This Is Why There's A Lack Of Asian-American Women Biglaw Partners

Is it any wonder they are leaving Biglaw?

Portrait of businesswoman standing in officeWe are frequently asked whether an Asian woman candidate is tough enough.

—- Victoria Reese, managing partner at the Heidrick & Struggles search firm, commenting on the bias that Asian Americans, and particularly women, receive in the industry. Recent employment numbers reveal Asian Americans have one of the lowest conversion rates from associate to partner, and they leave Biglaw at the highest rates.

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