Dechert Signs ABA Pledge for Change: Disability Diversity in the Legal Profession

 
December 19, 2022

As part of the firm’s commitment to fostering a more diverse workplace, Dechert has signed the American Bar Association’s “Pledge for Change: Disability Diversity in the Legal Profession.” The pledge is aimed at formally affirming the commitment of a law firm to diversity, specifically disability diversity, and recognizing that it is in the best interest of both the firm and the legal profession as a whole to partake in these efforts. The pledge also announces that signatories will encourage others in the legal industry to make the same commitment.

According to Dennis Schmelzer, associate and Co-chair of Dechert’s Disability Affinity Group, “We could not be more proud to see Dechert joining the ABA’s Pledge for Change. Our Disability Affinity Group was established in 2021 to build awareness and advocacy around disability inclusion issues. We also advise the firm on how to maintain an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued for their ability to contribute to the firm’s mission, regardless of personal challenges.” The Disability Affinity Group provides support for disabled attorneys and staff, as well as those with disabled family members who may need special care. The group also aims to increase the firm’s recruitment, retention and promotion of disabled lawyers and staff, in line with existing commitments made by the firm to work towards a diverse, inclusive and healthy workplace for all of its employees.

Partner Abbi Cohen, who signed the pledge on behalf of the firm also commented, “Signing the Pledge for Change just reinforces the progress the firm is making in this area and provides yet another reason why Dechert has been recognized by its own employees as a great place to work.”

To learn more about Dechert’s diversity and inclusion initiatives, please click here.

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