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Diversity
Realities and Dualities of Minority Law Firm Associates
Friday, June 27, 2008
Diversity as a social and legal rationale for racial inclusion efforts is 30 years old this month. It was first articulated by Justice Lewis Powell in his June 1978 concurring opinion in Regents of the University of California v. Bakke
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Obama's Run Highlights Racial Progress and Prejudice
Friday, May 30, 2008
Like most of the people I know, I'm hooked on following the contest for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination.
Leaders Called to Spearhead Diversity Initiatives
Friday, April 25, 2008
To ensure success, diversity in the workplace requires commitment and action from the top. This is the cardinal rule of diversity management.
Self-Identification Can Inspire Others to Reach Goals
Monday, March 31, 2008
I read with interest an e-mail sent to me by a friend who is head of litigation at a corporation out West. The e-mail was a reflection on leadership and the impact role models have on the answer to the question we have all asked ourselves at one time or another: "Can I see myself there one day?"
Diversity: Contrary Trends in Politics and the Law
Friday, February 22, 2008
During the last 20 years, our country has seen a dramatic increase in racial, ethnic and gender diversity and inclusiveness at all levels of society.
How Long Will We Stand for Diversity Practice Without Diversity Progress?
Friday, January 25, 2008
Lawyers are generally results-oriented people. Results count when brokering deals, arguing cases and serving clients. So why is it that the only things the legal profession seem to focus on when it comes to diversity are commitment and "best practices?"
Dealing With Unconscious Biases Before They Become Prejudices
Friday, December 28, 2007
As a board member of the Philadelphia Diversity Law Group and the first chairperson of Dechert's diversity committee, I think of myself as someone who judges people for who they are as individuals, without prejudice or stereotypes.
Diversity Mathematics 101: What Counts Within Law Firms?
Friday, November 30, 2007
Talking about diversity within law firms has become something of a cottage industry over the past several years. Law firm managers are urged to do better.
Looking Back to Move Forward on Institutionalizing Diversity
Friday, October 26, 2007
I wanted to write on what law firms should be doing to institutionalize diversity - that is, about how firms can make concerns relevant to diversity part of their regular institutional processes and planning.
Small Firms Should Not Be Overlooked in Diversity Discussion
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
A great majority of the buzz surrounding the issue of diversity in the legal profession, locally and on the national level, has focused on the recruiting, hiring, retention and promotion practices of only the largest law firms in the country.
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