Patterson Attorneys of Color
Patterson Belknap is committed to employing a diverse workforce of attorneys and staff. We consider a diverse workforce to include people of all social, racial, economic and cultural backgrounds. The firm also believes that a diverse group of legal talent provides the most substantial, thorough and comprehensive representation for any client.
PAC is one of the firm's resources for cultivating an environment that enables attorneys of color to develop skills and grow as lawyers. PAC was formed in 2001 in part to help enhance the sense of community among attorneys of color, and provide an important way for them to connect with each other and the world outside the firm.
PAC attorneys meet formally once a month to discuss issues of common interest, to foster a sense of community and to socialize as colleagues. In addition, PAC assists the firm with the recruitment, retention and promotion of attorneys of color to enhance workplace diversity. Its members sit on both the hiring and diversity committees.
Our Community
"What makes Patterson an especially pleasant environment to work at is the Firm's recognition that our different backgrounds allow us to make unique contributions to the practice of law and add to the character of the firm."
“Patterson stands out for its genuine commitment to fostering a diversity of perspectives. Attorneys at all levels and of all backgrounds are encouraged to be active, visible members of the Firm and to contribute—not only to the Firm’s work—but to its character as well.“