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Blog Archives
Creating Inclusive Law Firms in Modern Times
January 12, 2024
Diversity Lab CEO Caren Ulrich Stacy will be speaking at the ALAS Conference in a panel entitled “How to Stay Calm and Carry On with DEI.” She’ll be discussing how law firms can create inclusive cultures in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision on Students for Fair Admission.
Understanding Bias and Navigating Challenges to DEI in 2024
January 11, 2024
Valerie Portillio, Director of Legal Department and Firm Integration at Diversity Lab, joins Skadden labor and employment attorneys for a discussion on implicit bias, best practices in diversity, equity and inclusion, and the current DEI landscape on the heels of the Supreme Court’s SFFA decision.
NALSC Conference: Trends in Diversity
January 9, 2024
Diversity Lab CEO Caren Ulrich Stacy joins a team of experienced thought leaders in the legal recruiting and DEI space to share her expertise on trends in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and well-being in the legal industry. These panelists will share practical tips for sourcing, presenting, and recruiting top talent, and leaning into courageous conversations
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ChIPs HQ Presents: Law Firms Learnings
January 9, 2024
In June, the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, leading many law firms to evaluate their workplace DEI efforts. Join representatives from ChIPs Honor Roll Law firms and Diversity Lab’s own Caren Ulrich Stacy as they share their reactions to the current anti-DEI rhetoric and lawsuits, how each firm’s interactions with clients
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Empowering Every Mind: Neurodiversity’s Role in Inclusion
November 17, 2023
DEI efforts are crucial to creating a safe and engaging work environment. Building upon their successes in other areas, law firms and law schools are now asking how they can better support neurodivergent lawyers and law students. In this interactive session at the 2023 Professional Development Institute conference, panelists, including Diversity Lab’s Courtney Munnings, will
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Fierce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Forum
November 6, 2023
The Fierce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Forum is back again this year. Join Diversity Lab’s Valerie Portillo, Director of Legal Department & Law Firm Integration, for a fireside chat with Michelle Benz about the benefits of implementing a system-wide equity strategy for companies in the life sciences space. Register here.
Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work in the Wake of SFFA
October 25, 2023
The Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions dealt a serious blow to our country’s efforts to close the racial educational gap. The ripple effects from this decision will inevitably be felt beyond college campuses and is already spurring questions in the workplace. How does the Students for Fair Admissions decision affect diversity, equity,
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Snapchat DEI Innovation Summit: Keep Calm and Carry on (Legally) With DEI
October 17, 2023
The anti-DEI rhetoric and lawsuits following the June 2023 SCOTUS ruling to curb affirmative action are having a chilling effect in corporations, academia, and beyond. Caren Ulrich Stacy will join Laura Maechtlen — a nationally recognized labor and employment lawyer — and offer practical guidance for leveling the playing field to ensure qualified talent has
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The Social Pillar: ESG’s Impact on Legal Workforce
October 5, 2023
Social responsibility is no longer optional, understanding the ‘S’ in ESG is crucial for the legal workforce. This session, moderated by Diversity Lab’s Leila Hock, will discuss the social component of ESG, exploring its far-reaching implications for workforce management, diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement within law firms. Learn more here.
U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action & Its Impact on DEI in Law
August 24, 2023
Host: NY State Bar Association Diversity Lab Speaker: Caren Ulrich Stacy