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Connecticut Law Tribune

Man Scores Victory Against Union for Not Representing Him in Arbitration

"It's a really remarkable decision that set precedent," Nathan McGrath said.
3 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

We Cannot Relent: The Need to Remain Resilient in Your Firm's DEI Efforts

The most recent threats to dismantle DEI in the United States are now aimed at the legal industry, but we cannot relent against these attacks and instead must remain resilient with our DEI efforts now and well into the future.
9 minute read

Daily Report Online

'Opening Salvo': DEI Lawsuits Could Have 'Chilling' Effect on Diversity Efforts

"This is the opening salvo in what could be a very long war against diversity in the law," said Laura Leopard of law firm consultant Leopard Solutions.
7 minute read

Legaltech News

Generative AI Conversations Are a Peek Into the Legal Tech 'Boys' Club'

Many legal tech panels on generative artificial intelligence are still dominated by a homogenous group: white men. It's a glimpse into the more insidious barriers that stand in the way of women tech founders fighting to make it in the industry.
7 minute read

The Recorder

Blum's Attack on Diversity: Forcing BIPOC Attorneys to 'Show Their Papers'

"Blum's efforts make the unfounded yet persistent whispers of white displacement equal to the actual lived reality of millions of BIPOC," says Shandyn Pierce, an associate at Hanson Bridgett.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

DEI Investment: Bridge From Dreams to Realities in Law

President Barack Obama's inspiration carried me as I pursued my own dreams. As a Black, first-generation law student, I was confident that my own background could serve as a wellspring of strength and innovation in my legal practice—rather than the oft-assumed hindrance.
3 minute read

New York Law Journal

Law Firm Leaders, GCs and Bar Leaders Outline DEI Recommendations in Wake of Affirmative Action Ruling

A New York State Bar report from a group of Big Law partners, corporate lawyers and academics focuses on methods of enhancing diversity that won't leave organizations vulnerable to legal risks.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

Reed Smith's New DEI Chair Isn't Backing Away From Diversity Efforts in Wake of Blum Lawsuits

"We know that diverse teams make better decisions and our clients expect that of us," said Alan York, a Houston-based appellate partner at the firm. 
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

How the Work of Diversity Professionals Benefits All Employees

DEI professionals are focused on a lot more than many may realize, says diversity consultant Amie Santos.
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Klehr Harrison Appoints Two New Litigation Co-Chairs, Bringing Together Three Generations of Attorneys

Paige Willan and Grant Phelan will join Jonathan Krause at the helm of the firm's largest unit.
5 minute read

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