Date: May 6th
Time: noon CT
Sponsored by: LMA DEI SIG
Domain: Marketing Management and Leadership, Communications
BoK Competency: Firm Organizational Structure and Dynamics, Written and Oral Communication Skills
Ageism shows up in subtle and not-so-subtle ways in the
legal industry—from assumptions about tech fluency, to limiting career
mobility, to undervaluing the contributions of both early-career and seasoned
professionals. This interactive roundtable will explore the weight placed on each generation in
our teams and firms so that we can overcome bias and recognize unique talents across the full age spectrum.
Age-based bias, whether subtle or overt, continues to shape
experiences in the legal industry by influencing perceptions of tech skills,
career progression, and professional value at every stage. In this interactive
roundtable, we’ll explore how generational assumptions affect our teams and
firms, and discuss actionable ways to challenge bias, foster inclusion, and
recognize the unique strengths that professionals of all ages bring to their
work.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify subtle and overt forms of age bias
- Discover how expectations, assumptions, and pressures differ across the age spectrum
- Discuss ways to redefine ageism within the legal industry and law firm environment
Presenters:
Emily Berttucci, Chief Recruiting Officer, Thompson Coburn
Iris Jones, Chief Marketing & Client Development Officer, Akerman
Trish Lilley, Chief Marketing Officer, Barnes & Thornburg
John Witts, Director of Business Intelligence & Innovation, Barnes & Thornburg
Price:
Members: Complimentary
Prospective Members: $79