Creating DEI content is one thing, but setting actionable DEI goals and holding your firm accountable is another. For example, at MMM, we've created partnerships with our clients to strengthen diversity initiatives at both organizations. Our firm partnered with Norfolk Southern to offer a law fellowship that provides the opportunity for a diverse first-year law student to participate in MMM's summer associate program and then spend two weeks with Norfolk's legal department. The first year was a great success and we are interviewing candidates for this summer soon!
According to law firms surveyed by Greentarget, DEI is the most in-demand topic for educational materials and content, with 69% of firms surveyed saying it was their top area of interest among clients. There’s also room for more content to be produced. Only 82% of firms produce content related to DEI issues in general, as opposed to content related to what their firm is doing specifically.
