By: Rafiq J. Robinson This blog post features a Duane Morris staff member in celebration of Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to recognize and appreciate the impact of the contributions and accomplishments Black/African Americans have made
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion blog published by Duane Morris LLP explores topics related to cultural diversity, equity initiatives, and inclusive practices within the legal profession and broader society. It features personal stories and reflections from staff members on issues such as racial history, LGBTQ+ experiences, and the significance of various cultural identities. The blog highlights the firm's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and addresses social justice themes, celebrating milestones like Black History Month and Pride Month. It serves as a platform for dialogue on the challenges and progress in achieving equity and inclusion in legal and community contexts.
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Something To Be Proud Of
By C. Todd Norris I attended my first Pride celebration in Minneapolis in 1992 just before starting law school at the University of Minnesota. Then, I thought of it more as an act of defiance than a celebration. I…
Better Together
By Raylene Espitia This blog post features a Duane Morris staff member in celebration of Pride Month. Greetings! I come in peace and I am here to share a little bit about me. My name is Raylene (or Ray –…
Pride and Privilege
By Kristopher W. Peters Grappling with your sexual orientation isn’t really fun, easy, convenient, or conducive to long-term happiness. At least for me it wasn’t. I’d characterize the whole experience as rather anxiety-inducing and stressful. I’m sure many of…
What Being Asian American Means to Me
By Grace Sur I got on my first airplane right before my 백일, 100th day birthday, which is historically a big day in Korea as it marks the survival of a baby in a country that endured brutal colonialism…
How Being an Asian American Lawyer Has Impacted My Practice
Shireen Y. Wetmore One of the great things about being Pakistani American is that I was blessed with the richness of growing up with many of my father’s cultural influences. Some of those fit classic stereotypes. For example, I…
What it means to be an LGBTQ+ ally?
By Michael R. Futterman I don’t know if I am a good ally or if I am making a difference. And I know I still have a lot of work to do. But, I can tell you what I…
Bring Your Whole Self
By Edward Cramp Clients of the Duane Morris law firm deserve the very best legal representation. It does not matter what kind of client they are. We have clients of all shapes and sizes. Some are publicly traded companies with…