Diversity Equity And Inclusion Committee

Committees

Fri, 2024-12-13

Mentorship plays a pivotal role in fostering professional growth, nurturing talent and driving organizational success. From establishing meaningful mentor/mentee relationships to fostering a culture of continuous learning, this panel will explore practical approaches and best practices for harnessing the power of mentorship in the workplace.

Sat, 2024-04-20

In a recent survey, 93% of people said that they have used the past year to reflect on their lives, and 88% said that the meaning of success had changed for them since the pandemic. Yet the number of lawyers suffering from depression, anxiety and substance abuse is greater than ever. How can we help others — and ourselves — navigate this dichotomy? What impact will this have on the ethics policies within the industry?

Wed, 2023-02-15

For all the efforts around interrupting bias and diversifying the legal profession, recent data shows that diversity continues to be a problem area in the insolvency industry. While the road to a more equitable legal profession is a long one, there are practical tools and best practices that individuals and organizations can utilize today to not only increase diversity among their attorney ranks, but also cultivate a culture of belonging within their spaces.

Mr. Michael L. Bernstein
Co-Chair
Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
North Bethesda, MD
(202) 942-5000

Ms. Shanti M. Katona
Co-Chair
Polsinelli
Wilmington, DE
(302) 333-2556

Mr. Michael L. Schuster, Esq.
Communications Manager
Polsinelli PC
Denver, CO
(720) 931-1188

Ms. Amber M. Carson
Education Director
Gray Reed
Dallas, TX
(469) 320-6199

Mr. Roger Maldonado, Esq.
Membership Relations Director
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath
Minneapolis, MN
(612) 766-7642

Mr. Jason D. Angelo
Newsletter Editor
Reed Smith LLP
Wilmington, DE
(302) 778-7570

Ms. Erin N. Brady
Special Projects Leader
Hogan Lovells US LLP
Los Angeles, CA
(310) 785-4604

Ms. Kimberly A. Posin
Special Projects Leader
Latham & Watkins
Los Angeles, CA
(213) 891-7322