Within many business organizations, including law firms, there is a bias (both by males and females) that the ambitions of employees are significantly affected by their marital status and dependents. A new study released this month, however, shows that this difference may be a myth. When female respondents were asked if they aspired to a higher position (partner, executive, etc.), 77 percent said yes. But the study found no correlation between the respondent’s aspirations and family commitments. Of the “yes” respondents, 69% were married and 63% had children. Conversely, of the 23% who said no, 63% were married and 59% had children. Contact us (Erica@LRGLLC.com) for a complete PDF of the study, The Ambition Divide: Differences Define Women’s Career Aspirations.