Lawyers

Why Optics still matter?

In the age of Diversity and Inclusion it is easy to be confused or overwhelmed with what matters.  Do we count the numbers or not, if we have numbers then what’s the problem?  What is the difference between Diversity and Inclusion?  Is there a difference or is one the subset of another?  What is it…keep reading

TCDIP Featured Lawyer of the Month – Veena A. Iyer

Veena A. Iyer Attorney Nilan Johnson Lewis 6 Questions on how you got where you are today:   How did you do it?  I learned and continue to learn from an unbelievably talented group of colleagues who have taught me to be a trusted advisor, advocate, and partner to clients.  They also helped grow me…keep reading

Why personal “networking” still matters…

and I do not mean adding Friends or connections on LinkedIn! I cannot stress enough to all the young lawyers and law students I talk to about the importance of networking – not just online but in the flesh.  I am not saying that Facebook friends are unimportant or that keeping an up to date…keep reading

3 Key Ways to Leverage Your Diversity in Practice Membership

The New Year is a time of renewal and we are very thankful to all our members that this includes renewal of your membership in Diversity in Practice.  Of course, the success of any association depends on the continued active participation of its members.  This is particularly true for us when it comes to the…keep reading

DIVERSITY: 5 Tips to Doing Diversity Right

If you’re finding this blog and Twin Cities Diversity in Practice for the first time, you’re probably wondering, “Why do you do what you do?” We at Twin Cities Diversity in Practice know that diversity and inclusion in the legal profession is vital, not only for the health of the industry, but also to best…keep reading