In 1987, Congress designated March as National Women’s History Month, creating the opportunity to celebrate the vital role of women in American History. Below are just a few resources concerning women in the legal profession.
There is a Women's History Month display in the lobby of the law library. It features titles found within the law library's collection. The display will be available from March 1 - April 4.
This website, hosted by Stanford Law School, contains a "searchable database of articles and papers on pioneering women lawyers in the United States." Also included are web resources and an extensive bibliography of women in the law.
HeinOnline Women and the Law Database
This database "brings together books, biographies and periodicals dedicated to the role of women in society and the law. This unique collection of materials provides a convenient platform for users to research the progression of women's roles and rights over the past 200 years."
ABA Commission on Women in the Profession (CWP)
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.
The Commission serves as a clearinghouse of information relevant to women lawyers, including statistics, articles, reports, research, and organizations. Learn more about these resources below.