Although a company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program may be known by a different name, employers of all types are navigating DEI policies and programs in a constantly evolving environment.
Members of our DEI Team help our clients navigate this uncertainty. We counsel public and private companies, government contractors, and other federal award recipients regarding existing and contemplated DEI policies and programs, and guide clients through the decision-making process concerning whether to develop, continue, or revise DEI policies and programs based on their unique needs. Our representation includes internal and government investigations, enforcement actions, and litigation.
Whether or not to create, maintain, or make changes to a DEI policy or program is ultimately a decision each employer should make after conducting a full assessment of the risks and benefits, in the context of the employer’s organizational mission and its legal and contractual obligations. Our team actively tracks state and federal statutes and regulations, pending and threatened litigation or claims, as well as Executive Orders, government agency memoranda, and other enforcement guidance that could affect DEI policies and programs. We stand ready to assist clients in evaluating their current and future efforts.
