Attorneys of Color

Lawyer brings experience as a Cuban immigrant to work with Hispanic community

Jany Martínez-Ward is co-owner of the Ward Law Group with her husband, Gregory Ward. The firm, which has more than 200 employees and offices in Miami; Orlando, Florida; and New York City, primarily represents Hispanic victims of car accidents and other serious personal injury cases.

May 13, 2026 11:02 AM CDT

Black female associate files discrimination complaint against McDermott over alleged promotion snub

A Black female associate at McDermott Will & Schulte has accused the law firm of discrimination after allegedly being repeatedly passed over for promotion to partner.

Apr 23, 2026 9:53 AM CDT

Companies pause DEI objectives when hiring lawyers

U.S. companies are backing down from demanding that law firms that they work with meet certain objectives, acquiescing to objections mandated by President Donald Trump regarding diversity, equity and inclusion in the legal profession.

Apr 22, 2026 1:38 PM CDT

This lawyer can fight for you in court or the cage

It’s not that personal injury lawyer Victor Demesmin Jr. was looking for a fight, exactly. But he was certainly looking for a challenge. That’s just the kind of guy he is—so throwing himself into the ring as a bare-knuckle fighter is on brand for the South Florida father of three. “The idea of going into a ring, bare-knuckled, it was the scariest thought for me,” says Demesmin, 37. “And because it was so scary for me, I decided I would have to do it.”

Apr 9, 2026 10:37 AM CDT

Firms hire fewer Black law interns because of conservative pressure

The number of Black summer associates at U.S. law firms has decreased to its lowest level in more than a decade amid a conservative push to end race- and gender-based preferences in school admissions and hiring, including a specific effort against legal internships, according to a story by Bloomberg Law.

Mar 25, 2026 9:24 AM CDT

On a Mission: Dominique Dove calls on difficult past to support female soldiers and veterans

In addition to pushing for equity in the U.S. Army, ABA member Dominique Dove volunteers with organizations that support female veterans. She also raises awareness of issues facing female veterans, including homelessness and sexual trauma, through her participation in pageants. She is reigning Dr. World 2026, which celebrates women with doctoral degrees.

Mar 3, 2026 8:11 AM CST

Civil rights lawyer Ben Crump pens legal thriller whose main character may seem familiar

Famed civil rights attorney Ben Crump has released his first novel, a legal thriller whose main character parallels his own as a relentless crusader for justice.

Mar 2, 2026 11:22 AM CST

Decision to remove Black judge reversed by state supreme court, cites racism could have been involved

The Washington Supreme Court overturned a recommendation to censure and remove a municipal court judge last month, saying the disciplinary action was inappropriate for the accusations that she was "rude, condescending or harsh toward staff and litigants,” and racism in the justice system could have been at play.

Jan 7, 2026 3:02 PM CST

Where are they now? Legal Opportunity Scholarship recipients share impact on their careers

It’s been more than 25 years since past ABA President William “Bill” Paul created the Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund, which has provided $15,000 scholarships to more than 400 diverse law students from around the country.

Jan 6, 2026 11:17 AM CST

Number of US lawyers increases for first time since 2020, is up 5.6% over 10-year period, ABA report says

The number of active lawyers in the United States has hit a 10-year high and has increased this year for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dec 9, 2025 10:11 AM CST

Racial gaps in hiring new lawyers persists despite strong market, study shows

The class of 2024 was the last that graduated before the Jan. 20 executive order signed by President Donald Trump that ended diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the government, making the survey “a critical benchmark,” Nikia Gray, NALP’s executive director, said in a release.

Oct 23, 2025 2:44 PM CDT

Lawyer brings experience as a Cuban immigrant to work with Hispanic community

Black female associate files discrimination complaint against McDermott over alleged promotion snub

Companies pause DEI objectives when hiring lawyers

This lawyer can fight for you in court or the cage

Firms hire fewer Black law interns because of conservative pressure

On a Mission: Dominique Dove calls on difficult past to support female soldiers and veterans

Civil rights lawyer Ben Crump pens legal thriller whose main character may seem familiar

Decision to remove Black judge reversed by state supreme court, cites racism could have been involved

Where are they now? Legal Opportunity Scholarship recipients share impact on their careers

Number of US lawyers increases for first time since 2020, is up 5.6% over 10-year period, ABA report says

Racial gaps in hiring new lawyers persists despite strong market, study shows

ABA project is supporting Afghan legal professionals 4 years after fall of Kabul

Nonequity partner’s unjust enrichment suit against Duane Morris remains largely intact after judge’s ruling

Suit by fired BigLaw associate alleges ‘egregious and open racism’ that included ‘white power’ comment

Lawyer who sued Major Lindsey for allegedly shunning her was ‘able to resolve the matter’

Topics: Career & Practice

Play-Based Learning: Can simulation games help lawyers learn management and business development skills?

Your Voice

The loneliness of judging

Podcasts

How AI has supercharged dispute resolution and arbitration