July 18, 2017 (CHICAGO) – Proskauer is proud to be identified as a top law firm for LGBTQ diversity and inclusive practices. Equality Illinois, a social justice organization, recognized the Firm for “raising the bar” in providing a welcoming and fair work environment for LGBTQ employees and engaging with the LGBTQ community. This honor is based on responses gathered from the 2017 Equality Illinois Raising the Bar survey.
The mission of Equality Illinois is to build a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and social justice through education, advocacy and protection of the rights of the LGBTQ community.
Peter Wilson, Jr., Diversity and Inclusion Officer, said, “We are honored to be recognized by Equality Illinois. Proskauer has had a commitment to diversity throughout its existence and we believe in fostering a work environment and culture that embraces our core values of teamwork, respect, professional integrity and inclusion.”