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What 2 Rulings On Standing Mean For DEI Litigation

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Two recent federal court decisions shed new light on the ongoing wave of challenges to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision one year ago in Students for Fair Admissions v....more

Fenwick & West LLP

The Future of DEI Shareholder Proposals

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Following the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter protests against racial inequity in 2020, many companies increased their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), as well as their external...more

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Webinar: Is Your DEI Policy Setting You Up for a Lawsuit?

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This webinar addresses the legal challenges presented by harassment, reverse discrimination and Section 1981 claims, among others, as well as various defenses and measures your team can take to reduce the risk of legal...more

Jenner & Block

[Ongoing Program] CLE Relay – Session 2 – One Year Later: DEI in a Post-SFFA World - May 17th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PDT

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Challenges to corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have gained momentum over the past year. As challengers refine their legal strategies, companies need a new playbook to protect and improve their DEI programs...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

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

DEI Quiz!

What's legal, and what's not? Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in employment are increasingly being challenged in the courts. How much do you know about the legalities? Take our quiz and find out! This is a hard...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP - MoFo+

Celebrating Black History Month: A Conversation With Anita Hill

MoFo continued its celebration of Black History Month by hosting a fireside chat with Washington, D.C. partner Val Dahiya and guest speaker Anita Hill. A Brandeis University Professor of Law, Social Policy & Women’s and...more

Conn Kavanaugh

Supreme Court Decision May Impact Your Company’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives

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The U.S. Supreme Court recently held that it is illegal to consider race in college admissions decisions. While the decision did not apply to employers, employers should be aware that the decision is being used as a roadmap...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

The Future of DEI and Reverse Discrimination Suits

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The Legal Landscape - As we reviewed in earlier posts, the Supreme Court’s June 2023 decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College (SFFA) promised to be a game changer not just...more

Leopard Solutions

Diversity, Equity, and inclusion (DEI) in Need of Focus

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There has been much reporting that despite law firms' efforts in enhancing their diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the results are mixed across firms. The industry has historically suffered from a lack of...more

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Racial Equity Audits: Now is the Time to Learn More

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A growing number of organizations have experienced pressure (often from corporate and activist shareholders) to conduct racial equity audits of their employment practices. Even though racial equity audits, also known as civil...more

King & Spalding

A National Call for Equity

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Shifting from Diversity and Inclusion to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace - Given the events related to the tragic death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and countless others in May 2020 and...more

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How Law Firms Are Doing with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: What Does the 2022 Data Show?

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Law firms have made strides in diversity, equity, and inclusion—but where do they stand in 2022, and where can they go from here? Year after year, our data has shown marginal progress in improving diversity at major U.S....more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

The “S” in ESG: Tying Compensation To DEI Goals

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As companies plan and strategize about next steps regarding the “S” of ESG, i.e., Social initiatives, we are often asked about best practices in promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals in the workplace....more

Mintz

The Value of Inclusive Leadership

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A foundational component of corporate diversity, equity and inclusion programs is fostering an inclusive environment. A core question in building that environment and the corporate culture that supports it is: What is...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Webinar] DEI in Health Care: Turning a Heavy Topic into a Manageable Lift - August 30th, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm CDT

Learning Objectives: This presentation offers attendees – regardless of which sector of the health care industry or other industry they operate within: - an introduction to the topic of health inequity, with particular...more

Furia Rubel Communications, Inc.

Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone to Grow with David Hubbard, Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Verizon

In this episode of On Record PR, Jennifer Simpson Carr goes on record with David Hubbard, Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Verizon, to discuss what it takes to build an inclusive and authentic workplace....more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Spotlight Series "The Importance of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Tax Law"

In the latest episode of Skadden's tax podcast "GILTI Conscience," hosts Nate Carden and David Farhat talk with associates Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor about Black identity and lawyering, particularly among tax...more

Legal Internet Solutions Inc.

5 Ways to Foster Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Within Your Firm

Like our law firm clients, Team LISI is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) practices. Diversity includes individuals of different ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages,...more

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Workplace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion: Data Privacy and Security Issues

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In the last decade, organizations of varied industries and sizes have heightened their focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and, since 2020, DEI has become a top priority. COVID-19 pandemic realities,...more

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Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Training for Boards – Not Just a Compliance Exercise

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“The most powerful leadership tool you have is your own personal example.” John Wooden- Boards play a pivotal role in establishing an organization that champions, highlights, and capitalizes on diversity, inclusion and...more

Hanzo

How Can We Celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion This Holiday Season?

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In the wake of the ongoing social justice crisis in the United States, Hanzo—like many companies—has been reevaluating its policies and practices around diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the end-of-year holiday season...more

A&O Shearman

Corporate Governance & Executive Compensation Survey 2021 - 19th Annual Survey of the 100 Largest U.S. Public Companies

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Today, Shearman & Sterling released its 19th annual Corporate Governance & Executive Compensation Survey, which finds that the boards of directors of the largest 100 U.S. companies have maintained their strong focus on...more

McGlinchey Stafford

Equity and Codeswitching in the Workplace [More with McGlinchey, Ep. 27]

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It’s been proven that equity in the workplace is an asset for both businesses and their employees because it encourages innovation, creativity, and empathy. Yet the journey through diversity efforts towards equity and...more

Woods Rogers

[Event] 2021 Labor & Employment Law Review & Update - October 6th, Norfolk, VA

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A program for CEOs, Managers, In-House Counsel, and Human Resource Professionals. The post-pandemic workplace is full of challenges, both old and new, in the HR realm. Our attorneys will be providing a full day of...more

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