Gender equality and diversity in the legal profession have long been subjects of concern. Despite concerted efforts, women and attorneys of color face ongoing disparities in areas such as compensation, partnership promotions, and leadership roles. The 2024 rankings from Yale Law Women+ aim to identify the law firms making significant strides in these areas. Full 2024 Top Firms Report here (PDF).
Firms were evaluated in five distinct categories. Here’s a summary of the top honorees:
- Advancement: Jenner & Block
- Honorable Mentions: Pillsbury; K&L Gates
- Agency & Flexibility: Sheppard Mullin
- Honorable Mention: Orrick
- Compensation: Ropes & Gray
- Honorable Mentions: Kramer Levin; Orrick
- Culture: Kramer Levin
- Honorable Mentions: Holland & Knight; K&L Gates
- Diversity: Orrick
- Honorable Mentions: Latham; Ropes & Gray
This annual report by Yale Law Women+ has been tracking progress for 19 consecutive years, spotlighting both the achievements and areas needing improvement. For more information on the rankings, read the full article on Above the Law.