Woman of the year
Celebrating Impact and Integrity in the law
The Society’s Woman of the Year Award recognizes an attorney member of the Society who exemplifies excellence in trial advocacy and elevates the profession through leadership, integrity, and service. This distinction reflects the Society’s commitment to spotlighting women who not only achieve outstanding results in the courtroom, but also advance the legal community through mentorship, professionalism, and a demonstrated dedication to justice. The Woman of the Year is a pillar of society who uses her knowledge of the law to promote the greater good.
Nominees are evaluated on their professional accomplishments, ethical standards, contributions to the field, and meaningful impact on clients, colleagues, and the broader community. Through this award, the Society of Women Trial Lawyers aims to promote attorneys whose values align with our mission of promoting inclusivity and open-mindedness in the legal community.
MEET Past WINNERS
2025
BETTINA ALTIZER
ALTIZER LAW
2024
MEGAN WHITESIDE
WHITESIDE LEGAL
2022
BIBI FELL
FELL LAW
2023
JULIA METTS
LAW OFFICES OF JULIA METTS
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR 2026
Nominations are now closed for 2026. All submissions are actively being reviewed and considered by the Society’s Advisory Board, who will make the final decision on this year’s winner. The winner will be announced and honored at our Annual Conference.
All nominees must be a members of the Society of Women Trial Lawyers.
celebrate this year’s winner at our annual conference
Join us in Destin, Florida at our annual conference where we’ll announce this year’s Woman of the Year!

