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“From that moment, I decided, as well as a few others, that the time was right to form our own independent bar association so that we could address the issues that we believe needed to be addressed, and could collaborate with the state bar moving forward on ways that we can collaborate,” [Q Law President Derek] Demeri said. To read the full article, visit https://www.law.com/njlawjournal/2025/11/03/desire-for-community-and-lgbtq-advocacy-spur-founding-of-q-law-nj-inc-/?slretu

A new LGBTQ+ affinity bar association for New Jersey - Q Law - has launched, seeking to create a community for LGBTQ+ lawyers and carry on a history of legal advocacy for gay rights in the Garden State. To read the full article, visit https://www.law360.com/articles/2406864/nj-bar-group-starts-as-independent-voice-for-lgbtq-attys .

In an unwavering commitment to queer and trans liberation, we as members of the Board of Directors are proud to announce the formation of Q Law NJ, Inc. (“Q Law”), New Jersey’s independent LGBTQ+ affinity bar association. We take these steps with the firm belief that now more than ever we need an independent voice for LGBTQ+ legal professionals in New Jersey. Until today, our State has remained one of the few states in the country without an LGBTQ+ affinity bar association. F