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September 11, 2024

On the Need for Equity in America

Why Now ‘More than Ever’ Companies Should Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH   Here’s what organizations should know about the history of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, and the importance of celebrating NHHM today.  HR Dive

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Nurturing the Unique Vision of Hispanics in Law Firms

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH   First-generation Cuban American Andrea Arteaga reflects on her journey in the legal industry and shares strategies for law firm leaders to nurture diverse perspectives this Hispanic Heritage Month.  Daily Business Review

In Corporate Boardrooms, DEI Remains Priority but Operational Rigor Wanes

DEI SUPPORT  A survey of Fortune 500 board directors shows that a majority of companies continue to prioritize DEI, but many board members “still feel their companies struggle to operationalize DEI goals effectively — with stagnation or modest improvement from two years ago.”  Business Wire

DEI Support & Strategy

DEI Leadership: Unlocking Unique Value

DEI STRATEGY   2016 Fellow Kimberly Hulsey, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Locke Lord, shows how DEI initiatives give firms a competitive edge, offering real world examples of successful DEI leadership across areas from staffing to client development.  ALM | Law.com

4 Evidence-Based Reasons Why DEI Pushback Is Not Working

DEI SUPPORT   While headlines may paint the picture that DEI is disappearing, the data shows that DEI remains a priority, from current leadership to the next generation of young talent.  Forbes

The Corporate Retreat from DEI: A Short-Sighted Strategy?

DEI STRATEGY   “In an ever-evolving global market, companies that stay committed to DEI will not only stand out as socially responsible but will also position themselves for sustainable success.”  Forbes

Partners Are from Mars, Associates Are from Venus

INCLUSIVE CULTURE   How can law firms bridge the generational divide between senior partners and younger associates? Simple approaches, like creating training workshops to address generational differences in communication, can make a big difference.  ALM | Law.com

LCLD Leads on DEI

Diversity Initiative Winner: Paul Weiss’ DEI Strategic Advisory Group

PERSONAL ADVOCACY   Paul Weiss’ DEI Strategic Advisory Group was honored in the Diversity Initiative category at the New York Legal Awards. In her response, Loretta Lynch, partner at Paul Weiss and a featured speaker at the upcoming 15^th Annual LCLD Membership Meeting, underscored the ongoing need to champion DEI: “The incredible range of perspectives inherent to a diverse legal profession is so crucial for the future.”  The New York Law Journal

2024 Finalists for NYLJ’s Diversity Initiative & Innovation Awards

PERSONAL ADVOCACY   2019 Fellow Adam Banks, Partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges, and 2022 Fellow Kate Doniger, Partner at Hecker Fink, received top honors in the Diversity Initiative category at the New York Legal Awards. Additionally, Baker McKenzie, Dechert, and Hecker Fink earned Innovation Awards for their respective approaches to professional development, GenAI, and settlement strategy.  The New York Law Journal

The 2024 Women in Law Report

DIVERSE PIPELINE   In the 2024 Women in Law Report ranking, Littler, Ogletree Deakins, Epstein Becker Green, and Kelley Kronenberg earned positive scores in their respective categories for representation of women at varying levels of seniority.  Law360

Leading for Tomorrow

Employees Say They Want Resources for Psychological Safety Amid Political Talk at Work

PERSONAL ADVOCACY   Most US workers feel comfortable discussing politics at work, according to a new survey. However, around half also called for employers to provide mental health resources to help navigate the stress of the election period.  HR Dive

for LCLD Members & Diversity Professionals

SEPTEMBER 20  |  LCLD Members  |  Salamander Hotel, Washington, DC

15th Annual LCLD Membership Meeting

LCLD Managing Partners and General Counsel and their guests are invited to the 15th Annual LCLD Membership Meeting on September 20, 2024.

There will also be a Welcome Reception at the National Museum of American History at 6:30 pm ET on Thursday, September 19. Our featured speaker Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work, will discuss belonging and his research on the importance of leaders being intentional about building trust. The full meeting agenda is now available on our website.

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