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About the Commission As the national voice for women lawyers, the ABA Commission on Women in the Profession forges a new and better profession that ensures that women have equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement commensurate with their male counterparts.

Highlights

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The Road to Independence: 101 Women's Journeys to Starting Their Own Law Firms

View the table of contents and read the introduction

Just Released - 2012 Goal III Report

The 2012 Goal III Report is now available. This report offers a statistical overview of women's participation in leadership positions throughout the various entities of the ABA.

ABA Passes Resolution Aiding Military Spouse Attorneys

On Monday, February 6th, the ABA House of Delegates adopted the Commission's resolution urging states and territorial bar admission authorities to adopt rules to accommodate the unique issues confronting military spouse attorneys. More info coming shortly.

Publications and Reports