Because I grew up in a family of attorneys, I was introduced to the law and the management of the family practice when I was as young as four years old. As a kid, I remember sitting on the floor under my father’s oak desk as he drafted wills, trusts, and deeds for his growing … Continue reading PLEN Confirmed My Future Career Plans
Category: Women, Law, and Legal Advocacy
Bringing More Chairs to the Table Instead of Competing for them
I am one of the most indecisive people that I have ever met in my life, but if there is one thing that has stayed somewhat constant in my life, it is the consideration of entering the legal field. Not only have I been unsure of whether or not legal advocacy is the career path … Continue reading Bringing More Chairs to the Table Instead of Competing for them
Focusing on Passions, not Perfection
At the Women, Law, and Legal Advocacy seminar, Daniela learned that there are opportunities for practicing law outside of the courtroom.
A RePLENishing Experience
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said, “If you're going to change things, you have to be with the people who hold the levers.” For most of my life, I attempted impacting positive change exclusively through community service. Whether it was collecting donations for the Make-A-Wish Foundation with my family or collecting signatures for causes I believed … Continue reading A RePLENishing Experience
Thanks to PLEN, I’m a Woman with a PLAN
Throughout the fall semester of my senior year at the University of Cincinnati, for no reason I could pinpoint, I began to feel directionless. I knew I wanted to attend law school, but I had lost sight of why I wanted to pursue law, and the idea of figuring out what I wanted to do … Continue reading Thanks to PLEN, I’m a Woman with a PLAN
Learning About Empowerment From Professionals and Peers
The Women, Law, and Legal Advocacy seminar confirmed Darla's passion for law, but taught her about a new path to get there.
Focusing on What Unifies Us
Jenny and Wintta are on opposite sides of the political spectrum, but their friendship shows the importance of connecting with and learning from people of all backgrounds and perspectives.
Women Overcoming Adversity: The Importance of Female Empowerment
Struggling with what feels like constant negativity towards women, Simone Browne found a supportive environment of women empowering each other at PLEN.
My Experience at PLEN: Career Paths and Networking
As a theater major, Noni Ford wasn't sure about her interest in a law career until she met students and speakers at PLEN who also had diverse interests.
Nerves are Like Gravity: When They go up, They Always Come Down
At the PLEN Women, Law, and Legal Advocacy seminar, Olivia Barkley learned how powerful it is to be surrounded by a group of supportive women.