Women in the Law

Message to potential candidates: Run, woman, run!

“Challenges and Rewards for Women in Politics: Both Personal and Professional,” a luncheon hosted by the Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia’s Women Lawyers Forum, took place during the ABA Midyear Meeting.

Apr 1, 2018 1:05 AM CDT

Law Day 2018: The Balance of Power

Law Day is observed annually on May 1 and celebrates the role of law in our society. Events are held across the country on and around that date with the goal of cultivating a deeper understanding of the legal profession and its importance to our nation.

Apr 1, 2018 12:40 AM CDT

Meet 3 female human rights lawyers fighting for change worldwide

“The advantages for women in the human rights field are that the employers tend to pay greater attention to issues of equality, it can contribute to a sense of self-worth and there is often good camaraderie,” says Brittany Benowitz, director of the Justice Defenders Program for the ABA Center for Human Rights.

Apr 1, 2018 12:15 AM CDT

ABA women’s commission updates manual about preventing and addressing sex harassment

While it may seem hard to believe now, many attorneys have been under the impression that sexual harassment was no longer a significant problem in the legal profession, says Wendi Lazar, an employment lawyer who edited a recently updated manual on the topic for the ABA Commission on Women in the Profession.

Mar 26, 2018 3:00 PM CDT

Why are law deans not fired after investigations find misconduct with women?

Of the three law school deans who recently stepped down after sex harassment allegations—two of whom who received sexual harassment findings, while another dean’s conduct was found to be bullying—none lost their jobs immediately, despite criticism from students and alumni.

Mar 19, 2018 8:30 AM CDT

Plaintiffs file motion to settle lawsuit alleging gender discrimination at Chadbourne & Parke

A motion to settle the employment lawsuit brought by female lawyers at Chadbourne & Parke was filed by plaintiffs counsel Wednesday, and the three plaintiffs will reportedly receive between $250,000 and $1 million apiece.

Mar 14, 2018 3:36 PM CDT

How to find the right mentor—especially if you are a female or minority lawyer

Finding the right mentor can be tricky—especially for female and minority lawyers.

Mar 8, 2018 6:09 PM CST

Women lawyers in legal tech careers say: Don’t feel you must go it alone

Mentor and find mentors. Build a team that can speak for you and support that can reassure you. And don't let your fears tell you you are an imposter.

Mar 7, 2018 5:12 PM CST

The judiciary must deal with #MeToo—and with what I know

Time magazine recently named “The Silence Breakers” as its 2017 Person of the Year in recognition of the #MeToo movement and the people who have spoken out about sexual assault. Some of the Silence Breakers led to national storylines chronicling the downfall of powerful men who used their positions to…

Feb 13, 2018 7:00 AM CST

ABA takes timely stand on sex harassment

In one of its final acts at the 2018 Midyear Meeting, the ABA House of Delegates has taken a stand against sexual harassment, approving a resolution to urge all employers to create and enforce effective sexual harassment policies.

Feb 5, 2018 9:01 PM CST

Female litigators should be given equal opportunities to gain trial experience, ABA House urges

Law firms, corporate clients, general counsel and the judiciary should all be taking steps to provide women with more opportunities to gain trial and courtroom experience, the ABA House of Delegates resolved Monday.

Feb 5, 2018 1:05 PM CST

Are you a woman considering running for office? ‘Go for it,’ says Oregon attorney general

Ellen Rosenblum, the first woman to serve as attorney general for Oregon, has a message for all women considering a run for office: Don't overthink it.

Feb 3, 2018 11:20 AM CST

Former Winston partner appeals decision sending her gender bias case to arbitration

A former Winston & Strawn partner is asking a California appeals court to vacate a judge’s order that sends her gender bias case against the firm to arbitration. Constance Ramos’ petition for a writ of mandate argues that Winston & Strawn’s arbitration clause applies only to matters concerning the terms…

Jan 23, 2018 11:59 AM CST

Justice Ginsburg supports #MeToo movement and tells of harassment

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg supported the #MeToo movement in an interview Sunday and said she has had her own experiences with harassment.

Jan 22, 2018 1:00 PM CST

Nicole Bradick leaves CuroLegal to start legal tech company

Nicole Bradick, formerly of CuroLegal, has launched her own company called Theory and Principle.

Jan 18, 2018 8:00 AM CST