women in law

One story of leaning out

The moment came swiftly and unexpectedly, but I distinctly remember it.

A woman's place

The flight of women out of criminal law is well documented, and those who stay face many obstacles. Low rates of legal aid, fewer backup office resources or legal mentors and a lack of outside assistance if a lawyer is going on maternity leave can all have an impact.

Margaret Atwood talks #MeToo at YWL gala

Young Women in Law held its eighth annual charity gala in Toronto Wednesday evening. Author Margaret Atwood was the event’s keynote speaker this year and proceeds went to “After Me Too” which has partnered with the Canadian Women’s Foundation to create a fund that provides support services to victims of sexual violence.

Lerners hosts 13th annual networking event

Stratus restaurant was packed with female professionals on April 4 at a women’s networking and cocktail event presented by Lerners LLP in Toronto.

LEAF legal director reflects on her five years advocating for women

Kim Stanton says the experience of sexual assault victims and violence against indigenous women entered the public consciousness much more during her time at LEAF.

Lawyers from firms and in-house take key spots in WXN top 100 list

Lawyers from Canada’s top law firms, in-house legal departments and companies top this year’s Women’s Executive Network list of Canada’s Most Powerful Women.

Sexism is not moot

At first, Ria Guidone was floored when she was told to ‘seduce the court,’ but it helped open up a conversation about women in the profession.

Age-old realities: a woman’s place in Toronto’s Bay Street

Women helping women in law

BMO and ACC partner with program providing women path back to law

Women in-house still paid less than male peers

YWL responds to criticism of event

‘Most powerful women’ striking a balance in their careers

The moon is innocent and ‘Because it’s 2015’