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Culture of Inclusion
Initiatives
Networks
Women
By the Numbers
Recognition
Working Parents

Initiatives

At Paul, Weiss, diversity, equity and inclusion is central to every aspect of the firm’s culture and every point in the talent life cycle — from pipeline development and recruitment to promotion and advancement. Our diversity initiatives and programs aim to strengthen the inclusiveness of our firm’s culture and contribute to the diversity of the legal profession overall.

Events & Publications

Jennifer H. Wu to Speak on Fordham Law Panel on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Jan 19, 2022
Events

Jennifer H. Wu to Speak on Fordham Law Panel on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu will participate in a panel, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Big Law,” as part of the DEI Law In Practice Series at the Fordham University School of Law spring orientation for 1L students.

Jennifer H. Wu to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual NYSBA Women in Law Section Symposium

Jan 18, 2022
Events

Jennifer H. Wu to Deliver Keynote Speech at Annual NYSBA Women in Law Section Symposium

Litigation partner Jennifer H. Wu will deliver the keynote speech, “Raising Our Voices for Equity: Good Leadership and Leading for Good,” at the Women in Law Section's 18th Annual Edith I. Spivack Symposium during the New York State…

Liza Velazquez Quoted in ALM Corporate Counsel

Jan 12, 2022
Publications

Liza Velazquez Quoted in ALM Corporate Counsel

Litigation partner Liza Velazquez was quoted in an article, “Major Companies, Legal Chiefs Step Up to Support Equal Rights Amendment,” published in ALM Corporate Counsel.

Paul, Weiss Files Amicus Brief in D.C. Circuit on Behalf of a Broad Coalition of Businesses in Support of the Equal Rights Amendment

Jan 10, 2022
Firm News

Paul, Weiss Files Amicus Brief in D.C. Circuit on Behalf of a Broad Coalition of Businesses in Support of the Equal Rights Amendment

A group of 86 companies whose businesses span every sector of the U.S. economy have proudly come together as signatories to an amicus brief in the D.C. Court of Appeals in support of the certification of the Equal Rights Amendment as…

Alexia Korberg Featured on In Loco Parent(i)s Podcast

Jan 06, 2022
Publications

Alexia Korberg Featured on In Loco Parent(i)s Podcast

Litigation partner Alexia Korberg was interviewed on “In Loco Parent(i)s,” a podcast about lawyering and parenting hosted by Karen and Steve Vladeck.

Jeannie Rhee Speaks at NAPABA Convention on Her Pro Bono Achievements

Dec 11, 2021
Videos

Jeannie Rhee Speaks at NAPABA Convention on Her Pro Bono Achievements

Litigation partner Jeannie Rhee was honored with a Pro Bono Award at the 2021 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s Convention.

Lawrence Wee and Jennifer Wu Discuss Importance of Fairness and Equality at NAPABA Convention

Dec 11, 2021
Videos

Lawrence Wee and Jennifer Wu Discuss Importance of Fairness and Equality at NAPABA Convention

Paul, Weiss received the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)’s Law Firm Diversity Award. Corporate partner Lawrence Wee and litigation partner Jennifer Wu accepted the award on behalf of the firm at the 2021…

Laura Turano to Speak at WILEF Event on Work Life Integration

Dec 09, 2021
Events

Laura Turano to Speak at WILEF Event on Work Life Integration

Corporate partner Laura Turano will speak at a virtual event, “Work Life Integration: Obstacles and Remedies for Working Women Attorneys,” hosted by the Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF) East Young Lawyers Committee.

Jessica Carey to Speak at 2021 ChIPs Global Summit

Oct 28, 2021
Events

Jessica Carey to Speak at 2021 ChIPs Global Summit

Litigation partner Jessica Carey will participate in a panel, “What’s the Deal with Crypto? An Overview of the Digital Assets Revolutionizing Traditional Finance,” as part of the 2021 ChIPs Global Summit, which advances and connects…

Paul, Weiss Sponsors 2021 ChIPs Global Summit

Oct 27, 2021
Events

Paul, Weiss Sponsors 2021 ChIPs Global Summit

Paul, Weiss is a visionary sponsor of the 2021 ChIPs Global Summit, which advances and connects women in technology, law and policy.

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Awards & Recognition

Paul, Weiss Initiative, Colleague Connect Circles, Shortlisted for “Best Diversity Initiative” by The American Lawyer

Sep 30, 2021
Awards

Paul, Weiss Initiative, Colleague Connect Circles, Shortlisted for “Best Diversity Initiative” by The American Lawyer

Paul, Weiss is a finalist for “Best Diversity Initiative” as part of The American Lawyer’s 2021 Industry Awards. The firm is recognized for the creation last year of firm-wide Colleague Connect Circles, one of the largest initiatives…

Paul, Weiss Honored With NAPABA Law Firm Diversity Award

Sep 09, 2021
Awards

Paul, Weiss Honored With NAPABA Law Firm Diversity Award

Paul, Weiss received the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s Law Firm Diversity Award.

Jeannie Rhee Honored With NAPABA Pro Bono Award

Sep 09, 2021
Awards

Jeannie Rhee Honored With NAPABA Pro Bono Award

Litigation partner Jeannie Rhee was honored with National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award.

Paul, Weiss Ranked Third in The American Lawyer’s 2021 “A-List"

Aug 05, 2021
Awards

Paul, Weiss Ranked Third in The American Lawyer’s 2021 “A-List"

Paul, Weiss was ranked third out of 200 firms featured in The American Lawyer’s “A-List” for 2021.

Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification

Jul 13, 2021
Awards

Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification

For the seventh consecutive year, the Women in Law Empowerment Forum has awarded Paul, Weiss its Gold Standard Certification for the advancement and promotion of women lawyers.