The Quicky

"He Put His Hand Up My Work Dress": Why Female Lawyers Are Speaking Out

06.29.2020 - By Mamamia PodcastsPlay

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Last week, a bombshell rocked Australia's legal world. Former Justice of the High Court, Dyson Heydon was accused of several cases of sexual harassment.

Yet, it was a bombshell many weren't surprised by. According to female lawyers young and old, sexism has long been a scourge of the profession, and one that is difficult to fight. 

The Quicky speak to a group of lawyers who want to share their story. 

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CREDITS 

Host/Producer: Claire Murphy 

Executive Producer: Melanie Tait

Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri 

Guests:  Suzie Miller, former Human Rights Lawyer, Playwright 'Prima Facie'; Yana and Evelyn, junior lawyers. 

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