1. Judges push for diverse voices in court.
- Author
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Beyer, Rebecca
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WOMEN lawyers , *SEX discrimination in employment , *JUDGES ,UNITED States district courts - Abstract
The article discusses initiatives taken by U.S. judges to deal with gender disparities in litigation. It states that U.S. District Judge Elizabeth Wolford implemented a standing rule that encouraged young attorney participation in New York, and mentions that her rule was inspired by similar guidelines set forth by Judge William Alsup of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. It notes recommendations of New York State Bar Association on the matter.
- Published
- 2018