Diversity

Geri Haight

Member / Chair, Women's Initiative Steering Committe

“It’s significant that 82% of the firm’s recent summer associates and seven of its nine newest Members are women. As Chair of the Mintz Women’s Initiative, I look forward to working with our team to develop innovative opportunities to promote the professional growth, retention, and advancement of women attorneys at Mintz and in our profession.”

Brent Henry

Member

“Mintz was founded on the concept of diversity as a business imperative for lawyers who couldn’t find a home in more traditional law firms in Boston. That kind of heritage really does propel a place like Mintz to the forefront of continuing to lead in the diversity space.”

Narges M. Kakalia

Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, New York

When selecting a firm during law school, Mintz stood out from the rest because it has a culture that embraces the uniqueness of everyone that is part of the firm. It was different from what I’d grown to expect from Big Law. At Mintz I’ve always felt I can be my true, authentic self. As an immigrant woman of color, I’ve been able to take advantage of great career enhancing opportunities over the last 18 years — building a successful litigation practice in a congenial, fun environment.

Joshua Briones

Member / Managing Member, Los Angeles

I chose to work at Mintz because I saw diversity everywhere in power at Mintz; as office managers, division heads, on Policy and Compensation Committees. Diversity in management of the firm is critical for success in the 21st Century. Diversity of talent, by definition, provides more ideas and perspectives into driving the best solutions for our clients.

Melissa J. Brayman, PhD

Special Counsel, San Diego 

Mintz’s emphasis on collaboration and inclusion was very appealing to me when selecting a firm to continue my career. Members and associates throughout the firm, from a range of backgrounds and lifestyles, are encouraged to work together to provide the best possible representation for our clients. 

Fred C. Hernandez

Member / Chair, Intellectual Property Prosecution and Counseling Practice, San Diego

I chose Mintz because I wanted to work at a firm that provides and encourages top-notch legal work and that also fosters a respectful and collaborative culture. The firm provides full support and funding of its affinity groups, including hosting an annual retreat for attorneys of color and allowing creditable hours toward diversity-related activities.

She’s The Boss

On International Women’s Day, Mintz hosted its annual She’s The Boss event, this year at The Quay in Toronto. Moderated by Toronto-based Partner Alex North, the panel consisted of women at the pinnacle of their careers.

MIATTY

Every year, our Minority Attorneys and Patent Agents (MIATTY) group gather to unite and support one another through networking, sharing, and learning. The annual event brings together attorneys and senior professionals of color.

Other events

In 2024, Mintz hosted a diverse program of events for our clients and our people aimed at career progression, developing awareness, and continuing the conversation.

See all of our events here.