Tag: Gender
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Biglaw
The Top Law Firms For Women & Diverse Attorneys (2024)
Which firms made the cut in 2024? Let’s take a look at the latest rankings. -
Courts
Michigan's Supreme Court Rules That You Have To Use Common Sense When Referring To People
Take that, Judge Duncan! - Sponsored
Not All Legal AI Is Created Equal
Artificial intelligence is on lawyers’ minds as they evaluate how advancements in technology will affect their work. This white paper examines 5 things to consider… -
Intellectual Property
Inventing Inventors
The benefit of mentors is particularly noticeable in populations that are underrepresented in the patent owner ranks.
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Courts
The Slippery Slope Of Ending Affirmative Action Has Moved On To Its Next Target: Women And 'Proxies For Diversity'
I don't think they know how close to the sun they are flying. -
Biglaw, Sponsored Content
Most Lawyers Believe A Diverse And Inclusive Workforce Should Be A Priority
But how well do they think their law firms are doing? -
Biglaw, Sponsored Content
What Millennial Lawyers Want From Their Careers
A majority would trade compensation for more time off. -
Biglaw, Sponsored Content
Millennial Lawyers’ Impact On The Legal Industry
Download our free report for insights into how millennials are shaping law firm culture. - Sponsored
How Savvy Lawyers Build Their Law Firm Rate Sheet
Many attorneys are clueless. Here's how you can avoid being one of them. -
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Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 03.08.22
* Putting the Uh in Supreme: States are taking their own stand on abortion rights without input from the 9. [NYT]
* Taking liberties on occasion: SCOTUS ruling on bundling crimes will heavily impact how sentencing works. [AP]
* The Story of J.D.: A Black law student representing a client is mistaken for a defendant. Not the only time that has happened. [Boston Globe]
* No Grandma, Obama doesn’t need your social security number. [ZDNet]
* You practice like a woman: Gender discrimination’s persistence is being fought in courtrooms. [Ms. Magazine]
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Women's Issues
Whither Afghan Women And Girls?
The consequences for women and girls may well be dire now. -
Biglaw
Male Law Firm Partners Are Making More Than Female Partners. But How Much More?
Quantifying the pay gap.
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Not All Legal AI Is Created Equal
Not All Legal AI Is Created Equal
Artificial intelligence is on lawyers’ minds as they evaluate how advancements in technology will affect their work. This white paper examines 5 things to consider…
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How Savvy Lawyers Build Their Law Firm Rate Sheet
Many attorneys are clueless. Here's how you can avoid being one of them.
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How To Build And Manage Your Law Firm Rate Sheet
If you’re struggling with price setting — or, resetting prices — we’ve got the strategies to get you off the schneid.
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A Law Firm Checklist For Successful Transaction Management
A Law Firm Checklist For Successful Transaction Management
The questions to ask to make transaction management your competitive advantage.
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Trust The Process: How To Build And Manage Workflows In Law Firms
If you’re feeling inefficient but don’t know why, this episode of the Non-Eventcast is for you.
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Minority Issues, Women's Issues
Can Lawyers Of Color And Women Get Ahead Now?
There have been many opportunities for change and so far, the change needle has not moved very much. -
Biglaw, Sponsored Content
Making Their Mark: How Millennial Lawyers Could Reshape The Industry
Read on for a deep dive into this generation’s priorities and goals. -
Biglaw
The Top Law Firms For Gender Equity & Family-Friendly Policies (2021)
How did this annual ranking change during the pandemic era? -
Courts
The New Gender Dynamics Of The U.S. Courts Of Appeals
A data-driven look at the appellate bench after Trump. -
International Law
Including Gender Chapters In Free Trade Agreements
Gender and legal experts have increasingly shown that trade affects gender differently depending on industry variation, wealth disparity, and specific country models. -
Courts
Supreme Court Clerk Hiring Watch: A Closer Look At The Clerk Class Of October Term 2020
Here are some interesting trends worth noting in the world of SCOTUS clerk hiring. -
Biglaw
Which Firms Offer Women The Most Power And Highest Pay? (2020)
Which firms made the cut for this year’s ranking?