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Family Leave and Civility By Paloma Holloman Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A call to extend civility and professionalism beyond the courtroom and office.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade Overturn By Tessa Richards & Erin Wilson Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Interview With Justice Rita B. Garman: Blazing a Trail for Women in Law By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism recently shared a 20-minute video on its website as part of its “Profiles in Professionalism Series” honoring Justice Rita B. Garman (ret.).
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the U.S. Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Family Leave and Civility By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, April 2023 A call to extend civility and professionalism beyond the courtroom and office.
Good News Column Women and the Law, April 2023 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the U.S. Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, April 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Can You Hear Me? Communication Tips—Hearing Impaired Clients By Lisa Knauf Women and the Law, February 2023 Tips to improve communication with clients that are hearing impaired.
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Women and the Law, February 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Catharine Waugh McCulloch: Lawyer, Suffragist, and Activist By Eun K. Yoon Women and the Law, November 2022 A short biographical profile of Catharine Waugh McCulloch.
Domestic Violence Awareness: How Can We Help? By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, November 2022 We have the resources to help survivors of domestic violence navigate the legal system, but it all begins with eliminating assumptions, having empathy to better understand their circumstances, and offering support.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade Overturn By Tessa Richards & Erin Wilson Women and the Law, September 2022 A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
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Interview With Justice Rita B. Garman: Blazing a Trail for Women in Law By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Women and the Law, September 2022 The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism recently shared a 20-minute video on its website as part of its “Profiles in Professionalism Series” honoring Justice Rita B. Garman (ret.).
Free the Girls Campaign By Jennifer Luczkowiak Women and the Law, May 2022 As the bar year comes to a close, the ISBA Women and the Law Committee is proud to report on a successful 2022 service project benefiting Free the Girls, an organization dedicated to empowering women who have been the victim of sex trafficking.
Getting to Know the Kane County Bar Association’s First Female President: A Conversation With Susan Tatnall By Mary F. Petruchius Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview with Susan Tatnall, Kane County Bar Association's first female president.
An Interview With Representative Terra Costa Howard By Missy Greathouse Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview with Representative Terra Costa Howard to learn about her journey into politics.
Susana Mendoza: The Goalkeeper for Illinois’s Finances By Christina Malecki Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview wih Susana Mendoza, the state comptroller.
Getting to Know: An Interview with Paloma Holloman By Margie Komes Putzler Women and the Law, April 2022 An interview with Paloma Holloman, a new member of the ISBA Standing Committee of Women and the Law.
Running for Office: Is It for You? By Marylou Lowder Kent Women and the Law, April 2022 Things to consider if you are weighing the decision to run for public offic.
Spotlight on Laura Castagna By Lisa Knauf Women and the Law, April 2022 Meet one of the new members of the ISBA Standing Committee on Women and the Law, Laura Castagna.
WATL Celebrates International Women’s Day by Honoring Women and Their Success By Cindy Buys & Kenya Jenkins-Wright Women and the Law, April 2022 In celebration of International Women’s Day, ISBA’s Standing Committee on Women and the Law held a virtual program on March 8, 2022, "Honoring Women and Their Success."
Women-Inspired Reading By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Women and the Law, February 2022 Short summaries and reviews of books inspired by women.
Sunday Blues By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, August 2021 Tips for overcoming the Sunday blues.
Tackling Anxiety: A Look at Anxiety Among Women and Ways to Wind Down By Lauren Pierucci Women and the Law, August 2021 It is critical for women to find the tools to identify what triggers their anxiety and learn how to cope to maintain a healthy mind, body, and soul.
Ways to Stay Healthy as a Busy Lawyer By Erin M. Wilson Women and the Law, August 2021 Three tips to add healthy habits to your busy life as a lawyer.
The Carole K. Bellows Women of Influence Award By Marylou Lowder Kent Women and the Law, May 2021 The Carole K. Bellows Women of Influence Awards honor two individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to raising awareness to the unmet legal needs of women, advocating for action addressing women’s issues or promoting the involvement of women at all levels of the legal community.
Celebrating International Women’s Day Virtually By Jessica R. Durkin Women and the Law, May 2021 This year, the Women & The Law Committee celebrated International Women's Day virtually.
An Introduction to the Illinois Force of Lawyers Against Sexual Harassment By Dina Ninfo Women and the Law, May 2021 The Illinois Force of Lawyers Against Sexual Harassment is a task force of Illinois legal professionals united to study and combat sexism, sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual assault in the Illinois legal community.
10 Simple Ways to Celebrate Women This Month By Jenn Luczkowiak Women and the Law, March 2021 Simple yet significant ways to celebrate women in March.
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Bringing the Dark Into the Light: Eradicating Sexual Misconduct in the Courthouse to Foster a Legal Community That Promotes Respect, Safety, and Equality By Lindsay B. Coleman, Judge Debra B. Walker, & Kelly T. Bennett Bench and Bar, March 2021 As we move into 2021, sexual misconduct needs to be brought into the light so it can be eradicated to foster a legal community that promotes respect, safety, and equality.

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