Why Women Lawyers Must Negotiate their Pay Differently from Men
It’s no secret that the gender pay gap persists in the legal profession. Women lawyers, on average, earn less than their male counterparts—despite often having the same experience and expertise. But what’s less talked about is why this happens and, more importantly, what women can do about it.
Why Female Lawyers Should Buy Themselves the F*ing Lilies
There’s something powerful about finally deciding to put yourself first. If you’re a female lawyer juggling client demands, endless emails, and the expectation to ‘just get on with it,’ you probably don’t take much time for yourself. The book “Buy Yourself the F*ing Lilies” by Tara Schuster is a wake-up call: self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential.
Is the Confidence Gap Holding You Back?
I recently hosted a panel discussion in celebration of International Women’s Day, interviewing Sarah Goulbourne, Co-Founder of Gunnercooke and Norah Durrant, Founder of Norah Durrant Recruitment and Female Counsel. One of the topics which came up was how lack of confidence can hold women back in their legal careers. Part of the discussion involved recognising that this is often a gender issue: men do not seem to struggle to the same degree with advocating for themselves or being confident in their abilities.
The Hidden Reason You’re Not Making More Money as a Lawyer
If you’re undercharging or struggling to attract the right clients, the problem isn’t your skills—it’s your mindset.
At Female Lawyers’ Club, we’re committed to helping female lawyers not just succeed in their careers but also feel confident in their worth and financial success. This month, we invited Michele Walsh, a financial abundance and confidence coach, to deliver an inspiring masterclass titled “Claim the Confidence to Soar: How to Attain Financial Abundance as a Female Lawyer.”
If you don’t know – SAY!
This is a cautionary tale in which I share a cringeworthy blunder I made during a tribunal hearing.