Women Attorneys in Higher Education Leadership Study

The document is a research report titled 'Women Attorneys in Higher Education Leadership,' which aims to understand the experiences, career pathways, challenges, and characteristics of women attorneys in leadership roles within higher education institutions. The study is based on a survey conducted by the Association of American Law Schools, which received responses from 121 women attorneys who are or were leaders in higher education, including college and university presidents, provosts, and deans. The report outlines the progress made in increasing the number of women in these roles, while also highlighting the ongoing underrepresentation of women attorneys in higher education leadership. It identifies key characteristics that contribute to their success, as well as the structural and cultural obstacles they face. The report also provides recommendations for promoting and supporting women attorneys in leadership positions, emphasizing the need for continued efforts to address gender bias and intersectional challenges in the field.