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On October 17, 2013, the MBLA hosted a Pathways to Success Program at Ropes & Gray. The program included a welcome from Ropes & Gray Partner Diane Patrick and featured a panel of successful young partners, including Moderator Damian Wilmot and panelists Darly David, Damon Hart, Danielle Pelot and Leslie Spencer. They had a candid conversation about how they navigated their path to partnership and shared insights about their journey and tips for achieving success at all stages of your career.

On October 1, 2013, LexNoir hosted a forum at Nixon Peabody in Boston on doing business and investing in Africa. LexNoir is an international network of lawyers connecting the Africa Diaspora. Forum topics included: international private equity in Africa; developing partnership business models to do business in Africa; franchising in Africa; and black economic empowerment - what foreign investors in South Africa should know.

On September 26, 2013, the MBLA hosted its annual Fall Welcome Reception at the Blue Glass Cafe in the John Hancock Tower. The evening featured networking, practical advice, and opening remarks from Justice Geraldine S. Hines of the Massachusetts Appeals Court. The event was generously sponsored by Latham & Watkins LLP.

On August 17, 2013, the MBLA's Community Service Committee hosted a Neighborhood Clean-Up event in Codman Square in Dorchester. Volunteers worked hard to keep the neighborhood clean and looking vibrant.

On August 11, 2013, the MBLA hosted its annual Summer Clambake on Thompson Island.

On July 25, 2013, the Boston Lawyers Group (BLG) hosted its annual Summer Soiree at Fish & Richardson. The reception brought out summer associates of color, attorneys, and BLG members and supporters from throughout the Boston region.

On July 23, 2013, the Boston Lawyers Group (BLG) hosted its Annual Wine Tasting for Summer Associates of Color event at Nutter McClennen & Fish. The event was organized to expose summer associates to the fine art of wine tasting and was coordinated by Divas Uncorked.