Top of page Davis Polk Search Breadcrumb About Us Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Snippet Diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas is a core value that enriches our workplace – and enhances our ability to provide creative solutions tailored to our clients’ most challenging business needs. Our inclusive culture and commitment to equitable systems strengthen our connections to each other and to our clients. About us “Diversity is a key business priority that is central to how we work. Our goal is to create an inclusive, psychologically safe culture where everyone has a sense of belonging and the opportunity to succeed.” – Francine Rosado-Cruz Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer News Cards News Homepage display title Davis Polk honored at Euromoney Women in Business Law Awards See update News Homepage display title Davis Polk named a “Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality” See update News Homepage display title Davis Polk lawyers named LCLD Fellows and Pathfinders See update News Homepage display title Firm achieves WILEF “Gold Standard Certification" See update Our approach Component Header Text Diverse talent Column 1 We gain a competitive advantage thanks to the creativity and superior problem-solving that diverse perspectives have been proven to deliver. We want our lawyers to reflect the diversity of our communities, our clients and the world. We represent diversity of gender identity, ethnicity, LGBTQ+ status, ability, place of origin, language, educational background, socioeconomic status, non-legal expertise and experience, and more. Column 2 We participate in the following pipeline programs to identify and recruit outstanding aspiring lawyers from untapped communities: 1L LCLD Scholars Program AnBryce Scholars Program Legal Outreach Sponsors for Educational Opportunity Prep for Prep Thurgood Marshall Summer Law Internship Program Component Header Text Equitable systems Column 1 We are committed to ensuring equity of opportunity within the firm, from recruiting to career development. To us, equity of opportunity does not mean uniformity. There are many different paths to success here, and individual attention to each person’s development is a key component of our DEI efforts. We focus on the professional development and advancement of our diverse lawyers from the start of their time here. Column 2 Diverse associates are offered opportunities for professional development and leadership through programs including: Affinity Group Steering Committees Career Advisor Program New York City Bar Association’s Associate Leadership Institute Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Fellows and Pathfinders Program Charting Your Own Course career conference Ms. JD’s LaddHer Up conference Corporate Counsel Women of Color conference Component Header Text Inclusive culture Column 1 In order for people to be comfortable voicing their perspectives and true opinions, we continually foster a culture of inclusivity. Culture doesn’t just happen. We have to cultivate it, and we all have a role to play. Our approach includes a robust learning and development strategy featuring a multi-year cumulative curriculum for business services professionals and lawyers at all levels. Column 2 Our dynamic affinity groups provide networking, mentoring, career development and leadership opportunities for our diverse professionals, including: Asian/South Asian/Middle Eastern (ASAME) Black Affinity Group (BAG) DPW Parents DPWomen Hispanic/Latinx American (HLA) LGBTQ+ Component Header Text Commitment beyond the firm Column 1 We take responsibility for advocating for diversity, equity and inclusion outside of our firm. As one of the world’s preeminent law firms, we have a responsibility to lead by example in our DEI efforts. We are compelled to make bold moves that inspire others in our profession and beyond. We also partner with outside organizations to advocate for racial justice in our communities and are actively involved in the Law Firm Antiracism Alliance and the Alliance for Asian American Justice. Column 2 Our partners include: Image Section anchor DEI snapshot Left Column Cards Callout Text 34% Highlight Description U.S. lawyers who are racially/ethnically diverse and/or LGBTQ+ Callout Text 60% Highlight Description Firmwide committees that are chaired or co-chaired by a diverse partner Right Column Cards Callout Text 60% Highlight Description 2021 summer associates who are racially/ethnically diverse or LGBTQ+ Callout Text 42% Highlight Description Partners promoted over the past five years who are women, racially/ethnically diverse and/or LGBTQ+ Component Footer Text Data as of July 2021 Our DEI team Component Header Text Email our team: dei@davispolk.com Card Image Image Title Francine Rosado-Cruz Subtitle Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer Card Image Image Title Stefanie L. Williams Subtitle Senior Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Card Image Image Title Alexandra Palacios Subtitle Senior Specialist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Card Image Image Title Jennifer Broyles Subtitle Specialist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Card Image Image Title Hana T. Abreha Subtitle Assistant, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Davis Polk Footer menu EXPLORE Lawyers Capabilities Insights Experience Offices Archive CONNECT Careers Alumni LinkedIn Contact LEGAL Privacy Notice Disclaimer & Notices Cookie Policy Cookie Settings SUBSCRIBE Receive updates from Davis Polk © 2021 Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. We use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience. We won't set optional cookies unless you enable them. For more details about the cookies we use, please read our cookie policy. Accept Decline