Welcome to MLBA!

MLBA builds community between members through quality educational programs, networking opportunities, and social events. MLBA proudly supports similarly-focused student groups at all of Minnesota’s law schools, as well as efforts to assure that Minnesota is a community where legal professionals can thrive, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. MLBA is a recognized and respected affiliate of the Minnesota State Bar Association, and of the Hennepin and Ramsey County Bar Associations, and of the National LGBT Bar Association.

About Joining MLBA

About Joining MLBA

MLBA membership is open to LGBT and allied attorneys, law students, and other legal professionals.  Current MLBA members include legal professionals from large and small firms, corporate counsel, solo practices, government agencies, non-profits, academia, the judiciary, and those working in non-traditional attorney roles.

The Minnesota Lavender Bar Association is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors and completes most of the association’s tasks through the seven working committees (visit the Committees Page for more information). Members are encouraged to participate in the organization by volunteering on one of the committees or by helping with one of the many events sponsored by MLBA.

To join MLBA, visit our Membership Page. If you have any questions, feel free to visit our Contact Us Page.

News

News

UCLA’s Williams Institute finds that sexual minority stress has significant consequences on the mental health of older gay men

A recent study released by UCLA’s Williams Institute finds that sexual minority stress has significant consequences on the mental health of older gay men, but notes that access to marriage creates a protective effect that counteracts some of the negative outcomes. The study noted that stressors such as descriminationand lack of legal recognition for same sex relationships lead to heightened depressive symptoms.  Read more on their website.

Marriage Equality Info

Marriage Equality Info
“The moment a mere numerical superiority by either states or voters in this country proceeds to ignore the needs and desires of the minority, and for their own selfish purpose or advancement, hamper or oppress that minority, or debar them in any way from equal privileges and equal rights–that moment will mark the failure of our constitutional system.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt 
 
Download resources for Minnesota Marriage Equality:  
Anti-Marriage Amendment Talking Points (.pdf)
 
 
 

See more information about Marriage Equality.