September 14, 2022

LCLD Diversity News Digest

Here you’ll find the latest diversity, equity, and inclusion news, resources, tips, and thought leadership, curated biweekly for today’s legal leaders—LCLD’s Members—and Diversity Professionals.

Please note: There will be no 9/28/22 issue of the Diversity News Digest. The newsletter will resume on 10/12/22.

On the Need for Equity in America

What ‘She-Hulk’ and ‘Partner Track’ Tell Us About Law Firms’ Diversity Problems

“Both star a woman lawyer working at an elite law firm. And in both instances, she is more competent, ethical, and hard-working than her white male counterparts, only to be slighted, excluded, or trotted out in a show of tokenism.”  Reuters

ABA, NBA Presidents on Black Legal Leadership: Is There a Shift?

For the first time, Black women lead both the ABA and NBA simultaneously. Hear from Deborah Enix-Ross and Lonita Baker on their roles, challenges they’ve faced, and the legal profession’s potential to press forward on justice.  Bloomberg Law

The Women of America Became Their Own Bosses During the Pandemic

Examining the causes, drawbacks, and benefits of the recent uptick in self-employment among women, especially women of color.  Fortune

DEI Development

Race, Culture, and Mental Health: How DEI Can Unlock Change

Three core actions to create a workplace that promotes good mental health for all through thoughtful and effective DEI initiatives.  HR Executive

How Companies Can Be Proactive—Not Reactive—on Social Issues

Four ways leaders can build equity and inclusion into their organizations, rather than falling back on short-term efforts.  Harvard Business Review

The Root Cause of DEI Burnout and How to Fight It

Unpacking six key causes of burnout among DEI leaders, from siloed workflows to lack of resources and authority.  Forbes

LCLD Leads on DE&I

DTO to Receive CLA’s Prestigious Diversity Award

“D&I initiatives are fine, but if you really want to have a diverse and inclusive organization, you must bake it into the DNA itself,” said DTO Law MP William Delgado in a recent interview.   DTO Law, Thrive Global

Law Firms Jockey to Help Companies Manage Diversity and Equity

How law firms like Paul Weiss, Covington & Burling, and WilmerHale are building specialized practices to assist companies like Amazon, Meta, Starbucks, Uber, Verizon, McDonald’s, Apple, and Microsoft in sweeping DEI reviews.  The Wall Street Journal

2022 Women, Influence, and Power in Law Awards

Eleven LCLD Fellows, one Pathfinder, and two Members—Nicole Kelsey of Amyris and Amaryah Bocchino of MG+M—were honored with this year’s WIPL Award.  Corporate Counsel

Leading for Tomorrow

​A Success Blueprint for the Modern General Counsel

The rapid changes over recent years have demonstrated the need for a new model for corporate legal leadership focused on “toggling seamlessly between technician and strategist.”  Corporate Counsel

Quiet Quitting Is About Bad Bosses, Not Bad Employees

Data on nearly 2,800 managers and 13,000 direct reports reveals the link between performance and relationships.  Harvard Business Review

Reimagining the Workplace

The Future of Meetings and Events

Sixteen ideas for activities, programs, and exercises to boost learning and engagement in the hybrid workplace.  Corporate Counsel

UPCOMING EVENTS
Members & Diversity Professionals

SEPTEMBER 22–23    ||   LCLD Members + Guests

13th Annual LCLD Membership Meeting

Register now to launch the next phase of Leaders at the Front: Transforming Tomorrow with your fellow Managing Partners and General Counsel, as well as our keynote speakers, Accenture CEO Julie Sweet and NYU Law professor Kenji Yoshino.

OCTOBER 5    ||   LCLD Community

Language of Leadership Series: Bob Johnson, USAA

Join us for a discussion between Robert Grey, LCLD President, and Bob Johnson, EVP, CLO & GC at USAA, on how leaders can use their personal commitments to DEI to drive change.  Register here.

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