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Sexism And Harassment In Biglaw Are Nothing New with Erin Gordon
Episode 169
Published 2 years, 5 months ago
Description
In this episode, Kathryn interviews Erin Gordon, author of "Look What You Made Me Do", a memoir exposing a toxic culture in a prominent law firm. Erin shares her experience of continuous micro-harassments, personal defamation, and inadequate work allocation, leading to extreme stress and impeding her professional growth. Despite having a strong legal case against the firm, practical difficulties meant she had to endure the environment with minimal improvement.
Highlights
- Insights on the pressure to stay in big law firms despite negative experiences
- The turning point when she consulted employment lawyers who advised her to leave the firm
- The long-term impact on her career, including self-esteem issues, lack of professional growth, and financial loss
- Erin's realization that she wasn't a bad lawyer, but rather a victim of a system that prioritizes loyalty over individual experiences
Episode Resources
https://eringordonauthor.com/
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