Disabled But Equal
Bloomberg Law
Bloomberg Law
David Cross authored an article for Bloomberg Law about his experience as a lawyer with a disability, as well as the lack of disability representation in the legal industry and the steps firms and leadership can take to break down the barriers that lawyers with disabilities face.
“The legal industry has made tremendous strides in shattering glass ceilings and opening doors that historically were closed to many for reasons having nothing to do with their talent or qualifications,” David wrote. “But more is needed, especially for those of us with disabilities. No person’s dreams should be out of reach simply because of their gender, the color of their skin, the person they love, or the limits of their abilities, as long as they can do what’s required of them. Nor should anyone be left behind in the continuing pursuit of equality. Many of us are disabled. But we’re no less equal than those who aren’t. And that’s what matters.”
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