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Articles in this issue:

Perspectives on a woman’s road to partnership

“Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg


You are not your worst mistake

Vindicating the rights of those who die in police custody


E is for Equity: What women earn and why

Plaintiffs’ trial firms are some of the worst offenders of both the equal-pay laws and the concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion


Cultivating civility in the legal community

The core principles for promoting civility and 10 practical strategies for dealing with uncivil behavior


Finding your style for witness examination

Finding inspiration for your trial style, and then learning to perfect it



Do women judges judge differently?

What the studies tell us may surprise you


The benefits of having a great mentor

A look at some of the specific skills a mentor can impart as your young career progresses


Victims of sexual violence can use the law to take back their power

How plaintiffs can best use the law to bring suit while at the same time protecting their privacy during litigation


Fight like a girl

The advantages in trial of being a woman



Getting from “here” to “there”

A look at events you’ll want to participate this Spring and Summer


Having your day in court

From lobbying Congress to opposing state bills that would limit plaintiffs’ litigation financing


Staying ahead of emerging industries and technologies

From Uber/Lyft to the more recent peer-to-peer car-sharing and Autonomous vehicles, laws must be adapted to protect consumers


Big plans in Big Bear

Strategic planning retreat sets out the year’s agenda


What makes you so special?

There was a time where I hid the tender, caring part of myself. Now, I embrace it