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When It’s Safe to Speak Up

Last week, I woke up with a migraine and a heavy heart. If I’m honest, I was also angry. Very angry. In part, that’s because I saw people – especially those with privilege and platforms – suddenly speaking out in defense of...more

Potomac Law Group, PLLC

Alternatives to Federal Diversity Certifications: LGBTBE Certification

As a result of the federal government’s clear directives against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that put the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”), 8(a) Business Development Program, Woman-Owned Small Business (“WOSB”),...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Fifth Circuit rejects Nasdaq's board diversity rule approved by SEC

After various legal battles over the past four years, a recent en banc decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) approval of the Nasdaq board diversity proposal,...more

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Fifth Circuit Vacates SEC Order Approving Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules

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On December 11, 2024, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) order approving The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC’s (Nasdaq) board diversity rules, holding that the...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Strikes Down Nasdaq Board Diversity Disclosure Rules

On December 11, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals held that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) does not have the authority to approve Nasdaq’s board diversity disclosure rules. As a result, Nasdaq-listed...more

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Anticipated Changes at the EEOC Under the Incoming Trump Administration

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The second Trump administration will undoubtedly bring changes to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). However, significant changes are not likely to occur immediately given that the EEOC will have a Democratic...more

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Nasdaq Board Diversity Disclosure Rules No Longer in Effect After Overturning by Court

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On December 11, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, in a 9-8 vote, struck down The Nasdaq Stock Market's ("Nasdaq") board diversity rules, holding that the Securities and Exchange Commission (the...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules Vacated by the Fifth Circuit

On December 11, 2024, in a 9-8 decision, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled that in approving the Nasdaq Stock Market’s (Nasdaq) board diversity rules (the Rules), the Securities and Exchange...more

Perkins Coie

Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules Vacated; SEC Approval Found “Arbitrary and Capricious”

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In a 9-8 decision on December 10, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down Nasdaq’s efforts to promote diversity on public company boards. The case, Alliance for Fair Board Recruitment v. SEC, vacated...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Fifth Circuit Vacates Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules

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On December 11, the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(f) and Nasdaq Listing Rule 5606(a) (together with Nasdaq Listing Rule IM-5900-9, the Board Diversity Rules) by a 9-8 vote. In...more

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Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules Struck Down by Fifth Circuit

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In August 2021, the SEC approved new board diversity rules requiring Nasdaq-listed companies (i) to include a board diversity matrix in their proxy statement or on their website and (ii) to disclose whether they have one...more

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Fifth Circuit Nixes Nasdaq Board Diversity Rules

On December 11, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down Nasdaq’s board diversity rules, which were designed to increase representation of women and minorities on corporate boards. Since 2023, the...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

The rise of “reverse” discrimination claims

Since the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in Students for Fair Admission, we have observed an increase in “reverse” discrimination claims where members of a majority group, such as whites or males, allege discrimination...more

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Diversity Matters Newsletter Summer 2024 Edition

“Nothing worth having comes easy.” -President Theodore Roosevelt Working towards real diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace should not be easy. In fact, it should be an uncomfortable, arduous journey where...more

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What Does Pride Mean at Work Today?

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In the past few decades, great progress has been made for the LGBTQ community in many facets of life, including the workplace. However, inequities and discrimination still exist, highlighting that there is still work to be...more

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Fifth Circuit Will Reconsider Challenges to Nasdaq Board Diversity Rule

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit agreed recently to revisit a challenge to Nasdaq's board diversity rule. As we previously reported, a three-judge panel of the Fifth Circuit upheld the rule in October 2023....more

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The Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Opinion Continues To Spawn Challenges to DEI Programs

Key Points - - In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, challenges to DEI initiatives have focused on programs that facially appear to provide a zero-sum advantage based on protected...more

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The world needs different

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Becoming a truly diverse and inclusive organisation remains a top priority, as A&O adds disability and social mobility to its focus....more

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Why We Pursued Mansfield Certification

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Readers have likely heard about Diversity Lab’s “Mansfield Rule” Certification process, which aims to “boost and sustain diversity” in legal leadership. As a firm that has always sought diverse candidates for open positions...more

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Transforming Leadership with Wisdom from the LGBTQ Community: On Record PR

In this episode of On Record PR, Jennifer Simpson Carr goes on record with Dr. Joel Davis Brown, Chief Visionary Officer at Pneumos, LLC, to discuss practical strategies leaders can employ to foster an inclusive work...more

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Fifth Circuit Upholds Nasdaq’s Rules on Board Diversity

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In Alliance for Fair Board Recruitment v. SEC, a panel of three 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals judges upheld Nasdaq’s rules on board diversity. The rules require each Nasdaq-listed company to disclose information on the...more

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Brian Goodrich and Katherine Skeele Share the Strength That Came from Being Out in Their Professional Lives

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Holland & Knight's Diversity Council and LGBTQ Affinity Group were proud to celebrate Pride Month and engage in the conversation for equality and embrace our diverse community by coming together without exception and...more

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Curran Butcher Shares the Power of Being True to Yourself and Finding Community

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Holland & Knight's Diversity Council and LGBTQ Affinity Group were proud to celebrate Pride Month and engage in the conversation for equality and embrace our diverse community by coming together without exception and...more

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Out Leadership Ranks States for LGBTQ+ Equality and Inclusivity

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For the first time since Out Leadership began publishing its State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index (the Index) five years ago, the nation's overall average score on LGBTQ+ equality has dropped. The net negative rating for the...more

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Karl Lott Highlights the Beauty of Diversity and the Challenges the LGBTQ Community Faces

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Holland & Knight's Diversity Council and LGBTQ Affinity Group were proud to celebrate Pride Month and engage in the conversation for equality and embrace our diverse community by coming together without exception and...more

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