We believe that a diversified workforce, where experiences and perspectives are many and varied, is a substantial benefit to our firm, our clients, and our communities. Not only does a strong commitment to diversity expand our talent pool, improve profitability, and respond to clients, it is the right thing to do.This dedication to increasing diversity in the legal profession has garnered prestigious recognition for Foley, including:
- Scored 100 percent on Human Rights Campaign's 2008 Corporate Equality Index, a report on LGBT benefits within corporate America
- Named a "2007 Best Law Firm for Women" by Working Mother magazine and Flex-Time Lawyers LLC in recognition of our commitment to the retention and advancement of women
- “Top 100 Law Firms for Diversity,” MultiCultural Law magazine (2005, 2007)
- “Top 25 Law Firms for Disabled Attorneys” and “Top 25 Law Firms for Gay/Lesbian Attorneys,” MultiCultural Law magazine (2006)
- Entrepreneurial Star Award from Business Women's Network and Diversity Best Practices for demonstrated and sustained commitment to advancing the role of women and diverse individuals in the workplace as well as in the business and civic communities (2006)
- Minority Corporate Counsel Association's prestigious Sager Award (2000)
- California Minority Counsel Program's 2006 Drucilla Stender Ramey Award for our strong and ongoing commitment to diversity
- Named among the top three law firms for women in Chicago, Presumed Equal: What America's Top Women Lawyers Really Think About Their Firms (2006)
- Named the top firm with the most female partners practicing in California, California Lawyer magazine (2005)
- Named among Bay Area firms and legal departments having the most women in management and women partners by the Bar Association of San Francisco's No Glass Ceiling Initiative (2005)
We are proud that our efforts have been recognized but refuse to rest on our laurels; we continue to strive for improvement. Read more about our Commitment to Diversity.
