Teague Campbell strives to create an equitable, inclusive and diverse environment within the firm and in the community.
Along with the firm’s Management Committees, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is dedicated to seeking and retaining the best legal talent available who share in our commitment to diversity by fostering awareness, understanding and appreciation of people from all backgrounds. Our commitment to promoting an enriching and supportive environment allows Teague Campbell and its clients to thrive and succeed.
The committee defines diversity as a broad spectrum of characteristics including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, culture, language, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, socioeconomic status, family structures, geographic differences, diversity of thought, talent, perspectives, and experience.
OUR INITIATIVES
Firmwide Diversity Discussions
We are proud that 100% of our firm members have participated in a series of virtual discussions and activities to facilitate conversation and further our diversity and inclusion goals. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee promotes open and transparent dialogue amongst firm members and these discussions are an important part of that culture.
Recruitment Efforts
The firm has concentrated its recruitment efforts through on-campus interviews at North Carolina Central University School of Law, Wake Forest University School of Law, Campbell Law School, Duke Law School and UNC School of Law. The firm’s Hiring Committee and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee also attended the Southeastern Minority Job Fair in Atlanta in order to increase diverse candidate pool which put Teague Campbell in a competitive position to attract and retain diverse talent.
Scholarship
Teague Campbell has created a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Scholarship for outstanding diverse students who meet eligibility requirements. Nominations for the 2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship are now open through December 8, 2023. Details about the scholarship can be found here, including deadlines and the application process.
Black History Month Book Drive
In celebration of Black History Month, Teague Campbell hosted a book drive to promote literacy within the minority populations of Wake County. The goal is to disseminate books featuring black and/or minority characters in the hopes that intentional exposure will spark an increased interest in reading.
Firm Book Club
Attorneys and staff at Teague Campbell meet once every quarter to deepen their knowledge and discuss and explore issues related to diversity, inclusion, equity and justice through books selected by the firm’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.
HOW DO WE COMPARE?
We surpass the national averages for US law firms and continue to strive to raise the bar.
| Teague Campbell | 2021 NALP Survey | |
|---|---|---|
| Female Associates | 60% | 48.21% |
| Female Partners | 48% |
25.92% |
| Minority Associates | 10% | 27.6% |
| Minority Partners | 5% | 10.75% |