Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

To us, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) means ensuring access to employment opportunities for all our employees and is a core firm value that has been embraced by our firm’s leadership for decades. This means we look regularly at our processes; provide transparency; and focus on belonging to ensure equal employment opportunity for everyone.

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    Four Pillars

    Every action we are taking to realize our DEI core values connects to one or more of our four defined DEI pillars – our colleagues, our culture, our clients, and/or our communities.

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    Colleagues

    Efforts that are focused on identifying, supporting, and including all Jackson Lewis employees.

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    Culture

    Efforts that seek to define or expand Jackson Lewis’ culture of respect, fairness, access, learning, innovation, transparency and excellence.

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    Clients

    Efforts that address the needs of our clients and potential clients—organizations of varied size, sophistication, and industry—with a keen focus on providing best in-class client service.

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    Communities

    Efforts that respond to the myriad of external communities that Jackson Lewis serves, whether relating to the legal industry, business focused, or location centered. 

    "Realizing equal opportunities and access for all of our employees requires intentional and ongoing action by all of us."

    Kevin G. Lauri
    Firm Chair

    Attorney Resource Groups

    Our Attorney Resource Groups are another way we foster connections among our attorneys, provide for greater transparency on how we work, and foster inclusion for all.

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