—   Pride Month   —

June 5, 2024

On the Need for Equity in America

More than 40% of LGBTQ+ Workers Say They’ve Faced Prejudice at Work

PRIDE MONTH   But that doesn’t have to continue. Leaders can foster a more inclusive work environment by empowering employee-driven groups, developing a culture of respect, and fostering authentic allyship.  HR Dive

Unseen: Diverse Attorneys Detail Imbalances in Big Law

INCLUSIVE CULTURE   In a survey of over 600 diverse attorneys, a majority reported encountering bias at an Am Law 200 firm. Their experiences ranged from implicit bias to marginalization to “window dressing,” where diverse attorneys were asked to sit on a pitch but not assigned to the work.  Above the Law

DEI Support & Strategy

Gen Z and the LGBTQ+ Imperative: Profit and Progress Hinge on Workplace Inclusion

PRIDE MONTH   Each younger generation is twice as likely to identify as LGBTQ+ than previous generations, which means organizations should act now to create inclusive, safe workplaces for Gen Z. Here are six initiatives organizations can implement to invest in LGBTQ+ inclusion — and make sure they’re getting it right.  The Diversity Movement

Research: Why Companies Should Disclose Their Lack of Progress on DEI

DEI STRATEGY   Though it may seem counterintuitive, transparency around lagging diversity numbers can signal a sincere commitment to diversity and bolster trust. Still, in the long run, organizations must demonstrate visible progress and deliver on their DEI goals.  Harvard Business Review

Stop Overlooking the Leadership Potential of Asian Employees

DIVERSE LEADERSHIP PIPELINE   Studies show that Asian workers are the least likely among all racial groups to ascend to leadership roles. Implementing these five strategies can foster stronger leadership pipelines and more innovative, inclusive workplaces.  Harvard Business Review

Quality Development Programs Are Key to Law Firm Retention

TALENT DEVELOPMENT   64 percent of surveyed lawyers said they would likely accept a new role if it offered better development opportunities, which means high-quality development opportunities are crucial for recruitment and retention. However, only 56 percent of lawyers are happy with what’s available. Desirable programs should be relevant to the lawyer’s needs, build diverse skill sets, and nurture career-supporting relationships. Corporate Counsel

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What US Employers Need to Know

DEI STRATEGY   This year, the EEOC issued final regulations to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Here’s what leaders need to know about pregnancy accommodation and how to support pregnant workers.  Harvard Business Review

LCLD Leads on DEI

2024 Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity Winners

INCLUSIVE CULTURE   Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe was named the top law firm in Seramount’s 2024 Best Law Firms for Women and Diversity list. LCLD Members make up 41 of the 45 recognized firms, including the top 5: Orrick, Arnold & Porter, Crowell & Moring, Morrison Foerster, and Perkins Coie.  Seramount 

White & Case Wins Law Firm Diversity Award from Asian American Bar Association of New York

DIVERSE REPRESENTATION   White & Case won the 2024 AABANY Law Firm Diversity Award for the second time, reflecting their commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives and advancing AABANY’s mission of supporting AAPI lawyers in New York.  White & Case

Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month: Finding Community Through the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity

LCLD ENGAGEMENT   2021 Fellow Alyesha Asghar spoke with 2023 Pathfinders Alan Persaud and Grace Waddell about their experience in the Pathfinder Program on a recent episode of Littler’s Inclusion, Equity & Diversity podcast. When asked about their most meaningful takeaway, both agreed their experience was cathartic, emphasizing the importance of interpersonal connection.  Littler

Leading for Tomorrow

Why Legal Departments That Thrive — Like Microsoft’s — Never Stop Succession Planning

SUCCESSION PLANNING   “For every one of my leads, I have a succession plan, and I specifically asked them to identify who they think is going to be potentially their replacement for their role,” said Microsoft CLO Hossein Nowbar. To hear more of Hossein’s insights on inclusive leadership, tech regulation, and more, join us for his Language of Leadership webinar on July 10.  Corporate Counsel

for LCLD Members & Diversity Professionals

JUNE 26 @ 2:00 PM ET  |  LCLD Community  |  virtual

Language of Leadership with Mike Hankinson

Join LCLD for a candid conversation with Mike Hankinson, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal & Compliance Officer at Delta Dental.

In this installment of LCLD President Robert Grey’s webinar series, Robert and Mike will discuss how leaders can use their personal commitments to DEI to drive change. Q&A to follow.

JUNE 27 @ 1:00 PM ET  |  LCLD Members & Diversity Professionals  |  virtual

Leaders at the Front: Better Than Before: A Mid-Year Update

This customized, interactive webinar series will explore the evolving legal landscape for workplace DEI initiatives.

We invite LCLD Members and their DEI advisors to join Kenji Yoshino, Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law at NYU School of Law, and David Glasgow, Executive Director of the NYU Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, for an analysis of the state of DEI work one year after the Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision.

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