|
Dear Editor,
I have spent a good deal of my 19 years in legal practice training and advising mostly white male managers about what is legally permissible to ask in an employment
interview. Therefore, I was shocked and disappointed at the recent treatment of Utah Supreme Court Justice nominees Jill Parrish and Ron Nehring at the hands of the Utah legislature
during confirmation hearings. The central inquiry made of Ms. Parrish was whether or not she could balance her family responsibilities with serving on the court. The central inquiry made
of Mr. Nehring (who presumably has a family as well) was what effect his health condition would have on his performance. Neither inquiry is permissible under federal law. The Utah
legislature is sending a clear message that they are above the law. When two long-time attorneys, who have reached the pinnacle of being appointed to the State Supreme Court and obviously
know their rights, are unable to receive the law's protection, how does the average employee fare?
Sincerely,
Lisa-Michele Church
Dear Editor,
The members of the Utah State Bar deserve recognition for their many courtesies shown me on my mobilization in Operation Enduring Freedom. It was not easy to wind down a
busy litigation and ADR practice on short notice and take off for six months of active duty; but counsel and judges were very understanding and agreed to continuances and rescheduling so
I could hand off my case load. The same recognition goes to the court clerks for all of their assistance and suggestions. I give public thanks to my partners, associates and staff at
Kirton & McConkie as well as to my clients for their generosity and support. I believe the quality of the people involved with the Utah legal profession is what attracts us to
practice law in Utah.
Sincerely,
Col. Sam McVey
Marine Forces Atlantic
|
