The winter holiday season offers a great time to cozy up with a good book. Whether relaxing by a fire place or snuggling in your bed, here are 10 books worth reading.
- “My Own Words” by Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- A collection of writings and speeches by the late Supreme Court Justice, providing inspiration and insight into the legal profession.
- “The Woman’s Guide to Successful Negotiating” by Lee E. Miller and Jessica Miller
- Essential reading for developing negotiation skills, a critical aspect of legal practice.
- “Becoming” by Michelle Obama
- Though not solely focused on law, this memoir by the former First Lady, who is also a lawyer, offers perspectives on balancing career, family, and public service.
- “It’s Time to Shine: A Guide for Professionals of Color on How to Advance Their Career” by Laurie Robinson Haden
- Provides strategies on how you can excel in your career and home life. Get practical tips from a corporate lawyer turned non-profit CEO.
- “Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men” by Caroline Criado Perez
- Highlights the often overlooked gender bias in data, relevant for understanding broader societal issues that impact the legal profession.
- “Women and Leadership: Real Lives, Real Lessons” by Julia Gillard and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
- Offers insights into leadership from the perspective of women at the top of their fields, including legal and political realms.
- “The Lawyer Bubble: A Profession in Crisis” by Steven J. Harper
- Offers a critical look at the current state of the legal profession, including challenges unique to women in law.
- “The Glass Ceiling in Chinese and Indian Boardrooms” by Alice de Jonge
- Explores gender inequality in corporate boardrooms, relevant for women lawyers interested in corporate law and governance.
- “Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.” by Brené Brown
- Focuses on leadership and courage, essential for women in the legal field looking to lead and inspire.
- “Speaking While Female: Women at Work and the Art of Commanding Respect” by Lois P. Frankel and Carol Frohlinger
- A guide to effective communication, crucial for women in the courtroom and boardroom.
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