<img width="300" height="120" alt="WidenerWomensNetworkDE" src="/site/files/oldnewsfiles/WidenerWomensNetworkDE.png" class="FloatRight">On Wednesday, April 13, 2011 the Delaware Chapter of the Widener Women's Network held a networking luncheon in Wilmington, DE.  Katherine Mayer ‘98 at the law firm of McCarter &amp; English LLP and Donna Harris ’98 with Pinckney Harris &amp; Weidinger LLC sponsored the event at the McCarter &amp; English office. About 28 women gathered in one of the firm’s conference rooms to network and enjoy an informal lunch.<br><br>A panel of four women spoke on the topic of Work/Life Balance in the Practice of Law in Delaware. The panelists included <a href="/Academics/Faculty/ProfilesDe/HarringtonConnerDana.aspx">Dana Harrington Connor</a> ‘92, Associate Professor of Law and Director of the <a href="/Academics/ClinicalProgramsandProfessionalTraining/Clinics/DelawareCivilLawClinic.aspx">Delaware Civil Law Clinic</a>, Widener University School of Law, Delaware Campus; Adria B. Martinelli, Member, Young Conaway Stargatt &amp; Taylor, LLP; Christine S. Azar, Partner, Laboton Sucharow, LLP; and Kimberly A. Harrison ’96, Associate, Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman &amp; Goggin.<br><br>The informative and energetic remarks from the panelists encouraged several others in attendance to share their own stories and suggestions for dealing with Work/Life Balance.  <br><br>These luncheons are a great way for our female alumni to network and bond. They offer an enjoyable and enlightening break in the day but don’t require a major time commitment.  Look at the calendar of events for an opportunity to join us for the next event in your regional area.