 Search Weil Diversity, Equity & Inclusion One of the qualities separating Weil from our peers is our culture. Diversity, equity and inclusion have been core values since our founding. For decades, Weil has been an outspoken leader in empowering and engendering an inclusive culture. As we forge ahead, Weil remains committed to being a market leader in attracting and promoting diverse talent at all levels as a moral, business, and talent imperative for all Weil attorneys and staff. AsianAttorneys@Weil The Black Attorney Affinity Group Diversity Education and Training Disability Inclusion & Awareness Intersectionality Racial Justice Upstander@Weil WeilLatinx WeilPride (LGBTQ+ Association of Weil) Women@Weil Weil's Commitment to Diversity Diversity and Inclusion are essential to who we are as a firm. Read more about Diversity & Inclusion ◅ ▻ Since 2015, partners of color have increased from 9% to 16% and women partners from 21% to 29% in the U.S. 67% of staff leadership are LGBTQ+, people of color and/or women 100+ Upstander@Weil Award recipients Affinity Groups Weil was among the first law firms to establish Affinity groups dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent. AsianAttorneys@Weil The Black Attorney Affinity Group WeilLatinx WeilPride (LGBTQ+ Association of Weil) Women@Weil Signature Initiatives Racial Justice Weil launched the Racial Justice Program Series in June 2020 to foster dialogue about racial inequity in the United States. TOWER (Taskforce on Women’s Engagement) Weil established TOWER in 2015 to develop and advance women attorneys globally. More about Women@Weil Upstander@Weil The Firm launched this innovative allyship initiative in 2015 to inspire all attorneys and staff to stand up for inclusion in the workplace, community and at home. Virtual Connections Since the spring of 2020, the Firm has made a concerted effort to ensure attorneys and staff remain connected and supported. Diversity Education and Training Weil has consistently been at the forefront of law firm diversity training programs for over two decades. Annual Diversity Education Requirement Biennial Global Diversity Month European Inclusion Education Efforts Read more about our programs Broaden and Deepen Inclusion Efforts Weil strives to create an environment where diverse abilities and backgrounds are appreciated and respected. Read more about our efforts in the following areas: Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Intersectionality Veterans Community Engagement & Talent Pipeline Weil’s multifaceted diversity pipeline efforts increase access to opportunities from elementary school to law school and beyond. Diversity Fellowship Program Mentoring Internships Charitable Giving Weil Legal Innovators Key Contacts Adé Heyliger Partner and Diversity Committee Co-Chair Washington, D.C. +1 202 682 7095 ade.heyliger@weil.com Christopher L. Garcia Partner and Diversity Committee Co-Chair New York +1 212 310 8896 christopher.garcia@weil.com Meredith Moore Director, Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion New York +1 (212) 310-6769 meredith.moore@weil.com Firm News and Announcements Weil Elects 26 New Partners and Announces New Counsel Class Firm Announcement — November 23, 2021 Weil Announces Winners of Second Year Law Student Diversity Fellowships Firm Announcement — November 17, 2021 Vynessa Nemunaitis Named 2021 Texas Legal Excellence Award Winner by Texas Lawyer Magazine Firm Announcement — November 16, 2021 Christopher Garcia Named Notable Hispanic Leader by Crain’s in 2021 Firm Announcement — October 11, 2021 Sarah Coyne and Randi Singer Named Lawyers of the Year at 2021 Euromoney Women in Business Law Awards Firm Announcement — September 30, 2021 Courtney Marcus Named One of Texas Diversity Council’s 2021 Top Women Lawyers Firm Announcement — September 28, 2021 Connect with Us Firm News and Announcements Latest Thinking Speaking Engagements Green Policy Sitemap Contact Weil Copyright © 2021 Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, All Rights Reserved. The contents of this website may contain attorney advertising under the laws of various states. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is headquartered in New York and has office locations in Beijing, Boston, Dallas, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Miami, Munich, New York, Paris, Princeton, Shanghai, Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C. Privacy Policy Regulatory Information Disclaimer Manage Cookies By clicking “Accept All Cookies,” you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies