How Some BigLaw Firms Are Moving the Needle on Diversity
Law360
Law360
Natalie Kernisant spoke to Law360 about the importance of diversity in BigLaw, and how Morrison Foerster – which topped the publication’s Diversity Snapshot ranking of firms with more than 600 attorneys – has continued to make strides towards greater diversity and inclusion.
According to Natalie, firm leaders need to show up to diversity events, amplify diverse voices within the firm, and engage with attorneys from different backgrounds, as commitment and engagement from firm leadership is one of the most important and effective elements of improving a firm’s diversity.
Natalie added that firm chair Larren Nashelsky attends nearly all of MoFo’s diversity-related events and encourages other firm leaders to make diversity a priority. “That goes a long way, not only for him to educate himself and raise awareness around some of the issues that these communities face, but also just in terms of symbolism for the firm and making it a priority,” she said.
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