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News and expert analysis on diversity
By Varsha Patel | April 15, 2022
"The current picture does not reflect well on our profession, and I'm surprised it is still this way," says Selene Brett.
5 minute read
By Varsha Patel | April 14, 2022
'Making it in the legal industry shouldn't mean compromising on any aspect of your faith,' says a young lawyer who has struggled to observe her faith in the workplace.
4 minute read
By Dana Denis-Smith | April 12, 2022
Dana Denis-Smith, CEO of Obelisk Support argues against what she sees as an outdated concept.
5 minute read
By Anthony Yates | April 11, 2022
'Being a lawyer brings many challenges, but being a lawyer with Parkinson's is an entirely different ball game', says Anthony Yates on World Parkinson's Day.
4 minute read
By Varsha Patel | April 4, 2022
From struggling to concentrate to frustrations around a lack of firm awareness, lawyers observing the holy month of Ramadan offer their views and ideas around what more can be done to support staff during fasting.
7 minute read
By Christopher Niesche | March 30, 2022
The policy comes in the wake of a 2020 sexual harassment scandal involving a former judge.
3 minute read
By Sylvia Noury, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | March 23, 2022
No longer is it considered acceptable for international arbitrations to be adjudicated by a small and homogenous pool of arbitrators, says Freshfields partner Sylvia Noury.
5 minute read
By Varsha Patel | March 21, 2022
The shortlist has been announced for the event, now in its 10th year, which take place in May in Dubai.
2 minute read
By Jasmine Floyd | March 14, 2022
"I was the only female in the room, and so the first thing one of the lawyers said to me was, 'I'm, sorry your honor, but we're going to have to teach you all about construction.' I then thought to myself 'Would they say this to a male judge?' " attorney Sarah Zabel said.
8 minute read
By Rose Walker | March 11, 2022
In a week overwhelmed by news of atrocities in Ukraine and how law firms are responding, women in the industry still deserve attention and celebration.
3 minute read
By Abigail Adcox | November 14, 2023
Hogan Lovells' Neal Katyal said about a third of his time has been spent with matters related to the court's affirmative action decision, adding that it has taken up a "huge number of hours."
4 minute read
By ALM Staff | November 13, 2023
The winner was announced Nov. 15 at The American Lawyer Industry Awards in New York City.
2 minute read
By Zack Needles | November 13, 2023
"Demonstrate to existing leadership that you are committed to the long-term health and success of the firm, and that you are willing to be a steward for the firm rather than simply looking out for your own personal interests."
7 minute read
By Christine Charnosky | Dan Roe | November 13, 2023
While not commenting publicly, some T14 or New York-based law schools have been in discussions with law firms about preventing further incidents of antisemitism on campus, sources say.
7 minute read
By Zack Needles | November 9, 2023
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By Maria Dinzeo | November 8, 2023
"We're expecting firms to find a way to get out there and find, groom and support diverse and inclusive talent. Companies are definitely watching," Ginny Johnson, chief legal officer of Aspen Aerogels, said.
5 minute read
By Ellen G. Wiah and Olufunke O. Leroy | November 7, 2023
Including nonlawyer professionals in law firm DEI initiatives will result in greater engagement, a stronger firm culture, better retention, and increased opportunities for success, which will help to foster a truly diverse legal profession.
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By Charles Toutant | November 6, 2023
Enactment of the Crown Act has been followed by litigation elsewhere, including in the Southern District of Texas, where the Barbers Hill Independent School District faces a suit on behalf of a student suspended for violating a restriction on the length of a male student's hair.
4 minute read
By ALM Staff | November 3, 2023
Hanson Bridgett is the winner of the Innovation in Diversity and Inclusion Award as part of the California Legal Awards.
3 minute read
By Thomas Spigolon | November 3, 2023
The Blum litigation against law firms "hasn't wavered any of how we are going about recruiting," said chief operating officer Edgar Harper.
5 minute read
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