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Articles on Women & The Law

Susana Mendoza: The Goalkeeper for Illinois’s Finances By Christina Malecki Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview wih Susana Mendoza, the state comptroller.
Getting to Know: An Interview with Paloma Holloman By Margie Komes Putzler Women and the Law, April 2022 An interview with Paloma Holloman, a new member of the ISBA Standing Committee of Women and the Law.
Running for Office: Is It for You? By Marylou Lowder Kent Women and the Law, April 2022 Things to consider if you are weighing the decision to run for public offic.
Spotlight on Laura Castagna By Lisa Knauf Women and the Law, April 2022 Meet one of the new members of the ISBA Standing Committee on Women and the Law, Laura Castagna.
WATL Celebrates International Women’s Day by Honoring Women and Their Success By Cindy Buys & Kenya Jenkins-Wright Women and the Law, April 2022 In celebration of International Women’s Day, ISBA’s Standing Committee on Women and the Law held a virtual program on March 8, 2022, "Honoring Women and Their Success."
Women-Inspired Reading By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Women and the Law, February 2022 Short summaries and reviews of books inspired by women.
Sunday Blues By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, August 2021 Tips for overcoming the Sunday blues.
Tackling Anxiety: A Look at Anxiety Among Women and Ways to Wind Down By Lauren Pierucci Women and the Law, August 2021 It is critical for women to find the tools to identify what triggers their anxiety and learn how to cope to maintain a healthy mind, body, and soul.
Ways to Stay Healthy as a Busy Lawyer By Erin M. Wilson Women and the Law, August 2021 Three tips to add healthy habits to your busy life as a lawyer.
The Carole K. Bellows Women of Influence Award By Marylou Lowder Kent Women and the Law, May 2021 The Carole K. Bellows Women of Influence Awards honor two individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to raising awareness to the unmet legal needs of women, advocating for action addressing women’s issues or promoting the involvement of women at all levels of the legal community.
Celebrating International Women’s Day Virtually By Jessica R. Durkin Women and the Law, May 2021 This year, the Women & The Law Committee celebrated International Women's Day virtually.
An Introduction to the Illinois Force of Lawyers Against Sexual Harassment By Dina Ninfo Women and the Law, May 2021 The Illinois Force of Lawyers Against Sexual Harassment is a task force of Illinois legal professionals united to study and combat sexism, sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual assault in the Illinois legal community.
10 Simple Ways to Celebrate Women This Month By Jenn Luczkowiak Women and the Law, March 2021 Simple yet significant ways to celebrate women in March.
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Bringing the Dark Into the Light: Eradicating Sexual Misconduct in the Courthouse to Foster a Legal Community That Promotes Respect, Safety, and Equality By Lindsay B. Coleman, Judge Debra B. Walker, & Kelly T. Bennett Bench and Bar, March 2021 As we move into 2021, sexual misconduct needs to be brought into the light so it can be eradicated to foster a legal community that promotes respect, safety, and equality.
Bringing the Dark Into the Light: Eradicating Sexual Misconduct in the Courthouse to Foster a Legal Community That Promotes Respect, Safety, and Equality By Lindsay B. Coleman, Judge Debra B. Walker, & Kelly T. Bennett Women and the Law, March 2021 As we move into 2021, sexual misconduct needs to be brought into the light so it can be eradicated to foster a legal community that promotes respect, safety, and equality.
Good News By Jessica C. Marshall Women and the Law, March 2021 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
‘Women Under Attack’ By Judge Ann Breen-Greco Women and the Law, March 2021 A look at "Women Under Attack," a Women & the Law Committee initiative.
Good News By Jessica C. Marshall Women and the Law, December 2020 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Good News By Jessica C. Marshall Women and the Law, August 2020 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
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WATL Award Recipients By Erin M. Wilson Women and the Law, August 2020 A spotlight on recent Women & the Law Committee award winners.
Women and the Law Celebrates International Women’s Day By Erin Wilson Women and the Law, May 2020 A recap of the ISBA Women & the Law's fourth annual International Women's Day tea.
Four Members of Women & the Law Accepted to Leadership Academy By Deanna Hoyt Women and the Law, February 2020 The Women & the Law Committee has four members participating in the ISBA Leadership Academy, which kicked off in December 2019.
ISBA Member Fiona McEntee Publishes Children’s Book on Immigration By Emily N. Masalski Women and the Law, February 2020 An interview with Fiona McEntee about her path to publishing her first children’s book, Our American Dream.
Mixology Event By Erin Wilson Women and the Law, November 2019 An overview and photo of the Women & the Law Committee's mixology kick-off event.
Association of Women Attorneys of Lake County By Deanna Hoyt Women and the Law, September 2019 An overview of the Association of Women Attorneys of Lake County's monthly lunches in Waukegan.
Getting to Know Jennifer Luczkowiak By Margie Komes Putzler Women and the Law, September 2019 A spotlight on Jennifer Luczkowiak, including her career path, biggest influences, and best advice to new lawyers.
Kristen Prinz’s 10-Year Firm Anniversary By Erin Wilson Women and the Law, September 2019 A Q-&-A interview with Kristen Prinz, whose firm recently celebrated its tenth anniversary.
Good news column Women and the Law, April 2019 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Getting to know Kelly Giraudo By Margie Komes Putzler Women and the Law, October 2018 An introduction to a new appointee to the Standing Committee on Women and the Law, Kelly Giraudo.
If you are a woman, or if you know one… By Elizabeth M. Rochford Women and the Law, October 2018 A summary and review of RBG, the film that chronicles the life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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