The Anti-Discrimination and DEI Advisory Practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel and strategic guidance on matters relating to anti-discrimination laws and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Areas of Focus
Workplace Investigations
In cases of alleged discrimination or harassment, our team conducts thorough and impartial investigations to assess the validity of claims and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
Litigation
We offer skilled representation in discrimination-related litigation, including defending clients against claims of Title VII violations, wrongful termination, hostile work environment, retaliation, and other violations of anti-discrimination laws.
Legal Compliance
We assist clients in navigating complex anti-discrimination laws at the federal, state, and local levels, ensuring they remain compliant with applicable regulations.
Culture and Equity Reviews
Whether conducted proactively or prompted by shareholder proposals or workplace incidents, we conduct independent, objective, and rigorous reviews and analyses of our client’s policies, practices, services and products to mitigate legal, reputational, and business risks associated with DEI issues.
Strategic Consulting
We partner with clients to develop long-term, robust anti-discrimination and DEI strategies tailored to their specific business objectives and corporate values, while remaining compliant with complex, evolving legal requirements.
Training and Education
We provide customized training programs and workshops to educate employees, management teams, and stakeholders on topics such as unconscious bias, harassment prevention, and inclusive leadership empowering clients to create more equitable and inclusive environments.
Team
Simpson Thacher offers a multidisciplinary team that includes civil litigators, former federal prosecutors, leaders of the Firm’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Practice, employment lawyers, and public company advisors.