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White and Male: Men Account for 68% of Georgia's Judicial Appointments

After being reelected to a second term, Gov. Brian Kemp appointed more than two-dozen judges to Georgia state, superior and appellate courts in 2023.
1 minute read

The American Lawyer

Is Edward Blum Done Suing Law Firms?

A profession struggling for more equitable representation confronts a legal activist who wants law firms to be colorblind.
10 minute read

Law.com

Greenberg Traurig's Ted Blum, Author of 'Calculated Risks,' Reflects on a Lawyer's Duty in Light of Israeli-Palestine Conflict

"I feel that my skills as a counselor are called upon to stand up against antisemitism today," Ted Blum said.
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

Why Jews Belong Under The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Umbrella

"Including Jews under the DEI umbrella would accomplish three things. First is education. Providing more knowledge could bring more understanding. Second is bridging differences. Fostering communication will help build relationships and facilitate productive dialogue. Third is community. Jews need a safe space to connect and explore the range of experiences we are facing."
5 minute read

The Recorder

'Courts Have to Do Better': Juul MDL Judge Dings Diversity Deficits at Plaintiffs Firms

At a Monday hearing, U.S. District Judge William Orrick, in the Northern District of California, allowed up to $150 million in attorney fees to move forward but questioned the lack of diversity among the 62 plaintiffs firms in the Juul multidistrict litigation.
5 minute read

Daily Business Review

Teachers Challenge Personal Pronoun Law

The lawsuit is the latest challenge to a series of measures, championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis and passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature, that have targeted transgender children and adults and other LGBTQ people.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Incoming Phila. Bar Chancellor Aims to Ramp Up Organization's DEI Efforts

"I am incredibly proud of our association, but we have more to accomplish," Jennifer Coatsworth said at the association's annual meeting.
3 minute read

International Edition

Allen & Overy, Sullivan & Cromwell Among Firms To Make It On Standard Chartered Diversity Task Force

The bank's head of legal has launched a task force to improve diversity in the industry.
3 minute read

Texas Lawyer

Spencer Fane Partner Remembered for Leadership in Houston Legal Community

The Greater Houston legal community is mourning the passing of Ruthie Yvette Nelson White, a Spencer Fane partner who for decades was a leader among African-American women in law.
4 minute read

International Edition

Bar Council Moves to Tackle 'Inappropriate and Unacceptable' Behaviour at the Bar

A study has found that one in eight members of Lincoln's Inn have experienced or witnessed bullying, harassment or discrimination.
3 minute read

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