNBA/VIA Intellectual Property Law Institute 2026 is officially underway! Today, 26 exceptional law scholars arrived in Washington, D.C. to kick off a transformative week of IP and tech law immersion. Tonight, they gathered for their Welcome Reception — the first of many connections that will last well beyond this week.

Congratulations to HNBA National President Rosevelie Marquez Morales on being honored with the Hon. Frank Torres Award for Commitment to Diversity at the Latino Judges Association's Biennial Awards Gala! 🏆 This recognition is a testament to her unwavering dedication to advancing the legal profession.

Registration is now open for the 2026 HNBA/VIA Annual Convention — AC2026.

September 9–11, 2026 · Ga***rd National Harbor · Greater Washington, DC

This year's theme, "America at 250: Strengthening the Rule of Law, Elevating Leadership, Shaping What Comes Next," sets the stage for three days of powerful education, meaningful connection, and bold conversations about the future of the legal profession.

Secure your place at AC2026 — and while you're at it, submit a CLE proposal, write for Noticias, explore sponsorship opportunities, or apply to volunteer.

🔗 Register now → https://loom.ly/4btnq5w

On this Memorial Day, the Hispanic National Bar Association honors the fallen heroes who gave their lives in service to our country. We remember their courage, their sacrifice, and their enduring legacy. To the families who carry their memory, we stand with you today and always.

The 2026 HNBA LGBT Division Legacy Scholarship application period is still open, and we encourage eligible law students across the country to apply before the May 31, 2026, deadline.

This $7,000 scholarship recognizes a law student who has demonstrated academic excellence and a strong commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ visibility and leadership within the legal profession and broader community.

As leaders within the HNBA community, we ask our members, Regional Governors, law student chapters, mentors, and supporters to share this opportunity throughout their networks. Amplifying this scholarship is an investment in the next generation of advocates, changemakers, and legal leaders.

📅 Applications Due: May 31, 2026
🔗 Apply Here: https://loom.ly/2kJOEI8

Together, we continue building a stronger, more inclusive profession for future generations.

The Hispanic National Bar Association has spent decades opening doors, building careers, and strengthening our community — and it's our members who make that impact real.

We're looking for HNBA members whose lives have been shaped by this organization, whether through mentorship, opportunity, connection, or community. If HNBA has played a meaningful role in your journey, we invite you to share your story.

Selected stories will be featured in a very special upcoming HNBA experience.

Submit your story: https://loom.ly/vlR11Cc

The theme is here, and it's one for this moment. We are proud to announce the theme for the 2026 HNBA/VIA Annual Convention — America at 250: Strengthening the Rule of Law, Elevating Leadership, Shaping What Comes Next. Join us September 9–11, 2026, at the Ga***rd National Harbor for three days of education, networking, and connection with attorneys, judges, elected officials, law professors, and law students from across the nation. Registration opens May 27. We hope to see you there.

Yesterday, HNBA leaders brought their voices to our nation's capital. We kicked off with a powerful "Who Counts in America?" panel on citizenship, redistricting, and Latino political power, met with federal lawmakers to discuss HNBA's work building the pipeline of Latino lawyers in the legal profession, and closed the evening with a reception. Advocacy Day 2026 was a full day of impact. This is what it looks like to show up for our communities. 🏛️

Today, HNBA members are on Capitol Hill meeting with policymakers to champion the issues that matter most to our communities. From voting rights to immigration to AI — we're making our voices heard. 🏛️

Who gets counted — and who gets to decide? Join the HNBA on May 14 for a powerful conversation on citizenship, redistricting, and the future of Latino political power.

Join us via Zoom this Thursday at 8 a.m. EST: https://loom.ly/giPC_ps