Around 20 firms met yesterday to discuss the Justicia Project, in which legal practices will commit to tracking gender demographics and developing leadership skills and opportunities for women. The Vancouver Sun reports that the programme will look at flexible scheduling, which could become the industry norm in the region.
Flexible working
Helena Plecko from Gowlings law firm, which is leading the project, said she has been much happier since she adopted a more flexible work schedule.
‘Ever since I've been on flex time, which is only a few months now, my practice has been flourishing,’ Ms Plecko said. ‘I have more flexibility to deal with my family matters. I have less pressure to constantly be (at the office) when I can get a lot of work done remotely.’
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