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Unlocking the Power of Diversity: Elevating Equity, Inclusion, and Success in the Legal Profession


Level: Advanced
Runtime: 52 minutes
Recorded Date: October 30, 2024
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Agenda

Key issues to be covered in this course are:
  • The importance of DEI in the legal profession
  • Strategies for fostering an inclusive workplace culture
  • Overcoming barriers to diversity and inclusion
  • Best practices for promoting equity within legal teams
  • The impact of diverse teams on legal practice and client service
  • Actionable steps for creating a culture of belonging

For NY - Difficulty Level: Experienced attorneys only (non-transitional)

Description

In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become pivotal elements for driving innovation, enhancing client service, and achieving organizational success. Join us for an insightful live webcast, “Unlocking the Power of Diversity: Elevating Equity, Inclusion, and Success in the Legal Profession,” where industry experts will delve into the critical role DEI plays within the legal sector.

In this program, the speakers will explore practical strategies for fostering a more inclusive workplace, address the challenges and opportunities of implementing DEI initiatives, and highlight the profound impact that diverse teams can have on legal practice and client outcomes. Attendees will gain valuable insights into best practices for promoting equity and inclusion, learn how to overcome common barriers to diversity, and discover actionable steps to create a culture of belonging within their organizations.

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Panelists

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Madina Axelrod

Shareholder
Segal Mccambridge Singer & Mahoney

Madina Axelrod defends companies in high-stakes product liability, toxic tort and commercial litigation matters. She has served on various firm committees. Currently, she serves on the Executive Committee and is co-chair of the firm’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee formulating and shepherding firm’s activity pertaining to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

Based in New York, she serves as national coordinating counsel, regional counsel and local counsel for multinational equipment manufacturers and other companies in asbestos litigation, tapping her extensive experience in federal and state courts to manage complex claims.

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Kenneth Williams

Shareholder
Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.

Kenneth Williams is a shareholder in the Segal McCambridge Detroit office. He focuses his practice on representing corporations and insurance carriers in the areas of coverage and personal injury litigation. He has a wide array of jury trial experience in Michigan, Florida, and Illinois. He has also litigated matters including but not limited to general liability, premises liability, coverage and indemnification, employment discrimination, along with agency claims. He is also co-chair of the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

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