A Message From the President

It is with great honor and a profound sense of responsibility that I step into the role as the President of the Old Dominion Bar Association (“ODBA”). I am truly grateful for the trust that has been placed in me, and I look forward to serving alongside each of our members in our shared mission to be “Virginia’s Advocates for Equal Justice.”

Since 1942, the ODBA has stood as a pillar of integrity, excellence, and advocacy within the legal community. As we move forward, I am committed to building on this strong foundation by strengthening the ODBA’s influence in the legal community, increasing engagement among our members and our community at large, supporting professional growth, and ensuring that our collective voice continues to provide leadership and support with respect to the various concerns of African-Americans and other people of color.

If you are a member, I encourage you to stay involved, share your perspectives, and contribute your talents to the ODBA. If you are not a member and you share in our mission, I encourage you to join. All are welcome!  In a climate where diversity has become controversial, our strength lies in our diversity of talents and membership. It is through our collective effort that we will achieve our greatest successes.

Thank you for your commitment and for the opportunity to serve.

Warm regards,

Jennifer M. Williams, Esq.

ODBA President 2026-2028

President@odbabar.com