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Immigrants Helped To Become Citizens From Coast To Coast

In a fitting prelude to Independence Day, when many Americans come together to celebrate their nation, a group of dedicated MoFo attorneys assisted 61 individuals on both coasts in completing applications to become...more

Baker Donelson

Tips for Building a Legacy, Ten Minutes at a Time

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I have a confession to make. During my 28 years of practicing law, I never intentionally thought about "building a legacy." For me, the type of people who build legacies are trailblazers who endure great hardship and make...more

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Why This "Non-Lawyer" Stands with the ABA

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Seasoned marketing and BD executive Jasmine Trillos-Decarie with a perspective on the critical importance of supporting the ABA today. Spoiler alert: rule of law matters....more

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How to Build a Legacy by Asking, "What's Next?"

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When I was asked to write about my legacy, my first reaction was, am I old enough for that? But then I thought about the hip replacement I had last year. I've been going through old files and boxes lately, finding things...more

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Baker's Dozen: What Does Leaving a Legacy Mean to You?

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What does it mean to leave a legacy? For some, it’s about mentorship and creating opportunities for those who follow. For others, it’s about building relationships, shaping a culture of inclusion, or making a lasting impact...more

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Common Ground: Finding Unity Through Shared Journeys

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Our "Common Ground" series this year has highlighted the unexpected similarities between colleagues from different backgrounds, fostering a unique connection across diverse experiences and perspectives. Through conversations...more

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Common Ground

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Allison Kennington and Kylei Sarwar were summer associates at Baker Donelson who volunteered to participate in an episode of Diversity Ever After, Baker Donelson’s D&I podcast. They had not met previously but during the...more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Diana Borgas

We are pleased to spotlight Diana Borgas this month! Diana is a Senior Patent Agent in the Biotechnology Practice in our Boston office. How long have you been at Wolf Greenfield? I have been at Wolf Greenfield for nine...more

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Diversity Matters Newsletter Summer 2024 Edition

“Nothing worth having comes easy.” -President Theodore Roosevelt Working towards real diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace should not be easy. In fact, it should be an uncomfortable, arduous journey where...more

International Lawyers Network

Combating Biases: Supporting Women in the Workplace Beyond Motherhood

Reading this article was a powerful and emotional experience. Sometimes, we know certain truths, but seeing them confirmed with actual data can be both validating and heartbreaking....more

Baker Donelson

Common Ground

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Baker Donelson Associate Cassandra Horton connected recently with Shareholder and Chair of the Firm's Corporate Group Sebastian Meis to explore areas of common ground they share across their different roles and backgrounds....more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Colin Buss

We are pleased to spotlight Colin Buss this month! Colin is a Patent Agent in the Biotechnology practice group and works in our New York office. How long have you been at Wolf Greenfield? Four and a half years as of the...more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Meaghan Luster

We are pleased to spotlight Meaghan Luster this month! Meaghan is an Associate in the Litigation Practice and works in our Boston office....more

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C.

Diversity & Inclusion Employee Spotlight: Heather DiPietrantonio

We are pleased to spotlight Shareholder Heather DiPietrantonio this month! Heather works in the Biotechnology group in our Boston office....more

Lighthouse

In Conversation, Women Shaping the Future of Legal: Irene Fiorentinos and Amanda Jones

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As part of our new series, In Conversation, Women Shaping the Future of Legal, leading women in the legal industry discuss how diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts can help improve work and the world. By sharing personal...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Introducing Gen Z: Understanding the New Generation of Lawyers and How Their Perspective Could Shift Workplace Norms

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On today’s episode, Rachel Moseson Dikovics, Amanda K. Cipriano, Claire Dronzek, and Lauren Russell discuss Gen Z’s perspective of young lawyers on issues such as work-life balance, organizational values, and mentorship. They...more

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CMO Series REPRESENTS - Terra Davis of Knobbe Martens on Fostering Psychological Safety, Inclusion and Belonging

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In this episode of the CMO Series REPRESENTS Podcast, Yasmin Zand is lucky to sit down with Terra Davis, Chief Diversity & Talent Development Officer at Knobbe Martens. Terra joins the series to share her journey, why she...more

McGlinchey Stafford

Why We Pursued Mansfield Certification

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Readers have likely heard about Diversity Lab’s “Mansfield Rule” Certification process, which aims to “boost and sustain diversity” in legal leadership. As a firm that has always sought diverse candidates for open positions...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] Drug & Medical Device Litigation - December 5th - 6th, New York, NY

Hosted by American Conference Institute, the 28th Annual Conference on Drug & Medical Device Litigation returns for another exciting year with curated programming and networking opportunities with 400+ industry...more

International Lawyers Network

Championing Equity and Inclusion: Reflections on DEI Initiatives and Building Inclusive Company Cultures

If you’re connected to me on LinkedIn, you know that one of my favorite places to find thoughtful content about doing business in the modern world is Harvard Business Review. Not only do they offer articles that make me think...more

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Charting Paths to Inclusion: How Business Development Skills Drive Diversity in the Legal Profession

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The time is now for legal leaders to invest in and prioritize the cultivation of business development skills among their attorneys as an integral component of their diversity and inclusion strategies....more

International Lawyers Network

Client Centricity in Practice - Part Two

Last week, we brought you part one of our session from Rio, “Client Centricity in Practice,” moderated by Melissa Kanô and Alexandre Pessoa of KLA Advogados, who were joined by Waldemar Thiago Junior, Vice President, Managing...more

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Driving DEI Change in a Law Firm

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Diversity and inclusion must be deeply embedded within the fabric of a law firm’s culture. Sheenika Gandhi with a perspective, in response to a recent LACBA conference....more

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DEI Takeaways from the 3rd Virginia State Bar Diversity Forum

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On April 21, 2023, Sands Anderson attended the Virginia State Bar’s Third Annual Forum on Diversity in the Legal Profession. This well-attended program provided dynamic speakers focused on the topic of diversity, equity, and...more

International Lawyers Network

Law Firm ILN-telligence Podcast | Episode 66: Cosmina Romelia Aron & Ioana Sebestin-Nazaru, PETERKA & PARTNERS | Romania

Cosmina Romelia Aron and Ioana Sebestin-Nazâru are partners with PETERKA & PARTNERS in Romania, where they represent the ILN. In this episode, Lindsay discusses with Cosmina and Ioana the adaptability that having a diverse...more

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