Saudi Arabian Women Gain Right to Practice Law

In a major step forward in human rights, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Justice has granted four women in the country the right to practice law.  One of these women, Dr. Nadia Al-Anani, is employed by the law firm Squire Sanders, and specializes in banking and regulatory issues. Female lawyers in Saudi Arabia will have the right to enter courtrooms, argue their own cases, and represent male clients. They still face numerous challenges, including resistance from clients and judges, and freedom to drive cars or travel without male accompaniment. Read more from Law.com and Lawyers Weekly.