2019 "Women in the Law" by the numbers.
According to data collected by Best Lawyers over the past five years, the legal industry is showing promising growth when it comes to gender diversity among top legal talent. Below, we highlight the 10 practice areas with the greatest percentage of recognized women attorneys. Then, we chart the steady growth in both Best Lawyers female nominees and recognized attorneys from 2015 to 2019.
The New Wild West
by Mary Frances Palisano
Artificial intelligence has only just begun upending industries of all kinds. It stands certain to play an exceedingly important role in criminal law as well.
Generation Gaps
by Victoria Brenner
A major case upended aspects of grandparents’ disputed visitation rights regarding their grandchildren. 20 years on, where do laws around the country stand?
Recruiting, Raising and Retaining the Next Generation
by LaVon M. Johns and Patricia Brown Holmes
With savvy recruiting, great culture and a focus on work/life integration, learn how any law firm can still get the most out of its greenest personnel.
Beyond the Billables
by Michele M. Jochner
In a recently conducted, comprehensive study, data reveals a plethora of hidden realities that parents working full-time in the legal industry face every day.
Shifting Risks in Renewable Energy
by Monica Wilson Dozier
Development of renewable energy projects is expanding at an unprecedented pace. But a burgeoning industry brings a host of legal considerations along for the ride. Here’s what counsel needs to keep in mind.
This Land Is . . . Someone’s Land: Recent Disputes Involving Energy Transition Projects
by Meghan Dawson McElvy
Recent growth in renewable energy and energy transition projects across the United States has sparked disputes among a variety of interested parties—and augurs plenty of contentious litigation in the years ahead.
Woman on a Mission
by Rebecca Blackwell
Baker Botts partner and intellectual property chair Christa Brown-Sanford discusses how she juggles work, personal life, being a mentor and leadership duties.
Best Lawyers Celebrates Women in the Law: Ninth Edition
by Alliccia Odeyemi
Released in both print and digital form, Best Lawyers Ninth Edition of Women in the Law features stories of inspiring leadership and timely legal issues.
A Beautiful Mind: Motown Beginnings, Top Dealmaker
by Sara Collin
Motown scion Farah Fakir Cook has achieved her own stardom away from the klieg lights, helping clients navigate ever-changing currents in intellectual property and technology. One crucial topic looms especially large for her in the years ahead: How current law will contend with the rise of artificial intelligence.
Crucial Alliances
by Jane E. Young
Workplaces everywhere have changed since the start of the pandemic in ways that can be highly beneficial to women. Here’s a road map for consolidating recent gains—and making the most of them going forward.
The Breadwinner
by Courtney E. Ervin
Two lawyers, one big life decision: How my husband and I are working to eradicate the stigma of putting my career first.
Progress and Potential
by Michele M. Jochner
Women have undeniably made great strides in our profession in recent decades, but much remains to be done. What’s the current state of the industry, what lies ahead—and what do lawyers (male and female alike) say are the most important issues going forward
Top of the Mountain
by LaVon M. Johns and Patricia Brown Holmes
Making partner, ginning up huge business, earning peer respect and industry influence are laudable goals—but it’s important to pursue them methodically and mindfully. One dynamic duo who have reached the mountaintop show how it’s done.
Canadian Women in the Legal Profession: From Non-‘Persons’ to Chief Justices
by Sara Collin
We take an in-depth look at the challenges and optimistic future of women in the Canadian legal sector.
Discover The Best Lawyers in Spain 2025 Edition
by Jennifer Verta
Highlighting Spain’s leading legal professionals and rising talents.
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal and South Africa
by Jennifer Verta
Best Lawyers celebrates the finest in law, reaffirming its commitment to the global legal community.
Presenting the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Chile, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico
by Jennifer Verta
Celebrating top legal professionals in South America and the Caribbean.
How to Increase Your Online Visibility With a Legal Directory Profile
by Jennifer Verta
Maximize your firm’s reach with a legal directory profile.
Paramount Hit With NY Class Action Lawsuit Over Mass Layoffs
by Gregory Sirico
Paramount Global faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly violating New York's WARN Act after laying off 300+ employees without proper notice in September.
Tampa Appeals Court ‘Sends Clear Message,” Ensuring School Tax Referendum Stays on Ballot
by Gregory Sirico
Hillsborough County's tax referendum is back on the 2024 ballot, promising $177 million for schools and empowering residents to decide the future of education.
The Future of Family Law: 3 Top Trends Driving the Field
by Gregory Sirico
How technology, mental health awareness and alternative dispute resolution are transforming family law to better support evolving family dynamics.
The Human Cost
by Justin Smulison
2 new EU laws aim to reshape global business by enforcing ethical supply chains, focusing on human rights and sustainability
The 2025 Legal Outlook Survey Results Are In
by Jennifer Verta
Discover what Best Lawyers honorees see ahead for the legal industry.
Safe Drinking Water Is the Law, First Nations Tell Canada in $1.1B Class Action
by Gregory Sirico
Canada's argument that it has "no legal obligation" to provide First Nations with clean drinking water has sparked a major human rights debate.
New Mass. Child Custody Bills Could Transform US Family Law
by Gregory Sirico
How new shared-parenting child custody bills may reshape family law in the state and set a national precedent.
Best Lawyers Expands With New Artificial Intelligence Practice Area
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers introduces Artificial Intelligence Law to recognize attorneys leading the way in AI-related legal issues and innovation.
Finding the Right Divorce Attorney
by Best Lawyers
Divorce proceedings are inherently a complex legal undertaking. Hiring the right divorce attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of any case.
New Texas Law Opens Door for Non-Lawyers to Practice
by Gregory Sirico
Texas is at a critical turning point in addressing longstanding legal challenges. Could licensing paralegals to provide legal services to low-income and rural communities close the justice gap?
