Research Paper Number

25/2016

Will It Ever Be 50/50?: Diversity and Gender in the Law Firm and on Corporate Boards

Authors

Kathleen Killin, Osgoode Hall Law School of York UniversityFollow

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Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2016

Keywords

Women Lawyers; Businesswomen; Gender and Law

Abstract

Today, women account for 50% of graduates from university programs in Canada and abroad. Traditional gender roles are a growing “thing of the past” with women taking on more responsibility and leadership positions within law and business. However, a gap still remains between the sexes in partner track and directorships. This paper explores regulatory bodies, both in law and finance, which have voiced for change and sparked conversation to bridge this gap. As one will find, major successes have occurred in recent years, however a commitment must be maintained in order to continue to advance gender diversity in law and business.

Recommended Citation

Killin, Kathleen, "Will It Ever Be 50/50?: Diversity and Gender in the Law Firm and on Corporate Boards" (2016). Osgoode Legal Studies Research Paper Series. 148.
https://digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/olsrps/148