Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Ogletree Deakins has a long-standing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It is not only a moral imperative, it is one of our core values and is essential to the growth and success of our firm and the quality of service we provide to our clients. DEI connects us to the communities in which we live and work and contributes to a more just society. We want to create an environment that fosters inclusion, collaboration, creativity, and stability for our attorneys and staff. Our people matter. Their stories matter. And our performance is stronger because of it. We are better together.
DEI Leadership
Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee
Led by Liz S. Washko (Managing Shareholder) and Lia Dorsey (Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer), the Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee (DISC) assists in the creation and implementation of the global diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy.
Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee Members
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ambassadors
Affinity Groups
Our Affinity Groups serve as vehicles to recruit, develop, retain, and advance members through mentorship, professional and business development opportunities, networking, and community service. Our affinity groups foster an environment of inclusion and belonging and enable members to celebrate culture and community.
Affinity Groups Leadership
Diversity Awards and Recognition
Ogletree Deakins achieved Mansfield Certification, administered by Diversity Lab
Read MoreOgletree Deakins named a “Best Law Firm for Women and Diversity” for the eighth time
Read MoreOgletree Deakins was ranked a Top Firm for Diversity by The American Lawyer
Read MoreOgletree Deakins wasOgletree Deakins was selected as a DEI Leadership Seal Bronze tier recipient of The State Bar of California’s DEI Leadership Seal program ranked a Top Firm for Diversity by The American Lawyer
Read MoreOgletree Deakins Named to Bloomberg Law’s 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Framework for the Fourth Time
Read MoreOgletree Deakins Recognized for “Tipping the Scales” Towards Gender Parity
Read MoreOgletree Deakins is one of only 32 U.S. law firms to be awarded the 2023 Gold Standard Certification from the Women in Law Empowerment Forum
Read MoreOgletree Deakins Belfast Centre achieved the Bronze Diversity Mark for our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Read MoreOgletree Deakins received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index (CEI)
Read MoreOgletree Deakins was named a 2022 Top Performer by the Leadership Counsel on Legal Diversity
Read MoreOgletree Deakins was recognized by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity with the Compass Award designation
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Practice Group
Diversity and Inclusion
The members of Ogletree Deakins’ Diversity and Inclusion Practice Group have extensive and unique experience assisting employers in the creation, implementation, and management of D&I programs, including conducting thorough analyses of diversity data and identifying meaningful metrics and benchmarks. Our attorneys have also advised employers on legal and compliance issues regarding D&I as well as defended employers when diversity practices are challenged. We also specialize in advising clients facing crisis situations involving serious and reputation-harming allegations of discrimination and harassment.
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