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Diversity Chair |
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| Diversity Chair Prefix | Kimberly Gatling (Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer) |
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Diversity Contact Information |
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| Diversity Contact Prefix | Jennifer Mencarini (Director of Diversity and Inclusion) |
| Diversity Contact First Name | Jennifer Mencarini (Director of Diversity and Inclusion) |
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| Link to your organization's diversity website | https://www.foxrothschild.com/firm/diversity-equity-inclusion |
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Recruitment methods |
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| Which of the following methods do you use to increase the presence and retention of under-represented groups? (Check all that apply) |
Diversity job fairs Outreach to law student groups Formal mentoring efforts Recruit at schools with large minority populations Firm diversity committee Recruit at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) |
| Comments |
Fox Rothschild celebrates diversity in the workplace. Our attorneys and staff value the opportunity to work with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. A diverse workplace makes us able to better understand our clients and enhances our workplace experience at the firm. Fox Rothschild continued our 1L Diversity Fellowship Program for the Summer of 2023. The program is open to first-year law students from historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession. The Fox Fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, strong interpersonal skills, entrepreneurial ambition, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts in the legal community.
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| Non-discrimination policy |
It is the policy of Fox Rothschild LLP to administer all of its policies and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or as otherwise required by applicable law. |
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Diversity fellowships or scholarships |
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| Does your organization or office sponsor/offer a Diversity Fellowship or Scholarship? | Yes |
| If yes, is the program open to | 1L |
| Please provide a brief description of the program |
As a part of the Firm's ongoing commitment to cultivate a diverse workplace that continually promotes opportunities for all, Fox Rothschild continued with our 1L Diversity Fellowship Program for the Summer of 2023. The Program is open to first-year law students from historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession. The Fellowship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, strong interpersonal skills, entrepreneurial ambition, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts in the legal community. Recipients receive a paid summer associate position in one of our offices, and a monetary award of up to $15,000. Recipients are also given the opportunity to participate in the LCLD 1L Scholars Program. |
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Affinity group information |
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| Does your organization or office have affinity groups? | Yes |
| If yes, please describe your affinity groups below | Women's Initiative; Diverse Attorney Group; LGBTQ & Allies Subcommittee |