Advocating For Justice

Welcome to the National Association of Bench and Bar Spouses (NABBS) website.  Founded in St. Louis, Missouri in 1951, NABBS, Inc. provides a powerful voice for the spouses of local, national, and international lawyers and judges. As spouses of legal professionals, we live legally adjacent lives and often bear witness to grave injustices that take place in our community. Through this organization, we also bear witness to the shared desire and willingness to bring about change. NABBS’ mission is to create spaces to  network and fellowship with other “legal” families. We also collectively come together to  make significant positive social impact.

I am both honored and excited to address you as the President of NABBS, Inc. for the  upcoming year. As I begin this journey, I am reminded of the collective strength and  dedication that defines our membership. The success of NABBS and its impact are a testament to the commitment and passion of our members. This ongoing membership is  part of a legacy that lives on through our shared work. I am eager to build on these achievements and to work collaboratively to advance our goals. 

Our philanthropic arm, the NABBS Foundation, fundraises to award legal scholarships,  sponsors forums to heighten awareness, and promotes health initiatives. Further, the  Presidents’ Endowment Fund has been established to fund activities supporting the tenets  of the organization. 

The National Executive Board governs and plans the work of the organization. Along with our Regional Representatives and NABBS members, local chapters across the country host  events where members can foster close relationships while steadfastly serving our community.  

Over the next year, my platform will focus on increasing our membership, strengthening our  community engagement, widening our reach, and increasing our visibility. Our goal is to  ensure that NABBS continues to make a meaningful difference. 

I encourage our members to participate in our events, connect with fellow members, and immerse themselves in the projects and initiatives that allow us to become stakeholders in the community. Together, we can seize new opportunities and continue to drive our mission forward.  

Thank you once again for your support and confidence. I look forward to working alongside  each of you as we embark on this exciting new chapter. 

Respectfully yours, 

Taylora O’Bryant Gary 

National President, NABBS, Inc.