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Herrick’s Shivani Poddar Spearheads the Launch of Ladies in Law

February 8, 2021 – Herrick News
Ladies In Law New York

Herrick partner, Shivani Poddar, and Chaffetz Lindsey counsel, Gretta Walters, spearhead the launch of Ladies In Law New York, a group established to bring together accomplished and diverse female lawyers. The mission is to serve as a platform for women in the legal field to create organic relationships, find mentors, seek career advice, facilitate new business opportunities, and much more. 
 
“We were energized by the positive changes that we are seeing in the world today around diversifying workplaces and leadership,” said Shivani and Gretta. They added, “many women-based groups focus on the status quo, and our goal is to take active steps to change the landscape while supporting other women.”
 
The group is currently comprised of 10 female lawyers in private practice, in-house legal departments and other organizations and will meet on a quarterly basis.  Current members include: