Diversity is one of Stoel Rives' values and a key element of our firm's strategic vision. In today's increasingly mobile, multicultural world, many of our clients recognize that diversity and inclusion are not only beneficial social values, but also vital ingredients in business innovation and success.

Diverse viewpoints and creative thinking are essential in developing innovative, workable solutions in every walk of life. For a multifaceted law firm such as Stoel Rives, diversity within our firm is critical to the quality of our legal work, our client service, and the professional development of our attorneys and staff.

Our diversity goals are

• To foster an inclusive professional environment that respects and values differences among our attorneys and staff and supports professional development and advancement for all.
• To successfully recruit, develop, and retain attorneys and staff of diverse backgrounds and characteristics.

Our firm's commitment to diversity goes beyond our longstanding nondiscrimination policy. Stoel Rives as a whole is committed to and involved in promoting diversity in our firm and our communities. In addition to our Diversity Committee, the Stoel Rives Executive Committee, Managing Partner, Director of Lawyer Recruiting and Diversity, and leaders of our practice groups have primary leadership roles in our diversity initiatives.

Through support groups, mentoring, educational programs, sponsorships, outreach efforts, and community service, Stoel Rives strives to create opportunities for each unique voice in our culture to be heard.