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As a woman lawyer (disputes), how do women manage pregnancies and firm dynamics? Are firms giving maternity leave benefits (I have no clue and have never enquired)
If you get pregnant as an SA, does it affect your promotion chances to PA? are you set back by one year regarding promotions?
How is it to join back? Do people treat you differently?
Any guidance would be helpful
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Your work should never get in the way.
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