HLA LEADERSHIP

I am honored to lead our esteemed organization as we celebrate the milestone of our 70th year of service to the Houston community. Together, we embark upon a new era guided by our powerful theme for the year: 'Raising the Bar: Where Excellence Meets Impact. We are mobilized to build upon our rich legacy, embrace the challenges and opportunities of our time, and continue our relentless pursuit of excellence in all endeavors.

Throughout the year, our calendar will be filled with dynamic and engaging programs crafted to educate, inspire, and foster connections among our members. Keeping our mission at the forefront, we vow to utilize our platform to champion causes and issues that resonate with our core values and principles. Leveraging our diverse talents, resources, and collective strength, we are committed to effecting meaningful change in both the legal profession and the communities we serve. Furthermore, we remain steadfast in our dedication to empowering future generations of legal minds.

Our organization thrives on service and advocacy, inspiring us to continuously push the boundaries as we pursue our shared goals and aspirations. Each member's contribution is invaluable to our collective success. I deeply appreciate your unwavering support and dedication to the African American Bar of Houston. It is a pleasure to welcome you to what promises to be a transformative year for our Association!

Traci A. Gibson, HLA President president@houstonlawyersassociation.org

2024-2025 Officers

  • Élan Moore-Jones

    PRESIDENT-ELECT

    Elaine Law Group

  • Nicci Campbell

    RECORDING SECRETARY

    Harris County Public Defender’s Office

  • Markia Y. Bordeaux

    CORRESPONDING SECRETARY

    Harris County Attorney’s Office

  • Bradford C. Moye

    TREASURER

    Bradford C. Moye, PLLC

  • Andrea James

    PARLIAMENTARIAN

    Holland & Knight LLP

  • Simone Bray-Albloshi

    IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

    Brian White & Associates, P.C.

2023-2025 Directors

  • Zakiya Carter

    Harris County Public Defender’s Office

  • Brittny Mandarino

    Harris County Public Defender’s Office

  • Cortlan Wickliff

    Rice University

2024-2026 Directors

  • Elizabeth Lockett

    Law Office of Elizabeth Lockett

  • Jasmine O. Yates

    Norton Rose Fulbright