The Diversity Issue | July 2017
In this issue of ABA Law Practice Today:
The impact of biases on human behavior may help explain why many large law firm diversity and inclusion programs have made little headway. Law firm diversity programs suffer from several common pitfalls. Here’show to identify and end them. If everyone is different (and they are), then inclusion is everyone’s business. Women and minority-owned law firms provide perspective on fighting implicit and explicit bias. The biggest culprit in the failure of law firm diversity and inclusion efforts is the one you don’t see: implicit bias. Instead of implicit bias, focus on actual behaviors to improve your diversity initiatives. The Hispanic Commission is increasing its role in public education and policy battles. Freelance attorneys offer firms as-needed capability, but firms must use caution in managing those relationships. These tips will help you abide by your obligations for safeguarding client funds. These four steps—two things to avoid, and two things to do—will help your firm make serious progress on retaining diverse lawyers. Tips on listening to and learning from your body and how it reacts to stress.Addressing Biases in Large Law Firms
Troubleshooting Law Firm Diversity Efforts
The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion for Attorney Wellness
Another Face of the Law
Find and Defeat Implicit Bias
Diversity Initiatives Need to Change in Light of Criticism
ABA Hispanic Commission: A Voice for the Underrepresented
Stay Ethical While Growing Your Firm
Important Lessons from Trust Accounting in One Hour for Lawyers
Four Things Law Firm Leaders Can Do About Diversity
How to Use Stress Before It Uses You