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2012 WOMEN LAWYERS JOURNAL VOL. 97 NOS. 1 & 2 IN THIS ISSUE 8 Introduction to NAWL’s International Committee by Diane E. Ambler 9 The International Committee and NAWL’s History of Involvement by Selma Moidel Smith 13 International Women’s Day and World NGO Day: Celebration and Balance by Dr. Linda S. Spedding 17 The United States and Women’s Rights in Iraq: Legacy Interrupted by Suaad Allami and Judge George Phelan 2012 NAWL ANNUAL MEETING—NEW YORK, NEW YORK 28 At the 2012 NAWL Annual Luncheon where honorees, American Express Legal Department, Leslie M. Turner, Pro Forma Ratifications: The Honorable Nancy Gertner, Senator Olympia Snow and David Boies were recognized. Front row: NAWL Tales of Incomplete Board Members Lisa Horowitz, McDermott Will & Emery, Leslie Richards-Yellen, Hinshaw & Culbertson and Resolutions in Tanzania and the Role Women Marsha Anastasia, Pitney Bowes Inc. Back row: Wendy Wen Yun Chang, Hinshaw & Culbertson, Sandra Yamate, Lawyer Groups Can Chief Executive Officer of The Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession, NAWL Board Members Kristin Take to Combat Crimes Sostowski, Gibbons P.C. and Dorian Denburg, AT&T. Against Women by Ya Marie Cham 31 Securing the U.S.- Mexico Border: Case of Child Pornography by Kerri Ann McLaughlin 32 International Women in Law Summit, 2012 by Beth Bunnell and Amy L. Sommers 2012 WOMEN LAWYERS JOURNAL VOL. 97 NOS. 1 & 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT WOMEN LawYERS JOURNAL About NAWL ................................................................ 3 EDITOR Editor’s Note ................................................................ 4 Deborah S. Froling Washington, DC President’s Letter ......................................................... 5 [email protected] Event Highlights ........................................................... 6 EDITORIAL POLICY Women Lawyers Journal is published for NAWL members Introduction to NAWL’s International Committee ............... 8 as a forum for the exchange of ideas and information. Views expressed in articles are those of the authors and do by Diane E. Ambler not necessarily reflect NAWL policies or official positions. Publication of an opinion is not an endorsement by NAWL. The International Committee and NAWL’s History We reserve the right to edit all submissions. of Involvement .............................................................. 9 by Selma Moidel Smith ARTICLES Book reviews or articles about current legal issues of general International Women’s Day and World NGO Day: interest to women lawyers are accepted and may be edited Celebration and Balance ................................................ 13 based on the judgment of the editor. Editorial decisions are by Dr. Linda S. Spedding based upon potential interest to readers, timelines, goals, and objectives of the association and the quality of the writing. No material can be returned unless accompanied by a self- The United States and Women’s Rights in Iraq: addressed, stamped envelope. Legacy Interrupted ....................................................... 17 by Suaad Allami and Judge George Phelan TO ADVERTISE Contact NAWL headquarters for rate information. Pro Forma Ratification: Tales of Incomplete Resolutions Publication of an advertisement is not an endorsement of in Tanzania and the Role Women Lawyer Groups the product or company by NAWL. Can Take to Combat Crimes Against Women ..................... 28 by Ya Marie Cham TO SUBSCRIBE Annual dues include a subscription to the Women Securing the U.S.-Mexico Border: Lawyers Journal. Case of Child Pornography .............................................. 31 Additional subscriptions or subscriptions by nonmembers by Kerri Ann McLaughlin are available for $55 in the U.S. and $75 international. Walmart is proud to be a Back issues are available for $15 each. International Women in Law Summit, 2012: Setting the Agenda for Change, the Role and Impact of Globalization on Women’s Contact Careers: Women in the Chinese Legal Profession .................. 33 National Association of Women Lawyers American Bar Center, MS 21.1 by Beth Bunnell and Amy L. Sommers 2012 Premier Sponsor of the 321 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60654 NAWL News ................................................................. 39 t 312.988.6186 f 312.988.5100 [email protected] NAWL Recognition ........................................................ 41 National Association of Women Lawyers. www.nawl.org 2012 Outstanding Law Students .................................... 44 ©2013 National Association of Women Lawyers. New Member List ......................................................... 46 All Rights Reserved. Women Lawyers Journal (ISSN 0043-7468) Networking Roster ........................................................ 54 is published quarterly by the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL)® 321 North Clark Street, MS 21.1, Chicago, IL 60654. NAWL Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon photos taken by Paula Vlodkowski. Journal designed by Caroline Caldwell Design. WLJ : Women Lawyers Journal : 2012 Vol. 97 Nos. 1 & 2 1 National association OF WOMEN lawYERS EXECUTIVE BOARD President Beth L. Kaufman New York, NY President-Elect About NAWL Deborah S. Froling Washington, DC Founded in 1899, NAWL is a professional association of attorneys, judges Vice President and law students serving the educational, legal and practical interests of Lisa M. Passante the organized bar and women worldwide. Both women and men are wel- Wilmington, DE ® come to join. Women Lawyers Journal , National Association of Women Treasurer Lawyers®, NAWL, and the NAWL seal are registered trademarks. Marsha Anastasia Stamford, CT By joining NAWL, you join women throughout the United States and Treasurer-Elect overseas to advocate for women in the legal profession and women’s rights. Leslie Richards-Yellen We boast a history of more than 100 years of action on behalf of women Chicago, IL lawyers. For more information about membership and the work of NAWL, Corresponding Secretary visit www.nawl.org. DeAnna D. Allen Washington, DC Immediate Past President BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Heather C. Giordanella Philadelphia, PA • A voice on national and international issues affecting women through leadership in a national and historical organization Members-at-Large Angela Beranek Brandt • Networking opportunities with women lawyers across the United States St. Paul, MN The Many Faces of Humanity Dorian S. Denburg • Access to programs specifically designed to assist women lawyers in Atlanta, GA We transcend national borders at Jones Day. Our more than 2,400 lawyers come their everyday practice and advancement in the profession Jennifer Guenther from diverse backgrounds and cultures. They are citizens of 40 countries and speak San Bernardino, CA • A subscription to the quarterly Women Lawyers Journal and the ability Lisa Horowitz 55 languages. Here they thrive in a culture of teamwork, which depends upon—and to be kept up to date on cutting edge national legislation and legal issues Washington, DC fosters—diversity and inclusion. Their accomplishments bring them to Jones Day, where affecting women Sarretta McDonough Los Angeles, CA they are encouraged to develop their full and distinctive potential as people and lawyers, • The opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and the commitment Suzan (Sam) Miller and where they unite to serve clients as One Firm Worldwide. of your firm or company to support diversity in the legal profession. Santa Clara, CA Carol Robles-Roman New York, NY Contact NAWL Maritza S. Ryan West Point, NY National Association of Women Lawyers Wendy Schmidt American Bar Center, MS 21.1 New York, NY 321 North Clark Street Kristin Sostowski Chicago, IL 60654 Newark, NJ t 312.988.6186 Anita Wallace Thomas f 312.988.5100 Atlanta, GA [email protected] Executive Director www.nawl.org Macarena (Rena) Calabrese Chicago, IL Visit us online at www.jonesdaydiversity.com WLJ : Women Lawyers Journal : 2012 Vol. 97 Nos. 1 & 2 3 EDITOR’S NOTE PRESIDENT’S LETTER In this issue, we celebrate NAWL’s Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon and its many well- Just as the global practice of law expands and touches more and more lawyers in this country, so deserving honorees. Please take a look at the pictures contained in this issue as well as those on too does NAWL’s commitment to address the state of women in and under the law abroad. Begin- our website at www.nawl.org. I highly recommend that you log onto the website and explore all ning in the Spring of 2012 with the International Women in Law Summit, which it co-sponsored, that NAWL has to offer—committees, events, publications, articles of interest. Reach out to any NAWL has expanded its reach to and focus on the international woman lawyer—both those who of the committee chairs that you are interested in and get involved. It’s a worthwhile experience. are U.S. born and bred, working in the U.S. and abroad, and those of diverse nationalities. We also explore the world beyond our borders and focus on the NAWL International Com- In this issue of the Women Lawyers Journal, we hear from women lawyers who live and work mittee and NAWL’s worldwide activities, including our first-ever InternationalW omen in Law abroad. Surprising results from surveys of women lawyers in China reveal that gender seems to Summit held in London in conjunction with The Law Society of England. It was a great success. have less of an effect on the advancement of women lawyers and their careers than anecdotal You should also read the other articles in this issue relating