The future of leadership isn’t coming. She’s already at the table.
At LP, we know that when women succeed, the entire legal profession grows stronger. Our firm is committed to creating an environment where women excel, supported by intentional mentorship, meaningful leadership opportunities, and a culture that values unique perspectives. We proudly elevate women into influential roles across the firm.
Representation of Women at LP:
- 40% of the Executive Committee
- 50% of the Compensation Committee
- 50% of the Professional Development Committee
- 60% of Practice Group Leaders
- 75% of the C-Suite
LP’s Women’s Group (LPW)
The Levenfeld Pearlstein Women’s Initiative (LPW) is committed to cultivating an inclusive, equitable, and empowering community where women attorneys and professionals thrive at every stage of their careers.
We advance this mission by fostering meaningful mentorship and strengthening leadership and business development opportunities, while building authentic networks that support both personal and professional growth. Through advocacy, collaboration, and community, we champion the diverse experiences and contributions of women and work to ensure equitable representation and opportunity across all levels of firm leadership.
LPW is dedicated to driving positive, lasting change so that women are recognized, supported, and empowered as lawyers, leaders, and agents of impact, thereby strengthening individual careers and ensuring exceptional talent continues to thrive at our firm.
Step into the stories of women who have grown, led, and flourished here… together.
Jessa Baker,
Chief Executive Officer
“Our people are the heartbeat of the firm and a driving force behind everything we strive to achieve for our clients. I am honored to serve as the firm’s CEO, leading 200+ attorneys and legal professionals in our mission to provide an exceptional client service.”
Alyx Durachta,
Trusts & Estates Associate
“As a mentor to junior associates, I believe that everyone has a story worth hearing. Taking the time to listen allows me to more meaningfully help women attorneys grow, thrive, and find their voice.”
Rebecca Fitz,
Real Estate Associate
“Serving as LPW’s Associate Liaison has given me direct insight into the firm’s sustained commitment to supporting women attorneys and legal professionals.”
Laura Friedel,
Partner in and Leader of the Employment & Executive Compensation Practice Group
“Over the years, I had a number of mentors who guided me on my path forward. As a Practice Group Leader, I strive to do for junior attorneys what my mentors did for me – support them in their growth, challenge them to expand their perspective, and empower them to make their career their own.”
Carrie Harrington,
Partner in and Leader of the Trusts & Estates Practice Group
“As a Practice Group Leader, I strive to be a champion for women in the firm by advocating for junior attorneys to have a seat at the table and prioritizing diverse recruiting practices.”
Suzanne Karbarz Rovner,
Real Estate Partner
“I am honored to co-lead LPW, the firm’s women’s initiative, and continue the important work of elevating women attorneys and legal professionals.”
Laura Marinelli,
Partner in and Leader of the Community Association Practice Group
“As Practice Group Leader, I am dedicated to advancing women in the legal profession and mentoring junior attorneys so we can continue to provide an exceptional client experience.”
Erin Mayer,
Litigation Partner
“As Co-Chair of LPW, the firm’s women’s initiative, I am committed to ensuring that my female colleagues are supported, feel a sense of belonging, and see a future for themselves at the firm.”
Elizabeth O’Brien,
Partner in and Leader of the Real Estate Practice Group
“We lead from abundance, not scarcity. There is room at this table—and if there isn’t, we build a bigger one. By redefining client service and leadership through that lens, we create space for women who work hard, think boldly, and refuse to shrink their perspective to fit someone else’s comfort. When we back one another and lead with conviction, our clients benefit, our teams rise, and the legal industry moves forward with us.”
And… here we grow again.
*Hired after September 2025
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