From The New York Times authored by Karen Zraick: “Women and people of color in the legal profession continue to face barriers in hiring, promotions, assignments and compensation, according to … Read More
Law, Order & Pantyhose: Law Firm Addresses Gender Parity Fairly
From Take the Lead authored by Michele Weldon: “What’s fair is fair. Christina Vander Werf, a partner with Gordon & Rees LLP, who works out of the San Diego, Los … Read More
Lawyers on the Border Still Dealing With Fallout From Family Separations
From TIME authored by Maya Rhodan: “When the Trump Administration started separating families at the U.S. border, Jodi Goodwin all but stopped working as a private attorney in Texas to … Read More
Charlotte E. Ray’s Brief But Historic Career as the First U.S. Black Woman Attorney
From History authored by Erin Blakemore: “Martha Gadley’s marriage was a nightmare. When her husband drank, he turned increasingly violent. One night, he used an ax to chop a hole … Read More
Bryan Stevenson calls on lawyers to get uncomfortable and deepen commitment to justice
From ABA Journal authored by Kevin Davis: “Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, urged his fellow attorneys to deepen their commitment to justice, be willing … Read More
She was told to cover up while breast-feeding at the pool. Here’s how these moms are responding.
From The Lily authored by Torey Van Oot: “Since giving birth to her son, Roman, in April, Stephanie Buchanan has breast-fed whenever and wherever she needed — whether she was … Read More
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Says She Will Serve ‘At Least Another 5 Years’ on the Supreme Court
From TIME authored by Billy Perrigo: “Left-leaning Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Sunday she plans to spend “at least another five years” on the Supreme Court, in remarks that may comfort liberals as … Read More
Young People Are Reuniting Immigrant Moms With Their Kids
From Teen Vogue authored by Isabella Gomez: “Zoë Van Tieghem felt sick to her stomach when she learned that migrant children were being separated from their parents at the United States–Mexico border as a … Read More
Any Volunteers? Why Adding Activism To Your Skills Counts As Women Leaders
From Take the Lead Women authored by Michele Weldon: “Desperate and confusing times call for action. Spending your spare time with a purpose can benefit you as well as those … Read More
ALY RAISMAN TAKES THE FLOOR
From ESPN authored by Mina Kimes: “The first thing you notice when you walk backstage is how many people are hugging. The room is swarming with female activists, politicians and … Read More