Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association

09/02/2026

Join us on September 18th from 6–8 PM at Tap 42 in Coral Gables for an evening of drinks, conversation, and expanding your legal network!

Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association is teaming up with the Southern Region Black Law Students Association (SRBLSA) to welcome our members, practicing professionals, and attendees of SRBLSA’s Academic Retreat.

Grab a drink, meet fellow law students and attorneys, and grow your professional circle—because networking is always better over happy hour! ⚖️

09/01/2026

Kick off the month with Wilkie D. at our First Friday EXLC Happy Hour on September 4 at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach at 8 PM. We are excited to host First Friday in conjunction with our sponsor, the EXLC Retreat, in a space built for excellence, for the culture, and for the communities we serve.

Spaces are limited. Register HERE.

08/14/2026

Thank you everyone who joined us for Wilkie D's August First Fridays Happy Hour at Red Rooster. We had a wonderful evening enjoying good bites, great company, and even better conversation. We can’t wait to see you all at the next one!

To sponsor a First Fridays Happy Hour contact: [email protected]

08/13/2026

Securing Our Own Masks First. Welcome to the Director's Corner. Born from frequent conversations over the years with H.T. Smith about the absolute necessity of putting on our own oxygen masks first, this series is dedicated to the unapologetic pursuit of building Black wealth. Before we can effectively advocate for the world, we must secure our own financial foundation.

08/11/2026

Early voting is now open for the August 18th Primary Election. Voters are reminded not to wait until Election Day to cast their ballot. During early voting, registered voters can go to any of the sites throughout the county, however, they must go to their assigned precinct on Election Day.

To view a sample ballot and otherwise find more information, visit the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections’ website: https://tinyurl.com/ye2x4p95

08/06/2026

Building Wealth & Financial Independence

Securing Our Own Masks First. Welcome to the Director's Corner. Born from frequent conversations over the years with H.T. Smith about the absolute necessity of putting on our own oxygen masks first, this series is dedicated to the unapologetic pursuit of building Black wealth. Before we can effectively advocate for the world, we must secure our own financial foundation.

08/05/2026

Join the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association for our First Friday Happy Hour Friday, August 7, at 6-8 PM, at one of Miami’s community corner stones, Red Rooster Overtown!

Housed in a pool hall that once hosted legends such as Muhammad Ali and Aretha Franklin, this restaurant honors its legacy by featuring an array of Afro-Caribbean and soul food options. Come unwind, connect, and enjoy great food, good vibes, and even better company.

We’d love to see you there!

08/04/2026

This Thursday, August 6, at 7:00 PM, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Alpha Gamma Delta Omega Chapter, and HY-LO News host The Ballot Breakdown, a virtual town hall designed to help voters understand the issues shaping our communities and the upcoming election season.

The conversation will cover voting rights, redistricting, property taxes, ballot measures, and recent legislative changes. Additional event information can be found HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2phfcrxk

08/03/2026

The Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association would like to extend an enthusiastic thank you to all who participated in the Judicial Diversity Initiative (JDI), nonpartisan Candidate Forum featuring candidates for judicial office, State Senate, and State Representative in key Miami-Dade County races.

On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, we heard directly from the candidates about their qualifications, experience, and vision for public. We support all of you in your efforts to bring your talents to public service. Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association does not individually endorse any candidates.

07/30/2026

📸𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐀 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐘

The memories are here from the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association’s 45th Annual Installation & Scholarship Gala! To download photos from the event, click the link below and enter the PIN: 6814

Gala Photos are available here:
https://gallery.nlphotollc.com/wdfjba2026gala/

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Be sure to browse the gallery and relive your favorite moments!

Photo collection by Nicole Lynn Photography, LLC