Girls' Club challenges law's sexism

The Fox Network has found a new show that's worth watching. Girls' Club is a legal drama that follows the lives of three female attorneys in their 20s trying to survive in a traditional, male chauvinist law firm in San Francisco. Created by David E. Kelley, whose past television hits include Boston Public, Ally McBeal and The Practice, Girls' Club takes a highly entertaining look at three women who add spunk and creativity to a strict, conservative practice. It stars Kathleen Robertson (Beverly Hills 90210) as Jeannie Falls, Gretchen Mol as Lynne Camden and Chyler Leigh as Sarah Mickle.

In the premiere episode, Camden, the most successful of the three, experiences difficulty in preparing to defend her first case involving a man who is accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend. The case is far from conventional; the client becomes infatuated with Camden, later admits that he raped the dead woman years earlier and hangs himself in his jail cell at the end of the show. Similarly, Mickie is challenged when she must present evidence for a case. Despite many hours of dedication to the case, she is unable to win her boss' approval and therefore loses the opportunity to present the case. Falls is victorious in winning her case, but her triumph is overshadowed when she is sexually harassed by a senior partner.

In addition to a great plot, the acting is worthy as well. All three actresses give creditable performances, and the show is very well written, providing the right amounts of humor, drama and entertainment. Perhaps the most shocking aspect of the show is its usage of bold language, such as derogatory words towards men and homosexual women. Even though the show presents these words as unacceptable, they are unusual to hear on television. Also, questions have been raised as to whether the show provides an accurate representation of a law firm. Who knows? Who cares? What television show is realistic? All that matters is that the show is entertaining, and for Girls' Club this is no problem.

Girls' Club is amazing in its ability to depict strong and independent female characters. All three women are pretty, have amazing bodies and of course always get attention from men. But they are also all very smart, hard working and driven. They set a positive example for young women who aspire to make it in a male-dominated workforce, especially young women pursuing a law career. Even when their confidence is shaken by manipulators, sexual harassers and cruel bosses, they always rise to the occasion in the end. Guys, however, can enjoy the show for its wit and can gain a new glimpse into the female perspective of law.

Girls' Club airs on Fox, Mondays at 9 p.m.