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At BCG Attorney Search, we are committed to diversity. Our company understands that society is comprised of a variety of individuals with unique backgrounds, genders, nationalities, religions, orientations, beliefs, personalities, experiences, skills, talents, and perspectives. By welcoming, embracing, and celebrating diversity, we strengthen our company, our clients, and the legal profession.
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We believe that equality of opportunity is important as a principle, but we also appreciate that it is in the best interest of our company and the law firms and attorney candidates we serve. We thrive when we look past superficial distinctions and concentrate on the underlying merits of each person. In contrast, we limit ourselves and our potential when we narrow our vision.
BCG's commitment to diversity is a manifestation of BCG's commitment to excellence. We know we are better, stronger, and more effective when we value differences and work collectively to pursue first-class service, unparalleled work product, and outstanding results.
Class Divisions and Hierarchies within Major Law Firms
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: Learn more about how major law firms are divided into classes and hierarchies in this article. READ MORE >
What Happens to Pregnant Attorneys at Law Firms?
By David DorionSummary: How can pregnant women and new mothers get along in sexist law firms? READ MORE >
Diversity in the Legal World - The Big Picture
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: Learn why diversity in the legal world is so important and how companies and law firms are encouraging diversity through new and upcoming diversity programs. READ MORE >
How Law Firm Websites Influence Retention of Diverse Attorneys
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: A recent study showed how even law firm websites have an impact on the retention of diverse attorneys. Learn more in this article. READ MORE >
Helpful Diversity Resources
Summary: Learn more about BCG Attorney Search’s commitment to diversity and find some diversity resources about law firm and the legal profession. READ MORE >
Article type: Diversity
Can Rethinking the “Billable Hour” Lead to More Law Firm Gender Equality?
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: The billable hour has long been a staple of law firms, but it also appears to be hindering gender equality at major law firms. Learn more in this article. READ MORE >
Where Do Law Firms Stand When It Comes to Gender Equality?
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: Find out which major law firms are leading the way in 2017 in gender equality. READ MORE >
General Counsels Join Law Firm Diversity Movement: Corporate Clients Use Incentives and Punishments to Inspire Diversity and Inclusion
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: Find out how general counsels at major companies are pushing law firms to increase diversity and inclusion in this article. READ MORE >
Law Firms’ Continued Lack of Diversity: Scholars Provide Insight on Reasons and Solutions
By BCG Attorney SearchSummary: Law firms are striving to be more diverse but are facing challenges along the way. This article explains why these challenges happen and how law firms can overcome them. READ MORE >
Why Upper and Lower Class Attorneys Rarely Succeed in Law Firms: How Race and Class Often Hinder Law Firm Success
By Harrison Barnes, Managing Director
- Issues of class and race are just as strong in the legal profession as they are anywhere else in American society.
- Needless to say, class and race can play a large part in who gets hired and fired in today’s large law firms.
Summary: There is a major crisis facing American law firms that has been largely ignored by the legal profession. READ MORE >
Article type: Harrison's Perspectives, Diversity
Top 14 Ways Law Firms Can Recruit and Retain Minority Attorneys
By Harrison Barnes,Managing Director
Does your firm actively seek out minority applicants for attorney positions? If you are waiting for minority lawyers and law students to contact you, you may be waiting a long time. Given the small number of minorities in the practice and in law school, law firms must be proactive when seeking minorities. Take a close look at your firm's hiring practices. READ MORE >
How "Out" Should I Be on My Attorney Resume?
Click here to view a collection of attorney resume and cover letter resources written by experienced legal recruiters.
Question: I’m an openly gay, third year corporate associate currently working in a Top 10 AmLaw firm. I’m looking to lateral to another top firm. How “out” should I be on my resume? READ MORE >
Does 10 Years of Associate Experience Make a Lawyer Too Old in NYC?
By Danice Kowalczyk
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I am a 10th year practitioner in New York City, and, more recently, I've heard people say that I am ''past my prime.'' What does that mean, exactly? Am I not marketable anymore? READ MORE >
Women Lawyers and Marketing
Opportunities for women in law firms today abound and marketing is no different. However, there are several keys to success that are critical to incorporate into your personal game plan. This article will describe the new rules of law firm and lawyer marketing and the keys to your success in capitalizing upon them. READ MORE >
Becoming a Mother: Continuing to Care For Your Other Baby...Your Career
By Claudia Barnes, Managing DirectorLet me start this article off by talking about myself. I am the oldest of three and was probably the most ''driven'' and ''motivated'' of my siblings. Competitive by nature, I had to get straight A's in high school and college. An ''A-'' could bring me to tears. My drive, my need to succeed is what led me to apply to law school while in college (as a psychology major, I eventually ruled out PhD programs). Once I got into law school and knew where I was headed, I arrogantly declared to my friends I would be making over $100,000 a year before my 25th birthday. READ MORE >
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