Vault Best Law Firms for Diversity
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What It Is: This ranking is based on each firm associates’ ranking of how the firm does at creating, maintaining, and fostering a diverse workforce.
Why It Matters To You: Associates rate their own firms on how effective they are at fostering a diverse working environment.
Considerations: The ranking includes separate categories for diversity as it relates to minorities, women, LGBT individuals, individuals with disabilities, and military veterans. The formula weighs the five categories evenly for their overall ranking.
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Key Sample Findings
2019 Rankings: Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP ranks at the top.
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Previous Years: 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
Diversity for Individuals with Disabilities: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
Diversity for Minorities: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
Diversity for Women: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
LGBT Diversity: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
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