The Present and Future of DEI

A Law Student and New Lawyer Perspective

May 20, 2024

Remote via Zoom

Brandon E. Vaughn

Partner

Chair, Black Firm Member Resource Group

Navin Ramalingam

Associate

Pronouns: he/him

On Monday, May 20, Brandon Vaughn and Navin Ramalingam spoke on a panel titled, “The Present and Future of DEI - A Law Student and New Lawyer Perspective” as part of the 2024 Race & Equity Series presented by the Hennepin County Bar Association and the Ramsey County Bar Association. Brandon provided a leadership perspective on what legal organizations should be preparing for and doing to support the changing landscape of lawyer demographics, and Navin shared his experiences and perspectives on the challenges and needs of diverse attorneys, and what they expect from supervisors, employers, and the overall culture of law around DEI.