Strength in the Pack: Retaining Women in Law by Reimagining Success and Support

Date: Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025
Time: 11:45am
Location: Fairmont Waterfront, 900 Canada Place Way

Too many women in law are forced into what Steph Melnychuk calls —a way of working and living that prizes independence, overwork, and relentless self-reliance. It’s a survival strategy that allows women to succeed in systems not built with their wholeness in mind—but over time, it comes at a cost. Overwork, disconnection, isolation, inequity, and the heavy burden of carrying it all alone are some of the reasons why women continue to leave the profession at higher rates than men.

This attrition affects not just the women themselves, but firms, clients, and the profession.

So, how can we shift from a culture that glorifies the lone wolf to one that fosters the strength of the pack?

Join us for this engaging and thought-provoking session with Steph Melnychuk – certified coach and former lawyer – who will explore:

This session will provide both lived insights and actionable strategies for creating healthier, more sustainable workplaces where women—and the profession—can flourish together.

Steph Melnychuk, J.D., Certified Coach, and Founder of Ease: Find Strength in the Pack