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Advancing Women in Law Firms

By Jennifer Bluestein
December 28, 2007

Articles and presentations often address the lack of women partners, specifically women equity partners, in American law firms. The message of these presentations usually includes: 1) demonstrate self-confidence; 2) make sure your ideas are heard so that a man can't steal the credit; 3) hang out with the men to ensure you get mentored by a powerful man; and 4) network constantly to develop your own book of business. The articles and speeches are rarely geared toward the men currently holding most of the power in law firms. This article lays the groundwork for those in power to learn how they can help women lawyers succeed.

From numerous conversations with partners at various law firms, it is clear that men are committed to seeing women succeed. Men don't like to see the firm's investments disappear either. Law firm leaders are hungry for guidance to retain their valuable women attorneys.

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