Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis Ltd. | A Chicago Civil Litigation Law Firm | Diversity
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Diversity

At Lipe Lyons, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion by actively recruiting, hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting lawyers and support staff from various backgrounds, all of whom share diverse experiences. Lipe Lyons believes its commitment to diversity and inclusion enriches the quality of our service and serves to achieve the firm’s overall goal of achieving first-class results for our clients. Lipe Lyons believes diversity comes in all forms, ranging from race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, education, socioeconomic status, and veteran status.
 
The firm’s dynamic environment encourages innovative thinking and creative problem-solving. Through fair and transparent policies, practices, and opportunities, Lipe Lyons strives to eliminate workplace disparities and ensure that all our team members have equal access to professional growth and meaningful work assignments. We actively foster an inclusive workplace where all team members feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives without fear of bias or discrimination.
 
The firm’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is echoed by the work of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) Committee. The DEI Committee regularly assesses and measures the firm’s progress toward diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. The DEI Committee openly communicates its achievements, challenges, and plans for improvement to the firm.
 
On an external level, the DEI Committee works to extend this commitment to diversity and equity beyond the firm’s walls by engaging with community organizations and initiatives that promote inclusion. By actively participating in outreach efforts, the DEI Committee aims to make a positive impact on the legal profession and society as a whole.
 
Through the unwavering efforts of the DEI Committee and the firm as a whole, we will continue to shape a legal landscape that underscores respect and empowerment for all.

The DEI Committee Board Members

The firm’s DEI Committee is comprised of the following board members: Shareholder James Whalen, Partner Alejandra Barcenas, Senior Associate Alexzandria N. Rice, and Associates Shivani Bahl, Natiera Robinson, Kathryn Brooks, and Dorian Meighan, and Paralegal Benjamin Coleman. Each member plays a pivotal role in ensuring the Committee works to extend diversity and equity within the firm and beyond.