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Sexism And Harassment In Biglaw Are Nothing New

One woman's story of what she had to endure -- and the long-term impact on her career.

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JAB169 SOCIAL(IG)In this episode, I interview Erin Gordon, author of “Look What You Made Me Do,” a memoir exposing a toxic culture in a prominent law firm. Erin shares her experience of continuous micro-harassments, personal defamation, and inadequate work allocation, leading to extreme stress and impeding her professional growth. Despite having a strong legal case against the firm, practical difficulties meant she had to endure the environment with minimal improvement.

Highlights

  • Insights on the pressure to stay in Biglaw firms despite negative experiences
  • The turning point when she consulted employment lawyers who advised her to leave the firm
  • The long-term impact on her career, including self-esteem issues, lack of professional growth, and financial loss
  • Erin’s realization that she wasn’t a bad lawyer, but rather a victim of a system that prioritizes loyalty over individual experiences

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The Jabot podcast is an offshoot of the Above the Law brand focused on the challenges women, people of color, LGBTQIA, and other diverse populations face in the legal industry. Our name comes from none other than the Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the jabot (decorative collar) she wore when delivering dissents from the bench. It’s a reminder that even when we aren’t winning, we’re still a powerful force to be reckoned with.

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Kathryn Rubino is a Senior Editor at Above the Law, host of The Jabot podcast, and co-host of Thinking Like A Lawyer. AtL tipsters are the best, so please connect with her. Feel free to email her with any tips, questions, or comments and follow her on Twitter @Kathryn1 or Mastodon @[email protected].

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