Practice Details
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Intentional attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is essential to promote workplace cohesion, attract and retain talent, create business opportunities, and comply with the law. Our attorneys in the DE&I practice group have extensive experience assisting employers of all sizes, including companies and educational institutions, in the creation, implementation, and management of DE&I efforts.
The DE&I practice group assists employers with the following:
1. DE& I Assessments
- Drafting and analyzing the results of climate surveys
- Formulation of proactive strategies to enhance D&I programs
- Facilitation of workplace DE&I town halls and/or employee discussion groups
2. DE&I Program Development and Implementation
- Advising on the creation of employee resource groups
- Drafting related policies, communications, and materials
- Creating processes for gathering feedback and diversity data
- Guiding public relations, governmental, philanthropic, and community engagement
3. DE&I Legal Counseling
- Counseling clients on legal issues related to D&I programs and initiatives, including best practices to prevent and defend claims
- Evaluating and assessing D&I programs for legal risks and providing advice on risk-reduction measures
4. DE&I Training
- Customized unconscious bias and microaggressions training
- One-on-one DE&I focused leadership training