Dec. 27, 2018
Recruiting diverse attorneys begins with building an inclusive law firm environment
Potential hires want to see a firm is advancing equal opportunity in all aspects of operations and practice, and taking concrete action to build a diverse workplace.
G. Michelle Ferreira
Shareholder
Greenberg Traurig LLP
Email: ferreiram@gtlaw.com
Michelle is co-managing shareholder of the firm's San Francisco Office and co-managing shareholder of the Silicon Valley Office. She counsels individuals, partnerships, estates and corporations in tax disputes with the Internal Revenue Service and state and local tax agencies, including the California Franchise Tax Board, the State Board of Equalization, the Employment Development Department and county assessment appeals boards.
Key to recruiting diverse attorneys is fostering an environment that supports and encourages diversity. Potential hires want to see a firm is advancing equal opportunity in all aspects of operations and practice, and taking concrete action to build a diverse workplace.
Firms cannot just say they are diverse and inclusive: they must demonstrate their intention through action. These actions can include: expanding relationships with min...
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