Jackson Kelly PLLC is pleased to announce that the Leadership Counsel on Legal Diversity (LCLD) has recognized us with its 2022 Compass Award.
This designation represents our involvement in LCLD’s programs and the promotion of LCLD’s mission. The Compass Award recognizes Members who submit a Leader's Pledge and/or personally attended the organization’s Annual Meeting or a Leadership Summit, participate in the Fellows and Pathfinder programs, and participate in at least one pipeline program (Mentoring or 1L Scholars). Earning this designation signals Jackson Kelly’s commitment to building a more diverse organization and a more inclusive legal profession.
Jackson Kelly’s Managing Member, Ellen Cappellanti, submitted a Firm and leadership pledge and explains, “We are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment within and to spread that to our profession throughout. We want this to be as much a part of our reputation and legacy as are our quality legal services.”
Jackson Kelly Associate Trinity Gray is part of the LCLD 2022 Pathfinder Program while Firm Member Alaina Crislip is part of the LCLD 2022 Fellowship Program. Several of the firm’s lawyers serve as mentors to diverse law students.
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