Leadership

Where are all the Black and Hispanic Law Students…?

In the National Law Journal, Aaron Taylor, an assistant professor at the Saint Louis University School of Law, examined this question and his findings will surprise some but not all.  What he found was that a disproportionate number are at the lower tiered law schools and his analysis hits home with a conversation we just…keep reading

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

Why Sponsorship Matters…

Over the past eight years working here in the Twin Cities, I have seen significant progress in hiring and recruitment practices, which has helped bring a significant influx of young lawyers of color and women into our member firms and law departments.  But while we’ve shown it’s possible to attract talented and diverse lawyers to…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