Incentives to being woman-ownedBy Angela EvansWomen and the Law, November 2011Being a woman in business does not have to be a disadvantage, especially if you capitalize on the advantages—some of which are outlined here.
We’ve come along way, i-babyBy Janice L. BobackWomen and the Law, November 2011The author highlights some of the most useful apps for the iPad both in and outside of her practice.
Mother, wife, lawyer: A balancing actBy Ashley KwasneskiYoung Lawyers Division, December 2010Juggling the demands of parenthood with a successful career.
Consider yourself asked to run for public officeBy Sandra CrawfordWomen and the Law, November 2010The “Women Running for Public Office” forum addressed the challenges faced by women running for public office and how those challenges can be overcome.
Twice a WomanBy Aristea Geroulis & Aneta KurosWomen and the Law, November 2010A review of the new film shown at the Chicago International Film Festival, by two women who confront domestic violence daily.
New Medicaid rules harm women, seniorsBy Diana M. LawWomen and the Law, October 2010The Federal Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 imposes harsh penalties against seniors who gift money for any reason to family members and charities, since it presumes the money was transferred to qualify for Medicaid long-term care benefits.
The relationship between women and depressionBy Susan RieglerWomen and the Law, October 2010Female lawyers are very good at showing only their professional side. They can look so good on the outside that their colleagues, family and friends may not see the pain behind their eyes. But women across all Western countries are twice as likely to experience depression than men.
Chicago Foundation for WomenDiversity Leadership Council, June 2010A summary of comments made by Kelly White, Executive Director of the Chicago Foundation for Women, at its 24th Annual Luncheon on September 24, 2009.
Is nice a four-letter word?By Annemarie E. KillWomen and the Law, May 2010Does being considered a nice person mean you can't also be a successful, effective attorney?
ISBA celebrates women in the professionWomen and the Law, May 2010A reprint of the keynote address given at the ISBA's luncheon, "Celebrating Women in the Profession: Reach Out and Build Our Future."
Letter to the editorWomen and the Law, May 2010A letter from a reader of The Catalyst.
Seek power: A woman lawyer’s guide to self-promotionBy Emily N. MasalskiWomen and the Law, December 2009On October 20, 2009, Paula Hudson Holderman and Delilah B. Flaum, of Winston & Strawn coached more than 100 women lawyers on how to get over the “anti-networking” mindset and formulate a plan that will lead them to a more fulfilling career.
Beating breast cancer one step at a timeBy Mona M. StoneWomen and the Law, May 2009A. Kelly Turner, a partner in the Litigation Department at Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP, provides insight on the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer based on her experience in participating in last year’s Avon Walk Chicago and in organizing a team for 2009.
Spring 2009: Launch of The Legal BalanceBy Erica ZalokarWomen and the Law, May 2009Get involved with a new resource for women attorneys to be launched this spring!
Women who made history during Lincoln’s presidencyBy Sandra BlakeWomen and the Law, May 2009In recognition of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln and National Women’s History Month, take this opportunity to meet or become reacquainted with women who made history during the Lincoln presidential years. Those who paved the way include abolitionists, soldiers, spies, nurses and organizers.
The call to action: Advancing women attorneys in leadership in ChicagoBy Jane DiRenzo & E. Lynn GraysonWomen and the Law, March 2009
Chicago law firm signatories to the 2004 Call to Action (CTA) demonstrated success on each of its five goals. Many firms demonstrated real success on the front of advancing women into leadership. Overall, the Chicago legal community made material progress and established some best practices that fed the success of its efforts. Continued progress will be necessary, but the CTA facilitated focus and progress on this important issue.
Chair’s ColumnBy E. Lynn GraysonWomen and the Law, December 2008Given the progress of women attorneys in the legal profession, the need for or relevance of women’s bar associations, including similar groups existing within traditional bar associations, often is questioned.
Tips on what to do if your purse is stolenBy Letitia Spunar-SheatsWomen and the Law, June 2008Approximately eight months ago I had my purse stolen out of my shopping cart in a department store. I thought my purse was safe, because I had it covered up with my coat. Boy, was I wrong.
If you build your own corner office they will come!By Sharon L. EisemanWomen and the Law, March 2008This article is about a recent interview the author conducted and is intended as a preview of a future roundtable discussion/exploration about women attorneys making the tough career choices—mostly to ‘go it on their own.’
2007 World Economic Forum’s Gender Gap IndexBy E. Lynn GraysonWomen and the Law, January 2008On November 8, 2007, the World Economic Forum released its second Gender Gap Index Report – a framework for capturing the magnitude of gender-based disparities across the world and tracking how they evolve over time. The top 20 countries that performed best in the 2007 index are outlined below along with their ranking in 2006.
