Our History
Robins Kaplan LLP has supported the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion since its founding in 1938 by two Jewish attorneys who faced exclusion from established law firms during the Great Depression. They built a firm where all attorneys were welcome and could thrive, perform meaningful work, and advance equal access to justice—commitments that remain deeply embedded in our DNA.
Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Robins Kaplan LLP
Today, we continue to lead the charge for inclusivity and belonging by integrating fairness, respect, and opportunity into our recruiting, retention, and promotion efforts. We believe that unique backgrounds and perspectives enrich our practice of law, making us a stronger, more inclusive law firm. We empower lawyers and aspiring attorneys of all identities and backgrounds to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Recruiting Exceptional Talent
Success is Sustained by Cultivating Exceptional Talent.
Robins Kaplan LLP is committed to the recruitment of candidates from all backgrounds to advance our culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that the unique experiences of our people bring necessary and varied perspectives that enrich our practice of law and help us to best serve our clients.
Robins Kaplan strives to recruit exceptional talent from a diverse applicant pool and does so with an open application process and interviewing through law schools across the country, a federal judicial clerkship program, and participating in career fairs, hosted by a variety of law student associations.
Learn about our Summer Associate Program here
Learn about our Federal Judicial Clerk Program here
Empowering Lawyers at Every Level
At Robins Kaplan, we are committed to ensuring fairness, respect, and professional opportunity for everyone. These values are integral to all of our recruiting, retention, and promotion efforts. We believe that the varied backgrounds of our people bring necessary perspectives that enrich our practice of law. To foster personal and professional growth, we have implemented numerous initiatives to develop, advance, and empower lawyers and aspiring attorneys from all backgrounds.
Training and Educational Opportunities
Robins Kaplan provides education and comprehensive training to firm members in order to foster skill development and an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Training is provided on topics such as authentic leadership, business development, and unconscious bias. We also celebrate and promote awareness and understanding of various federally-recognized heritage months and days that reflect the varied backgrounds, cultures, and identities of our firm members and the communities where we live and work.
The firm provides a number of platforms for members of its affinity resource groups to share individual experiences, enhance professional development, and build community.
Strategic Partnerships and Sponsorships
Robins Kaplan encourages and sponsors attorneys’ participation in national and local organizations and affinity bar groups. Through the Robins Kaplan Private Foundation, we sponsor numerous nonprofit organizations and programs committed to advancing equity and inclusion each year.
