Australia: Women aim for equal split in taking silk

Women are on the verge of a growth phase at the bar despite concerns about pay levels and the reluctance of corporate Australia to follow the lead of the public sector and embrace equitable briefing. NSW Bar Association president Anna Katzmann SC comments:

http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/business/story/0,28124,26152257-17044,00.html

Want to join a partnership?

For an insight into the various pathways and consequences of joining a partnership check out:
http://au.legalbusinessonline.com/news/analysis/joining-the-partnership/37445

Looking for a bus to Toast?

The Young Lawyers' Committee is putting on a bus to the Toast Martinborough event - 15th November.
$25 for a return trip Wellington -Martinborough Square.

For more details email - kylie.panckhurst@simpsongrierson.com
Spaces are very limited so get in quick!

So you want to be a Politician? 16/09/09

16th September 2009 - So you want to be a Politician?

Ever thought of crossing to the otherside?

Don't miss out!

An insightful evening awaits.

16 September 2009

Drinks and nibbles from 5.30pm

Panel discussion from 6pm.

Men and Women are welcome.

RSVPs by 9th September to rsvp@simpsongrierson.com

http://www.wellaw.co.nz/Portals/1/docs/WWIL%20Politician%20Event%20WLG%2016%20Sept%2009%20.pdf

We've come a long way - check out this 1963 report!

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Chief Justice Address and Comments

Interesting reading on taking a fresh look at the sentencing and prison system in New Zealand:

The Chief Justice's speech:
http://www.wellaw.co.nz/Portals/1/docs/Shirley%20Smith%202009%20lecture-Blameless%20Babes-9%20July%202009.pdf

Comments:

http://nz.news.yahoo.com/a/-/latest/5736814/top-judges-comments-criticised-by-pm/

http://www.pundit.co.nz/content/simon-to-sian-shut-up-please

http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/blogs/on-the-house/2600772/Dame-Sians-last-stand

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/politics/news/article.cfm?c_id=280&objectid=10585005's