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Female Attorneys Continue To Comprise Most Part-Time Attorney Positions

According to a recent study conducted by the NALP, more males are entering part-time work; however, female workers continue to compose the overwhelming majority of part-time attorneys.

Survey Reveals Disparities in the Outlooks of Male Versus Female New Partners

The American Lawyer recently revealed the results of its first-ever survey of new partners.

NAWL Finds That Fewer Female Lawyers Are Entering Big-Firm Practice

A recent survey on retention and promotion found a noted decline in the number of women entering big firm law practice.

Articles »

The Myths and Realities of Law Firm Compensation for Women

By Jennifer Hoekel

A recent study notes that at the current pace, women partners will achieve pay equity with their male counterparts in 2086.

Writing and Using the Effective "I Love Me" Memo

By Nan E. Joesten

The author offers 10 steps to take to better negotiate the salary you deserve.

Elements of a Competitive Corporate Compensation Package

By Kandice K. Bridges

Attorneys moving in-house must understand the different elements that make up a competitive compensation package for corporate executives.

Words of Wisdom »

What Is the Most Important Choice You've Made in Your Career, and Why?

Read what women litigators think is the most important choice they've made in their careers when it comes to their families, their practices, and more. Tell us what you think.

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Increase Your Value: Bring in Business

One key to success in a law firm environment is an individual attorney's ability to bring in business, and women typically lag behind men in this regard.

Announcements

Mentoring Subcommittee Announces New Mentoring Circles Program

The Woman Advocate Committee's Mentoring Subcommittee is revamping its mentoring program with creation of mentoring circles connecting 8–10 women attorneys at varying professional levels per circle. The circles will offer opportunity to network and grow in professional development. Current mentors and mentees need not reapply and may continue with their current mentoring match and also be in a circle. A "facilitator" will contact circle members to initiate conference calls and discussions. Questions? Interested in being a facilitator? Contact Cochairs Daria Diaz or Lu Ann White. To sign up, complete the form.

Join Us at the Corporate Counsel CLE Seminar

Registration is open for the 2012 Corporate Counsel CLE Seminar. The seminar will be held at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad, CA from February 16–19, 2012. For more information about the program and registration, please see the meeting brochure.

Get Involved in the Work-Life Balance Subcommittee

The Woman Advocate Committee's Work-Life Balance Subcommittee is currently planning its projects for the upcoming year. Our goal is to develop programming to share experiences and practical tips on how our members balance work-life demands. If you are interested in participating in the subcommittee or have ideas for the upcoming year, please contact subcommittee cochairs Teresa Bult and Teresa Beck.

Join the Woman Advocate Committee on Facebook and LinkedIn

Staying in touch with the Woman Advocate Committee through Facebook and LinkedIn makes networking with Woman Advocate members that much easier!

Learn More About the Committee

Cochairs Lucia Coyoca and Anne Marie Seibel welcome you to the Woman Advocate Committee. Read the new Message from the Chairs to learn more about the noteworthy, and fun, activities that we have planned for the year.

WAC Monthly Conference Calls

The third Thursday of every month, the Woman Advocate Committee holds an hour-long conference call to discuss committee issues and planning. If you would like to join our calls, contact us.