Publication Date

2012

Journal

Michigan State Law Review

Abstract

The article examines the persistent gender disparities at the top of the legal profession, attributing them to work-family conflict and the disproportionate impact of caregiving responsibilities on women. It explores European gender quotas as a potential solution, arguing that such measures address the legitimacy and effectiveness of institutions by ensuring gender parity in leadership positions. While acknowledging the challenges in implementing quotas in the U.S., the analysis suggests that European approaches offer valuable insights for addressing the "leaky pipeline" and advancing gender equality in the legal profession.

Volume

2012

Issue

5

First Page

1797

Last Page

1816

Publisher

Michigan State University College of Law

Disciplines

Civil Rights and Discrimination | Courts | Law | Law and Gender

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