Diversity

News and expert analysis on diversity

International Edition

Diversity Twice as Important to Associates than Partners, Survey Finds

By Charlotte Johnstone | February 9, 2024

'There is a growing cultural divide with boomer partners failing to... meaningfully advance DEI issues beyond empty statements on the website,' said one associate.

2 minute read

International Edition

'Trading Bottles for Bundles': A Solicitor-Apprentice's Story

By Brooke Moon, Ashurst | February 8, 2024

For National Apprenticeship Week, Ashurst solicitor-apprentice Brooke Moon shares how the scheme has helped on her career story.

5 minute read
International Edition

The 'Returnity' Crisis: Is the Legal Profession Failing Women Lawyers Returning From Maternity Leave?

By Aishah Hussain | January 15, 2024

Despite various industry efforts, research shows a sharp drop in morale among working mothers after three months.

8 minute read

International Edition

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

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | December 14, 2023

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

3 minute read
International Edition

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

By Aishah Hussain | December 8, 2023

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

3 minute read
International Edition

Embrace Diversity and Data to Evolve with the Legal Landscape

By William M. Washington III, Baker McKenzie | December 4, 2023

Through data analysis, we can make evidence-based conclusions about market trends, writes the chief financial officer of Baker McKenzie.

4 minute read
International Edition

Sometimes It Is Not All About Winning

By Aishah Hussain | December 1, 2023

This week's British Legal Awards and A-List rankings show there's so much success to celebrate beyond shiny trophies, though they are nice too, writes The London Lawyer.

5 minute read
International Edition

The Top Law Firms to Work For: The UK A-List, 2023

By Charlotte Johnstone | November 28, 2023

More than 80 of the largest firms operating in the UK were ranked by their revenue per lawyer, pro bono commitment, racial diversity and gender diversity to create this year's A-List.

4 minute read
International Edition

Slaughters and MoFo Associates Suffer Antisemitic Attack on London Bus

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | November 15, 2023

Both lawyers posted about the attack on LinkedIn, and have attracted widespread support.

5 minute read
International Edition

Changing of the Guard at Bennett Jones Heralds the First Black CEO at a National Canadian Law Firm

By Gail J. Cohen | November 13, 2023

Dominique Hussey, along with John Mercury, will take over leadership of the firm from Hugh MacKinnon, who steps down after 18 years at the helm.

4 minute read
New York Law Journal

Beauty in Health Equity and Opportunity: New York's New Requirements for Cosmetology Schools and Stylists

By Carla Varriale-Barker | February 29, 2024

The New York Legislature recently enacted the CROWN Act, which prohibits race-based hair discrimination in employment and educational opportunities. Following this, Governor Kathy Hochul also signed the Health Equity and Opportunity legislative package. This article discusses why this legislation is important for greater health equity and the specific actions schools, stylists, and insurers can take to remain in compliance.

4 minute read
The American Lawyer

Seyfarth's New Chief D&I Officer Aims to Maximize Benefits of Diverse Workforce

By Dan Roe | February 28, 2024

Mira Dewji will leverage her background in behavioral science to facilitate creativity and introduce new perspectives.

2 minute read
The Legal Intelligencer

No Longer Just an HR Matter, DEI Expands to Law Firm Operations

By Amanda O'Brien | February 26, 2024

It's not just a question of talent management, but also how the offices are decorated and what are the parking and seating arrangements, among other examples.

5 minute read
New Jersey Law Journal

Fired Associate Says It's Not Easy Being a Conservative in Big Law

By Charles Toutant | February 23, 2024

"If the legal community's going to cancel out diverse perspectives, that's not the right way. And that's what ... happened to me," former McCarter & English associate William D. Brown Jr. said.

7 minute read
Law.com

Legal Forges Ahead With DE&I Efforts, Despite Backlash

By Rhys Dipshan | February 22, 2024

While DE&I rhetoric may not be as prominent as it was in 2020, efforts to address gender and racial disparities in the legal industry are not only ongoing, but also expanding and maturing.

9 minute read
Texas Lawyer

Shook Launches New Practice to Advise Clients on DEI Issues

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys | February 22, 2024

Houston litigation partner John Lewis Jr., the managing partner of the Houston office, leads Shook, Hardy & Bacon's new interdisciplinary DEI counseling, compliance and disputes practice.

3 minute read
Legaltech News

Championing Diversity in Tech (Individual) Winner, Provider: Catherine Krow, BigHand

By Stephanie Wilkins | February 22, 2024

"'Business as usual' is not working for law firms today, and it certainly isn't able to support a more equitable work culture," said Catherine Krow of BigHand.

7 minute read
Law.com

JD-Next Exam Garners Comments Raising Concerns Over Validity, Accessibility

By Christine Charnosky | February 21, 2024

"There are significant issues which must be addressed related to the security, integrity, scalability, and accommodations available for the JD-Next exam," wrote one commenter.

5 minute read
National Law Journal

Biden Nominates Judges for 7th Circuit, DC, Illinois, Arizona District Courts

By Avalon Zoppo | February 21, 2024

Nancy Maldonado would be the first Hispanic judge on the Chicago-based federal appeals court.

4 minute read
The American Lawyer

The Sweet Spot Between Microaggressions and Empty Words: Threading the Needle on Associate Feedback

By Amanda O'Brien | February 20, 2024

Law firms and partners may struggle to deliver appropriate guidance to rising attorneys while keeping diversity, equity, and inclusion standards in mind. But getting it wrong has real costs.

5 minute read

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