K&L Gates recently updated its website, eliminating numerous references to diversity and its Mansfield pledge amidst growing scrutiny over corporate diversity efforts. This change aligns with the DOJ's announced plans to prosecute firms violating ambiguous 'anti-DEI' principles. Following the update, the firm's Diversity and Inclusion committee underwent rebranding as the Opportunity and Inclusion committee. Leadership admitted the changes weren’t communicated effectively, which has caused internal concerns. The firm plans to hold a videoconference to address these changes and clarify its ongoing commitment to diversity issues despite website alterations.
The recent changes at K&L Gates regarding diversity policies reflect external pressures to align with the Department of Justice's initiatives on anti-DEI principles.
The firm’s leadership acknowledges the rollout of diversity language changes on the website was mishandled, indicating a lack of communication with staff.
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