Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Weber Gallagher provides and promotes an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that we best serve our clients with our diverse team of people throughout our offices.

 

PBJ Award 2022

Weber Gallagher is committed to achieving and maintaining diversity, equity, and inclusion within its attorney and staff ranks and seeks to build on the foundation of inclusiveness established by the firm’s founders. A core value at Weber Gallagher is its belief that diversity, equity, and inclusion mean a total acceptance of the unique perspectives and experiences we all bring as we work to develop the best possible legal solutions for our valued clients. Real diversity, equity, and inclusion involve more than simply acknowledging differences. Weber Gallagher recognizes increases in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in recruitment, employment and retention will lend itself to sustainable progress and growth of the firm.

Our Diversity Initiatives Include:

    Awards & Community Involvement
    1. In 2023, Weber Gallagher held an inaugural Black History Month Essay Contest which asked students to share why the right to vote is important to them and all citizens in the United States. Approximately 20 students submitted essays and four winners were chosen and awarded the top prize.

    2. Weber Gallagher's Chief Marketing Officer received a 2022 Diversity in Business Award from the Philadelphia Business Journal

    3. Weber Gallagher participated in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Diversity & Inclusion Awards Gala.

    4. Weber Gallagher participated in Drexel University’s Kline School of Law’s Diversity & Inclusion Table Talk Program.

    5. Weber Gallagher participated in a breakfast at the Mid-Atlantic Region of the National Black Law Students Association (MABLSA) Mid-Atlantic Region conference held in Philadelphia.
    6. Weber Gallagher Scholarship presented to Angel Velez, Camden City, NJ, graduating senior.
    7. Weber Gallagher Scholarship presented to Cameron Klots, Camden City, NJ, graduating senior.
    8. Weber Gallagher Scholarship presented to Katherine Jacquez, Camden City, NJ, graduating senior.
    9. Weber Gallagher participated in the Garden State Bar Association’s scholarship to Kisha Jeanette Pinnock.
    10. Weber Gallagher Partner received the 2019 MBA Robert E. Slota, Jr. Award from the Montgomery Bar Association.
    11. Weber Gallagher Partner was named 2019 Diverse Attorney of the Year in NJ Law Journal’s third biannual award.
    12. New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement, Member
    13. Asian Pacific Bar Association, Member
    14. Hispanic Bar Association, Member
    15. Garden State Bar Association, Member
    16. Weber Gallagher hosted the Montgomery Bar Association Annual Robert E. Slota Summer 1-L Diversity Program.
    17. Hiring Committee members attend minority career fairs for all level positions.
    18. Weber Gallagher mentors and employs a diverse group of high school students to increase interest in pursuing a law firm career either as attorneys or staff members.

Speaking Engagements

  • 01.09.23"Taking Charge of Your Legal Career: Building a Roadmap for Your Success in Law," Weber Gallagher's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
  • 11.14.22"Creating an Inclusive Workplace," Weber Gallagher's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
  • 10.24.22"Bridging the Generation Gap in the Workplace," Weber Gallagher's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

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