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12 August 2021Influential Women in IPAlex Baldwin

A spotlight on India, Russia and China

The scales seem to be tipping in favour of more diverse representation in law, with initiatives in place throughout the sector aimed at increasing the number of female lawyers, minorities and LGBT+ individuals in the profession.

But when discussing diversity in law, we tend to focus on countries where corporate diversity and inclusion (D&I) practices are commonplace.

If we look past the US and Europe, we can achieve a greater insight into the role women, minority ethnic people and members of the LGBT+ communities can play in the global legal system.

WIPR spoke to lawyers from three different countries to find about their experiences as working IP attorneys, country-specific issues, and what needs to be done to ensure a more equal and accepting work environment.

INDIA: huge challenges remain

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