The National Law Journal has launched Inadmissible, a weekly Q&A series with Washington, D.C., legal professionals. The interviews will take a short, to-the-point look at an issue at the intersection of law and politics and highlight the type of work being led by professionals in the nation’s capital. If you are interested in being profiled, reach out to [email protected]. 

This week, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom associate Shirley Diaz discusses her experience with DEI efforts at her firm and for Hispanic attorneys in general. As the president-elect of the Hispanic Bar Association in Washington, D.C., she asks firms not only to foster a welcoming environment for young legal professionals but also beef up retention strategies.