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The American Lawyer

Ladies, Get Out Your Whip

The latest must-have in a woman's career arsenal is a New York-based professional dominatrix with an almost cult-like following.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Visibility Matters: Diversity Needed on Both Sides of the Bench

The attorneys appearing in our courts should similarly reflect the varied population they represent, and the judiciary must actively encourage this important goal.
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

How a Board of Directors Should Respond to Sexual Harassment Claims

Reports of institutional sexual harassment and abuse have flooded newsstands for the last several months, wreaking havoc on the reputations of Hollywood big wigs and high-powered officials.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

John Quinn's Unrequited 'Love,' Sizzlin' Texas + More

Would John Quinn have used more moderate tones about Faith Gay leaving his firm if she were a man?
4 minute read

Law.com

Pulling the Occasional 'All-Nighter,' Sidley Austin's Heidi Levine Is a Legal Machine

"I keep my calendar up-to-date every day. If it's not on my calendar, it doesn't exist in my life."
7 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Bringing Attorneys Together to Strengthen Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

Although more attention has been paid to increasing diversity in the legal profession, the industry as a whole still struggles to make meaningful progress on the hiring, retention and promotion of diverse attorneys.
7 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Climate, Political Spending, Gender Issues Top List of Proxy Resolutions

Some 429 shareholder resolutions have been filed as of mid-February, dealing with a wide range of issues, according to a new report.
3 minute read

The American Lawyer

Can Stay-at-Home Moms Ever Get Back on Track?

Let's be blunt: You are better off getting axed from your job than leaving it by choice—if that choice is quitting for the sake of the children.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

The Inclusion Movement: A Look at the #InclusionRider Outside of Entertainment

Are these riders, made famous in a speech by Oscar winner Frances McDormand, viable options outside of the entertainment industry?
3 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Former ESPN Host Claims Sexual Harassment By Fellow Talent

Former ESPN sports anchor Adrienne Lawrence sues the network, claiming ongoing sexual abuse, specifically by current sports anchor John Buccigross.
3 minute read

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