Dana Denis-Smith
OpinionMaking the business case for women lawyers to thrive
Dana Denis-Smith reviews 'Business Development for Women Lawyers (2nd edition)'.
OpinionMind the caring gap
Caring for someone else isn’t so much of an ‘if’ but a ‘when’ for most of us. Employers need to implement policies that address the unpredictable and emotional nature of caring.
OpinionThe SQE is not living up to its promise on diversity
To sit, and to pass, the Solicitors Qualifying Exam, involves large financial outlay. Without the means to pay, many will struggle to succeed.
OpinionTrials and tribulations of a young barrister
Nemone: a young woman barrister’s battle against prejudice, class and misogyny | Nemone Lethbridge
OpinionA year that turned back the clock on equality for women
We must work together in a renewed effort to progress.
OpinionIt's ludicrous to argue that equalities data is not fit for purpose
We should be chilled and insulted by comments made by the minister for women and equalities.
OpinionWomen in law continue to be put under pressure by crisis
Study highlights concerns that redundancies are more likely to impact women, whether due to roles they traditionally work in or childcare responsibilities.
OpinionEqual Pay Act: 50 years on
Many questions on equality were tackled with vigour in the 1970s - the ‘decade of legislation’ - but seem to have remained stubbornly current since.
OpinionEquality is taking too long
Women working in the law predict it will take 20 years or more to achieve equality in the legal profession.
OpinionGender pay gap – there is no excuse
Firms must pay people equally if they have equal value to the business.
OpinionDream realised
The First 100 Years Project wants to see more women in the profession’s leadership positions.