"You Can't Have Part-time Litigators"

Nassau County DA Kathleen Rice has laid off part-time atotrneys unless they agree to work full-time. Women's bar groups have been unsuccessful in dissuading her. She says that a district attorney's office requires a great time commitment. "You can't have part-time litigators," she said. Other New York district attorneys offices do allow some attorneys to work part-time. Under Fire, DA Defends Decision to Oust Female Part-Timers, N.Y.L.J., July 13, 2006 (Law.com).

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