Alternatives to practice June 30, 2014 Gina Alexandris You have to love the people who knew at the age of three what they wanted to be when they grew up, and never changed their minds. But if you’re someone whose career path is somewhat less clear, never fear: most adults can expect to change jobs and…
Solidarity amongst victims of domestic violence February 14, 2014 Archana Medhekar Survivors of domestic violence become important examples for current victims of what the future can hold, says Archana Medhekar, a practising family law lawyer in Toronto. Their shared history gives the two groups a unique bond that makes…
Success stories: Shelby Austin, Founder, ATD Legal Services February 14, 2014 Sara Gottlieb Sara Gottlieb, who works in the Ontario Ombudsman’s Office, interviews legal entrepreneur Shelby Austin about her experience in starting ATD Legal Services (which has since been sold to Deloitte).
A space between ‘leaning in’ and ‘opting out’: Revisiting the ‘opt-out revolution’ February 14, 2014 Rebecca Jaremko Bromwich Women choose to opt out — that’s the explanation given for women’s lack of upward mobility in certain areas, including the legal profession. But, argues Rebecca Jaremko Bromwich, a staff lawyer with the CBA, that argument fails to acknowledge…
Not tired yet February 14, 2014 Heidi Schedler We have come a long way, baby, but honey, we ain’t there yet, says Heidi Schedler, who works with the Nova Scotia Securities Commission. It’s easy to become frustrated when you’re fighting for equal rights, because there are no quick fixes.
Call me a feminist. Or not. February 14, 2014 Nadia Bechai Nadia Bechai reaped the fruit of the women’s movement — treated equally in school, encouraged to achieve her goals, personally and professionally. Superficially, at least, she’s been living the dream of equality.