Please note that this program will only be offered as a live webcast. Speakers will be participating in the program remotely. As always, webcast attendees have access to all program materials, and will be able to view all program slides and submit questions to the speakers during the presentation. We thank you for your understanding as we follow the guidance of local health officials and work to provide a safe learning environment for both attendees and faculty.
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Overview
Although the glass ceiling has cracks, there are still obstacles to its complete shatter. More women are needed in leadership positions in the legal profession. Despite equal numbers of women entering the legal profession, female attorneys still lag in equity partnerships and leadership positions. Additionally, women attorneys frequently face unique institutional hurdles. Join our informative conversation and hear from our panel of women attorneys who have successfully broken through. This program will benefit women attorneys wanting to take their career up a notch and strive for leadership positions to gain a competitive edge in this fast-moving field.
What You Will Learn
• Learn strategies for women lawyers to obtain and excel in lead or co-lead counsel positions
• Explore practice tips for overcoming unconscious bias towards women in the law
• Gain familiarity with specific issues affecting women of color in the law and learn strategies to attenuate them
• Discover ways to plan your career track whether you are striving for law firm partnership or another leadership role
• Take advantage of opportunities to increase your visibility in law firms and other legal organizations
• Participate in a discussion about the unique challenges faced by women attorneys in the workplace and in the courtroom
• Hear leadership techniques for women attorneys from various perspectives including plaintiff and defense attorneys, government attorneys and in-house counsel
Special Features
Earn up to two Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias credits