Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Shipman strives to achieve a workplace that is reflective of the clients we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We support ongoing initiatives to recruit, mentor and retain a diverse team of lawyers and staff. We sponsor organizations and develop events that share perspectives and raise awareness of diversity issues facing organizations and the community. We serve as leaders and partner with others to increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the legal profession. In 2022, Shipman announced a three-year $225K commitment to the National Legal Aid and Defender Association (NLADA). The partnership with NLADA is part of a sustained commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion that is central to Shipman’s strategic growth and success.
Our Commitment
Shipman is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within the firm, the legal profession and the community. We value the unique backgrounds and distinct contributions of all individuals; our deep commitment is reflected in our efforts to promote understanding, advancement and empowerment.
Our focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is top down and throughout the firm. Our engaged and energetic Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee consists of partners, associates and staff. A number of our lawyers participate in affinity bar organizations, including leadership roles. We recognize the individuals who contribute to the firm’s diversity mission and give billable hour credit for work that furthers the firm’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Our client teams are diverse, and we are committed to providing all of our lawyers with new opportunities as appropriate.
Shipman has participated in Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule since 2019, and earned Mansfield Certification Plus status in 2023-24. Additionally, Shipman was recognized as one of Diversity Labs’ “Early Adopters,” a designation for firms that have achieved certification and remained committed for 5-6 years.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is a core value of the firm, and participation in this important initiative ensures that we are being consistently and consciously inclusive when making hiring, promotion and other critical organizational and business decisions.
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee collaborates with firm management and other key members of the firm to emphasize action. The DEI Committee is focused and responsive, and shares the following mission:
- Support ongoing initiatives to recruit, mentor and retain a diverse team of lawyers and staff.
- Sponsor organizations and develop events that share perspectives and raise awareness of diversity, inclusion and equity issues facing organizations and the community.
- Partner with others to increase diversity in the legal profession.
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader
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Alfredo G. Fernández 860.251.5353 |
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