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The concept of “inclusion” often gets flattened into a shorthand for things like the language firms use around gender or sponsoring firm events that do not take place at country clubs — both very important considerations, by the way — but true inclusion means so much more.
The time of year is a good time to revisit this striking
The National Association for Law Placement (NALP) has released its “2023 Report on Diversity in U.S. Law Firms,” noting some moderately upbeat news on a few metrics. While the pace of change continues to be painfully slow, the trend is positive. We guess it could be worse?
Because workplace culture in many law firms continues to hold on to ableist ideas about who is capable of succeeding as a lawyer, lawyers are far more likely than workers in other professions to hide a disability from their employers and colleagues. This lack of visibility furthers the misconception that lawyers with disabilities can't experience inclusion in law firms, which dissuades...
As the holiday giving season approaches, firms face decisions about the best way to give back to their communities — and how to frame this activity for external and internal audiences. Here are some best practices for making the most of your firm’s generosity:
In honor of World Mental Health Day, October 10, we are revisiting the American Lawyer’s 2023 Survey of Mental Health in the Legal Profession, first published back in May. At Page 2, we are fortunate to serve clients across the...