Accelerate Action
TDS is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day—a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
The 2025 International Women’s Day theme is #AccelerateAction. Through a life-long investment of recruiting, retaining, and developing female talent, TDS is dedicated to promoting the importance of women in leadership and decision-making roles. We are proud to showcase the inspiring women of TDS and celebrate the diverse talents and achievements of our female colleagues and leaders.
Bailey Harris, Chair of the Equity and Accountability Council
Our Milestones
Our team continues to evolve, which includes the ever-growing presence of talented women across our firm.
Women at the firm
Women Partners and Associates
Women legal assistants
Women paralegals
Women lawyers in our rural offices
Our Team
Meet some of the extraordinary women who contribute to our firm's success every day.
Lisa Stiver
Lisa is currently the Chair of the firm’s Management Committee, after serving as a member for the past 8 years, as well as the Chair of the firm’s Business Law Practice Group. Lisa helps to guide the firm in defining short and long-term objectives and measurable outcomes that demonstrate progress toward achieving success.
Bailey Harris
Bailey Harris is the Chair of the Equity and Accountability Council, tasked with creating a culture that reflects the core values of the firm, which includes an express commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Meghan Ross
Meghan is the Chair of the Students Committee and oversees the recruitment and training of the firm’s students. She ensures that each student develops the necessary skills and relationships to succeed at the firm.
Leilani Kagan K. C.
Leilani is the Chair of the Business Development Committee, which focuses on the acquisition, retention, and growth of key clients and accounts at the firm.
We are breaking down barriers that historically kept women out of private practice.Read More Bailey Harris
Inspiring inclusion through learning means embracing diverse perspectives, fostering continuous growth, and unlocking the full potential of every individual.Celeste Schiak
Throughout my career, many women have been instrumental in helping me navigate the various seasons of life, both personally and professionally.Read More Stéphanie Tétreault
Being a woman in a leadership role at Christianson TDS, is more than just having a seat at the table; it’s about ensuring my team has a voice, a seat, and a stake in shaping our collective future.Read More Victoria Espey
The warm welcome I received helped me feel like part of the teamRead More Cindy Cannon
When looking for an Articling position, I wanted to work at a firm that had women partners.Read More Lisa Stiver
Today we celebrate the achievements of the fierce womenRead More Colleen Millitaire
I have felt more connected to the firm each time I have returned from a parental leaveRead More Terra Welsh
At TDS, we believe in the power of diverse voices shaping the legal landscape. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and reflect on our commitment to #AccelerateAction, we stand united in fostering an environment where every individual, regardless of gender, is empowered to thrive, contribute, and lead with excellence.