DE&I Initiatives

Diversity Statement:

At Spotts Fain, we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We recognize the importance of each other’s varied backgrounds and experiences because we understand that, by having a culture that respects diversity and inclusivity, we are better citizens, better lawyers, and better equipped to serve our clients. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee meets frequently and is actively engaged in evaluating and enhancing our culture and practices to cultivate a workplace comprised of diverse thoughts and experiences.

Ways We Focus on DE&I:

A. Education & Conversation

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (“DE&I”) Committee is actively engaged in evaluating and enhancing our culture and practices to cultivate a workplace comprised of diverse thoughts and experiences. Education is key. We are dedicated to continuous learning and education on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create opportunities for all members of our firm to expand their understanding of diverse perspectives, histories, and experiences. Through training programs, workshops, seminars, and ongoing dialogue, we aim to cultivate a culture of awareness, empathy, and respect.

We offer periodic firmwide lunch discussions on key topics of interest to our attorney and non-attorney team members. Led by one or more members of the DE&I Committee, these discussions center around one or more articles that address aspects of DE&I. The topics of recent lunch discussions have included:

B. Training

We also provide training on DE&I issues. Recent training sessions have included:

  • Working Effectively on Multigenerational Teams by Michelle Galloway, Esq., of Cooley LLP (September 25, 2024)
  • Addressing Gender Bias in the Legal Profession by Michelle Galloway, Esq., of Cooley LLP (September 28, 2023)
  • Overcoming Implicit Bias in the Workplace by Michelle Galloway, Esq., of Cooley LLP (May 4, 2022)