TESTIMONIES: WORDS FROM ILLINOIS’ LEADING LAW FIRMS
“Latham & Watkins has a long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion, and we are thrilled to once again be recognized by Equality Illinois. This commitment enables us to offer clients the most innovative legal solutions and to recruit the best lawyers in the world, and it’s part of the very fabric of our firm’s culture.” - Brad Kotler, Chicago, Managing Partner
“Hinshaw is honored and delighted to be recognized again by Equality Illinois. At Hinshaw we keep our goals of equality and inclusion in mind as we make decisions in all aspects of law firm life. We are proud to support Equality Illinois as they continue their fight to end all types of discrimination against LGBT individuals.” - Todd Young, Head/Chair of Hinshaw’s LGBT Affinity Network
“We strive to create and maintain a diverse and inclusive firm environment in which different perspectives are valued. Marshall Gerstein promotes equal treatment of LGBT lawyers and staff through internal initiatives and by supporting the LGBT legal community at large.” - Sharon M. Sintich, Ph.D., Partner, Co-Chair of the Firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee
"Morgan Lewis is dedicated to maintaining LGBT equality in all facets of the community through our policies, practices, and benefits. Our Diversity & Inclusion Committee, which works to promote diversity and inclusion initiatives across the firm, is just one example of how we draw on a variety of viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds to maintain an equal workplace." - Scott Schutte, Chicago Office Managing Partner
“Sidley is pleased to once again be recognized by Equality Illinois for our strong support of LGBT rights and our own LGBT lawyers. We take great pride in the best practices we have in place to support our LGBT lawyers and ensure that Sidley is a firm where they can advance their legal careers.” - Pran Jha, Sidley Partner and Chair of Sidley’s Chicago Diversity Committee “We are honored to be among the top law firms recognized by Equality Illinois. At Perkins Coie, demonstrating our commitment to the LGBT community is a firmwide effort. We are proud of the work we have done and of this prestigious accolade.” - J. David Larsen, Partner “At Chapman, workplace equality is a core value we live by, both in and out of the office. Our dedication to diversity and inclusion enhances our ability to serve our clients and provides a strong platform for growth and advancement among the attorneys and support professionals within our firm." - Tim Mohan, Chief Executive Partner, Chapman and Cutler LLP
“Each year Kirkland continues to create new opportunities and programs for our diverse attorneys. Our commitment to diversity includes creating an environment where LGBT attorneys can thrive.” - Russell King, Partner “McDermott is deeply committed to building on the tremendous progress that LGBT Americans have made in the fight for full equality and acceptance. Through pro bono advocacy, community service and outreach, charitable contributions and fair and inclusive workplace policies, we continue to focus on eradicating discrimination for the benefit of our firm, our clients, and our communities.” - Michael W. Weaver, Partner-in-Charge for LGBT Diversity and Inclusion
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