Timing of Job Moves
Reasons for employees to stay
Increased wages/job responsibilities?
who is more likely to leave large firms?
Women, as studies show 60% more quickly than men
examples that plays a role in fostering retention
social support and inclusion in work teams
what happens when cohorts enter law during prosperous economic time?
This will result in changing of jobs within private practice
reasons why women may leave
family responsibilities (i.e opting out) such as childcare commitments, illness, pregnancy etc.
Why might one feel entrapped?
through development of firm-specific skills and loyalty
percentage of women leaving early practice
a) 21%
b) 31%
c) 41%
d) 51%
b - in comparison to 21% of men
something that female lawyers may be excluded from
important files
Step out to launch their own solo practice or new small firms with trusted colleagues
what is "family penalty" or "motherhood" penalty
reduced employment/wages
"engrained cultural beliefs and practices"