Women in the Profession Committee

The Committee on Women in the Profession's primary objectives are: To assess the current status of women in the legal profession and to identify career paths of women attorneys and their goals; to identify barriers that prevent women attorneys from full participation in the work, the responsibilities and the rewards of the profession; to assess quality of life issues in the profession which affect both male and female attorneys; to identify unique problems encountered by women attorneys in pursuing their professional careers and to make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners regarding women in the profession

Chair
Jennifer T. Baker, Biloxi

  
20th Annual Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series: Defining Your Legacy-
February 22 & 23
The Mississippi Bar's Women in the Profession Committee is proud to host the 20th Annual Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series at King Edward Hotel in Jackson on February 22-23, 2013. This premier CLE for women lawyers was named for the late Lt. Gov. Evelyn Gandy, whose record for public service has never been surpassed. Her stellar career was capped with her being  elected as the first female lieutenant governor in Mississippi's history. This event highlights Governor Gandy's passion for public service and encourages all lawyers to pursue such goals in their careers. The Evelyn Gandy Lecture Series' registration fee of $175 includes the cocktail reception, full breakfast, and 6 hours of CLE credit including 1 hour of Professionalism. Also, please consider sponsoring a law student's attendance at the conference. Full scholarships are $275/student and include conference registration, housing and food. Go to our on line registration program at www.msbar.org for a full agenda and secure online registration. Or contact Melanie Henry at mhenry@msbar.org for additional information.