This program will address the underrepresentation of diverse groups within the legal field. It will inform the attendees that by raising awareness of DEI, improving recruitment and retention practices, providing education and training, fostering networking opportunities, advocating for policy changes, and conducting internal data collection related to DEI, it is possible to create a legal profession that is representative of the diverse communities that law firms serve.

Recognizing the importance of diversity in fostering equality, inclusivity, and access to justice, this program will discuss implementing strategies and initiatives to promote a more diverse and inclusive legal profession. Specifically, the program will address initiatives that challenge biases and stereotypes, recruitment and retention practices within law firms, the need for ongoing education and training to promote DEI and cultural competency to prepare legal professionals for interactions in a diverse and multicultural society, and the importance of data collection and research to understand the current state of a law firms DEI program to ensure the maximum success of its DEI program.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Addressing the underrepresentation of diverse groups within the legal field
• How to create a legal profession that is representative of the diverse communities that law firms serve
• Strategies and initiatives to promote a more diverse and inclusive legal profession

Date / Time: August 2, 2023

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