Attorney Stephanie Garces Donat was recently sworn in as president of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Attorney Stephanie Garces Donat was recently sworn in as president of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, by the Honorable Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer, at this year's Diversity Scholarship Foundation (DSF) Annual 2025 Unity Gala on January 16, 2025. This exceptional gala conducts an annual swearing in ceremony for numerous local bar association leaders.
DSF celebrates and recognizes talented scholarship recipients who are diverse law students from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Additionally, this gala also honors legal professionals and leaders who have embraced diversity in the legal community.
Proceeds from this event supports DSF's mission in investing and supporting talented, diverse law school students to further promote and strengthen diversity within the legal community.
Kenneth Donat Inducted as a Board of Governor of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association
The Northwest Suburban Bar Association (NWSBA) inducted Kenneth Donat as a Board of Governor of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association for a second term. It is a distinguished honor and privilege to serve in this leadership position.
ELECTED AS PRESIDENT OF THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN BAR ASSOCIATION
The Northwest Suburban Bar Association (NWSBA) inducted Stephanie as its first Latina president and youngest president of the history of this great organization. It is a distinguished honor and privilege to be elected to this leadership position.
Recognized by the Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recognized Stephanie as the 2023 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year. It is a great honor to be recognized by such an esteemed organization in our local community. Stephanie looks forward to continuing to serve our local community.
Eat and Drink Real Estate Featuring Tina Aronson and Stephanie Garces
Volunteering Throughout the Community
NWSBA Women in Law Committee Partners with “Women Everywhere”
Celebrating Women Owned Businesses
CLE and networking lunch for attorneys and non-attorneys
When: Thursday, September 15, 2022
Where: Tuscan Market & Wine Shop (a woman-owned business!), 141 W. Wing St., Arlington Heights
Stephanie was highlighted in the panel discussion about how she:
- Start her own business.
- Grow her own business.
- Maintain her own business.
- Enjoys owning her own business.
Stephanie loves sharing her knowledge with others and helping them learn from her experiences!
Recent Appearance - Eat and Drink Real Estate Podcast
Professional Appearances
I Recently spoke the NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals) Chicago North and was honored as a top 250 in my profession.
We discussed my secrets to success, how to overcome personal crises, and how to be resilient in business in a time of uncertainty. I discussed my experience and perspective as a female entrepreneur, Female attorney, and business owner. A big takeaway I shared was to “focus on being 1% percent better each day, and to not be afraid to bet on yourself. The sky is the limit.” Learn more about the NAHREP
