Our History
At Robins Kaplan LLP, diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to who we are. Since our founding in 1938 by two young Jewish attorneys who faced exclusion from established law firms during the Great Depression, we have championed fairness and access. They built a firm where underrepresented attorneys could thrive, perform meaningful work, and ensure justice for all—a commitment that remains deeply embedded in our DNA.
Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Robins Kaplan LLP
Today, we continue to lead the charge for diversity by integrating fairness, respect, and opportunity into every aspect of our recruiting, retention, and promotion efforts. We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our practice of law, making us not only a more inclusive law firm but also a stronger one. Through strategic initiatives, we empower lawyers and aspiring attorneys from all backgrounds to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Recruiting
Success is Sustained by Cultivating Diverse Talent.
Robins Kaplan LLP is committed to the recruitment of diverse candidates. We believe that the diverse background of our people brings necessary and varied perspectives that enrich our practice of law.
Robins Kaplan participates in the following diversity clerkship programs and job fairs:
- Lavender Law Career Fair
- 1L LCLD Scholars Program
- Twin Cities Diversity in Practice 1L Summer Rotation Clerkship Program
Learn about our Summer Associate Program here
Empowering Lawyers at Every Level
At Robins Kaplan, we are committed to advancing diversity by ensuring that fairness, respect and professional opportunity for everyone are integral to all of our recruiting, retention and promotion efforts. We believe that the diverse background of our people brings necessary and varied perspectives that enrich our practice of law. Those perspectives make us both a diverse law firm and a smart one. To foster personal and professional growth, we have implemented numerous initiatives to develop, advance, and empower lawyers and aspiring lawyers from all backgrounds.
Training and Educational Opportunities
Robins Kaplan provides education and comprehensive training to firm members in order to foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment. We celebrate and honor the following:
- Black History Month
- Women’s History Month
- Pride Month
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Disability Justice seminars
- And More
Additionally, the firm’s annual Attorneys of Color Conference provides a platform for attorneys to discuss common concerns, share individual experiences, and enhance professional development. Other key topics of trainings include women’s leadership, diversity awareness, and unconscious bias.
Strategic Partnerships and Sponsorships
Robins Kaplan encourages and sponsors attorneys’ participation in national and local diversity-focused organizations and affinity bar groups. Through the Robins Kaplan Private Foundation, we sponsor numerous nonprofit organizations and programs committed to diversity and inclusion each year.
