DEI at a Crossroads: Legal Constraints and Lawful Paths Forward

Epstein Becker Green hosted a comprehensive analysis of the evolving rules and regulations shaping Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today's legal landscape.

This webinar examined the impact of recent legal developments and provided actionable strategies to help organizations navigate these complex challenges.

Key Takeaways

• A clear understanding of the current legal landscape impacting DEI initiatives: Attendees left with an updated, plain-English understanding of recent legal developments and enforcement trends shaping how employers can design and implement DEI programs.
• Practical guidance on how to structure DEI initiatives lawfully: The session provided concrete, employer-tested approaches to designing programs, policies, and practices that advance inclusion while remaining compliant with federal, state, and local law.
• Strategies to reduce legal risk without abandoning DEI efforts: Participants learned how to recalibrate existing initiatives to mitigate exposure — particularly around issues like eligibility criteria, programming, and communications — while preserving business and cultural goals.
• Actionable next steps for in-house counsel advising business leaders: Attendees walked away with practical tools and frameworks they could immediately use to advise stakeholders, audit current programs, and confidently move DEI efforts forward in a compliant manner.

Registration

Unfortunately, the presentation is not available on demand. However, if you have any questions about DEI compliance in your organization, we welcome you to contact our presenters to learn more:

• Lauri F. Rasnick
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• Peter (Pete) A. Steinmeyer
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• Leah Brownlee Taylor
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Contacts

If you have any questions, please reach out to Uche Orakwue.

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